Mercedes-Benz 2008 GL 550 manual

S ommer C orporate M e di a AG Operator’s Manual GL-Class Order No. 6515 4276 13 Part No. 164 584 74 81 Edition A 2008 GL-Class 1645847481[...]

GL 320 CDI GL 450 GL 550 164.boo Seite 1 Freitag, 3 0. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- sire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts o[...]

Contents Introduction .......... ........ ......... .......... ..... 9 Product inform ation ......... ........... .......... .. 9 Operator’s Manual ............. ............. ..... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11 Maintenance ...........[...]

Contents Safety and Security ..... ........... ........ ... 73 Occupant safety.................. ......... ........ 74 Air bags . ........... ........ ........... ........ ... 76 Occupant Classification System ..... 81 Seat belts ......... ........ ........... .......... . 86 Active head restraint ................. ..... 90 Rear head restraints ...[...]

Contents Control system ............ ............. ......... 155 Multifunction disp lay ......... .......... . 155 Multifunction steerin g wheel ........ 156 Menus ... ........... .......... ......... ......... 158 Standard display menu ......... ....... 162 AUDIO menu ................ ........... ..... 16 4 NAV* menu ...... .......... ........... [...]

Contents Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ..... ........... 251 Opening and closing .............. ....... 251 Synchronizing .......... ......... ............ 253 Driving systems ............. ............. ....... 255 Cruise control . .......... ........... ......... 255 Distronic* (Canad a only) ......... ..... 260 Distance warning function* (Canada o[...]

Contents Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) .... ............. .......... ... 371 Emission control ............. .......... ... 372 Coolant temperature ............... ..... 372 At the gas station .. ............... ............ . 374 Refueling ......... .......... ........... ........ 374 Check regularly and before a long trip.... ........... ....[...]

Contents Replacing wiper blad es ...... ........... ..... 516 Front wiper blades ... ............... ..... 516 Rear wiper blade ..... ......... .......... .. 517 Flat tire ....... ......... .......... ......... .......... . 519 Preparing th e vehicle ........... ......... 51 9 Mounting the spare wheel ............ 520 Bleeding the fuel system (dies[...]

9 Product information 왔 Introduction Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for [...]

10 Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service l ife of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the in- structions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring the[...]

11 Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Merc edes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more s[...]

12 Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular interv als. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes -Benz Light Truck Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in t[...]

13 Introduction Operator’s Manual Change of ad dress or ownershi p If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warr anty Informa- tion Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-[...]

14 Introduction Operator’s Manual Wa r n i n g ! G This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for bo th on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform ta sks for which conventi onal 2-wheel drive passenger cars are not intended. This vehi cle will handle and maneuver differently from conventional passen ger cars in driving conditions which ma[...]

15 Introduction Where to find it 왔 Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color. At a glance Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. Getting started Here you will[...]

16 Introduction Symbols Trademarks: 앫 ESP ® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. 앫 HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Compan y. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: * Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descripti[...]

17 Introduction Operating safety 왔 Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehi cle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: 앫 the safety precautions in this manual 앫 the “Technical data” section in this manual 앫 traffic rules and regulations 앫 motor vehicle laws and safety stan- da[...]

18 Introduction Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, parti cular ly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-B enz Light Truck Center to have the proble m diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfac[...]

19 Introduction Reporting safety defects 왔 Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant t o the “National Traffic and Motor Ve hicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting safety defects If you believe that y our vehicle has [...]

20 Introduction Vehicle data reco rding Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, [...]

21 At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel Storage compartments 164.boo Seite 21 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

22 At a glance Exterior view 164.boo Seite 22 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

23 At a glance Exterior view Item Page 1 Tailgate 122 Power tailgate* 123 Cargo compartment 앫 Loading instructions 301 앫 Cargo tie-down rings 302 앫 Hooks 304 앫 Expanding 304 앫 Cover blind 310 앫 Cargo net* 312 Vehicle tool kit 490 Spare wheel 494 2 Rear window defroster 212 3 Rear lamps 505 4 Fuel filler flap 374 Refueling 374 Fuel 375, [...]

24 At a glance Cockpit 164.boo Seite 24 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

25 At a glance Cockpit Item Page 1 Cruise control lever 256 2 Instrument cluster 26 3 Multifunction steering wheel 30 4 Horn 5 Steering wheel gearshift buttons 198 6 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 56 7 Front Parktronic* warning indicators 290 8 Overhead control panel 34 9 Glove box release Glove box lock 315 316 Item Page a Glove bo[...]

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27 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 2 To dim instrument cluster illumination 153 3 Reset button for: 앫 Resetting trip odometer 앫 Resetting all settings 153 169 4 To brighten instrument cluster illumina tion 153 5 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 6 Clock 174 Item Page 7 Speedometer with: - Antilock B[...]

28 At a glance Instrument cluster 164.boo Seite 28 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

29 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page 8 Multifunctio n display with: 앫 Trip odometer 153 앫 Main odometer 155 9 Tachometer with: < Seat belt tellta le 89, 442 q Preglow indicator lamp 1 1 Vehicles with Diesel engine only. 57 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp 74, 446 ? Engine malfunction indicator lamp, USA only 439 ±[...]

30 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display 155 Operating the control system 156 2 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call 3 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease Item Page 4 ! Voice Control Syst[...]

31 At a glance Center console 왔 Center console Upper part (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) Item Page 1 COMAND system, see sepa- rate operating instructions 2 Climate control 214 3-zone automatic climate control* 228 Rear window defroster 212 3 Seat heating*, front passenger side 138 4 Seat ventilation*, front passenger side 140 5 Par[...]

32 At a glance Center console Upper part (Vehicles with enhanced off-road pack age*) Item Page 1 COMAND system, see sepa- rate operating instructions 2 Climate control 214 3-zone automatic climate control* 228 Rear window defroster 212 3 Seat he ating*, front passenger side 138 4 Seat ventilation*, front passenger side 140 5 Rotary switch for diffe[...]

33 At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Storage compartment with 317 앫 Power outlet 1 or 앫 Ashtray with cigarette lighter 1 1 Depending on vehicl e configuration. 324 321 2 Cup holder 320 3 Armrest storage/tele- phone* compartment release 317 4 Card, ticket holder (removable) 320 164.boo Seite 33 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

34 At a glance Overhead control panel Item Page 1 Left reading lamp switch 149 2 Rear interior lighting switch 149 3 Automatic interior lighting switch 149 4 Front interior lighting switch 149 5 Right reading lamp switch 149 6 Front right interior lamp 149 7 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* switch 251 8 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 334 9 Inte[...]

35 At a glance Door control panel 왔 Door control panel Item Page 1 Inside door handle 120 2 Central unlocking switch Centra l lockin g switch 129 129 3 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 51 4 Selection buttons for exteri- or rear view mirror adjust- ment Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors* 51 209 5 Switches for opening/clos- ing front and[...]

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37 At a glance Storage compartments Item Page 1 Parcel net in front passen- ger footwell 319 2 Glove box/CD changer 315 3 Door pocket 4 Parcel net on front passen- ger seat backrest 319 5 Door pocket 6 Cup holder 321 7 Vehicle tool kit, spare wheel 490 8 First aid kit 490 9 Cup holder 321 a Door pocket b Parcel net on driver’s seat backrest 319 I[...]

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39 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking 164.boo Seite 39 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

40 Getting started The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the i nfor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section will provide you with further in[...]

41 Getting started Unlocking Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock or unlock the vehicle without using the remote control buttons on the SmartKey and start th e engine without in- serting the SmartKey into the starter switch. 왘 Grasp an outside door handle. All turn signal lamps flash once. The ve- hicle unlocks. T[...]

42 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position All lamps (except high bea m headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instru- ment cl[...]

43 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KE YLESS-GO st art/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted and the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO present in the vehicle, press- ing the KEYLESS-GO start/[...]

44 Getting started Unlocking Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, th e vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment. Ignition (or Position 2) 왘 Press the KEYL[...]

45 Getting started Adjusting 왔 Adjusting Seats Wa r n i n g! G All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas- tening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Wa r n i n g! G Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the drive[...]

46 Getting started Adjusting Seat adjustment The seat adjustment switch is located on the entry side of each front seat base. 1 Head restraint height (vehicles with memory function)* 2 Seat cushion tilt 3 Seat height 4 Backrest tilt 5 Seat fore and aft adjustment Wa r n i n g ! G According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re[...]

47 Getting started Adjusting Seat fore and aft adjustment 왘 Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5 . Seat height 왘 Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 . Seat cushion tilt 왘 Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 2 until your upper legs are lightly supported. Seat backrest tilt 왘 Press the swi[...]

48 Getting started Adjusting Raising: 왘 Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it upward. If head restraint 1 is fully retracted, push release button 2 in direction of arrow and pull head restraint 1 up- ward. Lowering: 왘 To lower head r estraint 1 , push release button 2 in direction of arrow and press down on head restraint[...]

49 Getting started Adjusting With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you 앫 close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on or 앫 insert the SmartKey into the starter switch or press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( 컄 page 43) once with the driver’s door closed With t[...]

50 Getting started Adjusting Make sure that 앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows 앫 you can move your legs freely 앫 all displays (including malfun ction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are cl early visible The steering wheel adjustment release handle is located on the lower left of the st[...]

51 Getting started Adjusting Make sure that 앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows 앫 you can move your legs freely 앫 all displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible The steering wheel adjustment stalk is located on the lower left of the stee ring col[...]

52 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the driver’s door. 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Adjustment button 3 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir- ror button 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Press button 1 for the driver’s side ex- terior rear view mirror or button 3 for the passenger-side e[...]

53 Getting started Driving 왔 Driving Fastenin g the seat b elts Wa r n i n g! G Make sure that absolutely no objects are ob- structing the pedal’s range of movement. Keep the driver’s foot well clear of all obsta- cles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sud[...]

54 Getting started Driving 1 Seat belt outlet 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Release button Wa r n i n g ! G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessiv ely reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would app ly force at the ab- domen or neck . [...]

55 Getting started Driving 왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of seat belt outlet 1 . 왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your h ips. 왘 Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 ( 컄 page 54) until it clicks. 왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoul[...]

56 Getting started Driving Starting the engine Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position For more information on how to operate the gear selector lever, see “Automatic transmission” ( 컄 page 189). Wa r n i n g ! G Do not pass belts over sharp edges. They could[...]

57 Getting started Driving Starting wit h the SmartKey For information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see “Turning off the en- gine” ( 컄 page 68). Gasoline engine 왘 Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P . The transmission position indicator in the multifunction display should be on P ( 컄 page 155). 왘 Do not depr[...]

58 Getting started Driving KEYLESS-GO star t/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only 왘 Make sure KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 is inserted in the starter switch ( 컄 page 43). For information on turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see “Turning off with KEYLESS-GO*” ( 컄 page 69). Gasoline engine 왘 Make sure the automatic transmissi on i[...]

59 Getting started Driving Starting diffi culties If the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps: 왘 If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey, turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 0 and repeat starting procedure. 왘 If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO*: Close any doors that may be open to allow [...]

60 Getting started Driving Driving o ff 왘 Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. 왘 Shift autom atic transmission to D or R ( 컄 page 191). 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. After a cold start, th e automatic transmis- sion shifts at a higher engine revoluti on. This allows the [...]

61 Getting started Driving For more information, see “Driving instruc- tions” ( 컄 page 347). For information on off-road driving, see “Off-road driving” ( 컄 page 355). Switching on headlamps Low beam headlamps The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. Exterior lamp sw itch 1 Off 2 Low beam h[...]

62 Getting started Driving Turn signals The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left 왘 Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2 . The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes ( 컄 page 26) . The combina[...]

63 Getting started Driving Switching o n windsh ield wipe rs 왘 Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain. M Windshield wipers off U Slow intermittent wiping Rain sensor operation with low sensitivity. V Fast intermittent wiping Rain sensor operation with high sensitivity. u Slow continuous wiping t[...]

64 Getting started Driving Wiping with windshield washer flui d 왘 Press the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 1 past the resistance point. The windshield wipers operate with washer f luid. For information on cleaning the headlamps with washer fluid, see “Headlamp cleaning system*” ( 컄 page 208). For information on filling up the wa[...]

65 Getting started Driving Deactivating intermittent wipe 왘 Turn rear window wiper switch 1 to position 4 ( 컄 page 64). Indicator 6 ( 컄 page 64) for the rear window wiper is cleared from the lower multifunction display, indicating that the rear window wiper is deactivated. Wiping with windshi eld washer fluid 왘 Turn and hold rear window wip[...]

66 Getting started Driving In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking fue l: 왘 Do not start the engine under any circumstances. 왘 Notify local fire and/or police authori- ties. If the extent of the damage cannot be de- termined: 왘 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truc k C enter or call Roadside Assistance. If no damage can be dete[...]

67 Getting started Parking and locking 왔 Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Parking b rake 1 Parking brake pedal Wa r n i n g! G With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the br ake and the steering system. In this case, it [...]

68 Getting started Parking and locking 왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1 . When the engine is running, the warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes on. Switching off headlamps 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( 컄 page 61). For more information, see “Lighting” ( 컄 page 143). Turning off the en[...]

69 Getting started Parking and locking Turning off w ith the Sma rtKey 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the start er switch to position 0 ( 컄 page 41). 왘 Remove the Smar tKey from the st arter switch. The immobilizer is activated. Turning o ff with K EYLESS-GO* 왘 Press the KEYLESS- GO start/stop button ( 컄 page 43) to turn off the engine. With the [...]

70 Getting started Parking and locking Releasing seat belts 왘 Press the seat belt release button ( 컄 page 54). Allow the retractor to completely re- wind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate. Locking 왘 Exit the vehicle and close all doors and the tailgate. ! Make sure the seat belt retracts fully so that the seat belt and/or latch plate c[...]

71 Getting started Parking and locking Locking with the SmartKey 왘 Press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey ( 컄 page 40). With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs on the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” ( 컄 page 1[...]

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73 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems 164.boo Seite 73 Freitag, 30. M ärz 2007 12:54 12[...]

74 Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are 앫 Seat be lts ( 컄 page 86) 앫 Child restraints ( 컄 page 96) 앫 L ower A nchors and T ethers for CH ildren (LATCH) ( 컄 page 95) Additional protection potential provide 앫 S [...]

75 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g! G Modifications to or work improperly c on- ducted on restraint system s (such as seat belts and anchors, emergency tension ing devices, seat belt force limiters or air bags) or their wiring, as well as tampering with in- terconnected electronic systems, can lead to the restraint systems no long[...]

76 Safety and Security Occupant safety Air bags Wa r n i n g ! G Air bags are designed to reduce the poten- tial of injury and fata lity in certain frontal impacts (front air bags), side imp acts (side impact air bags and window curtain air bags) or rollovers (window curtain air bags). However, no sy stem available today can completely eliminate in[...]

77 Safety an d Security Occupant safety 앫 Always sit as upright as possibl e, prop- erly use the seat belts and use an appro- priately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Failure to follow thes e instructions can result in severe inju ries to you or other occupants. If you s[...]

78 Safety and Security Occupant safety Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bag Wa r n i n g ! G 앫 Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use belts in- stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes -Benz Light T[...]

79 Safety an d Security Occupant safety When you sell your vehicle we strongl y urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting th em to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual. Front air bags 1 Driver air bag 2 Passenger air bag Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed: 앫 in the[...]

80 Safety and Security Occupant safety The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy- ment thresholds. You will then be protec- ted by the fastened seat belts. The front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if: 앫 the system senses that the front passenger seat is occupied 앫 the 59 indicator lamp in t[...]

81 Safety an d Security Occupant safety The side impact air bags and window cur- tain air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy- ment threshold. The front passenger side impact air bag will not deploy if the OCS senses that the front passenger seat is empty and the front passenger seat belt is not fastened (latc[...]

82 Safety and Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g ! G If the 59 indicator lamp illumi- nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the front passenger seat, have the front passenger re-position himself or herself in the seat until the 59 indicator lamp goes out, or check whether objects are caught under or around the se at[...]

83 Safety an d Security Occupant safety If the 59 indicator lamp is illu- minated, the front passenger fro nt air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed. If the 59 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed: 앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts 앫 if impact exceeds a preset de[...]

84 Safety and Security Occupant safety 앫 If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure that the 59 indicator lamp is illumi- nated, indicating that the front passen- ger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 59 indicator lamp not illuminate or go ou t while t[...]

85 Safety an d Security Occupant safety The 59 indicator lamp is located in the center console. 1 59 indicator lamp The 59 indicator lamp 1 will be illuminated, except with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the starter switch in position 0 ( 컄 page 41). War n i n g ! G If the 1 indicator lamp and the 59 indicator lamp are lit a[...]

86 Safety and Security Occupant safety Self-test Occupant Classification System After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/st op button once or twice, the 59 indicator lamp ( 컄 page 85) located in the center console illuminates. If an adult occupant is properl y sitting on the front passe[...]

87 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g! G Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained. Failure to wear and properly fasten and po- sition your seat belt greatly increases yo ur risk of injuries and thei r likely severity in an accident. You and yo ur passengers should alway[...]

88 Safety and Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g ! G USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY 앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this sec- tion, as that could result in serious inju - ries in case of an accident. 앫 Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belt[...]

89 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an addi tional warning chime will also sound for [...]

90 Safety and Security Occupant safety In an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body. Belt force limiters, when activated, are employed to help reduce the peak force exerted by the seat belts on occupants during a crash. Active head restraint The active head[...]

91 Safety an d Security Occupant safety You cannot remove the active head restraint on the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. For removal of the active head restra ints we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seats” ( 컄 page 45). For information [...]

92 Safety and Security Occupant safety Infant and child restraint systems We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow chi[...]

93 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restraint, that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 2[...]

94 Safety and Security Occupant safety 앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious- ly injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflate s in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle. The only means to completely [...]

95 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Child seat anchors – LATCH type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (L ower A nchors and T ethers fo r CH ildren) type anchors (at each of th e outer rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH child seat with matching mounting fittings. Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using [...]

96 Safety and Security Occupant safety The LATCH anchors are blended with covers. Example, second-row seats 1 Anchorage ring covers 왘 Remove anchorage ring cover 1 from the seat on which a child seat is to be installed. Example, second-row seats 2 Anchors 왘 Install a LATCH type child seat accord- ing to the manufactur er’s instructions. Insta[...]

97 Safety an d Security Occupant safety 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook 왘 Move the respective head restraint to its uppermost position ( 컄 page 135). 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook 4 Top tether strap 왘 Guide top tether strap 4 between head restraint and top of seat backrest. 왘 Securely fasten hook 3 , which is part of the tether strap 4 , to anchorage rin[...]

98 Safety and Security Occupant safety 왘 Lower the head restraint if necessary ( 컄 page 135). Make sure the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat backrest. 왘 Install the child restraint system and tighten the top tether strap according to the child rest raint manufact urer’s in- structions. Blocking of [...]

99 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Disabling 왘 Press override switch 1 until it engag- es. The switch engages in the recessed position. The rear door windows can no longer be operated using the switches located in the rear doors. Enabling 왘 Press override switch 1 once more. The switch disengages from its recessed position back to its orig[...]

100 Safety and Security Panic alarm 1 Â button Activating 왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second. An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly. Deactivating 왘 Press button 1 again. or 왘 Insert the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch. or 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( ?[...]

101 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems 왔 Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: 앫 ABS (A ntilock B rake S ystem) 앫 BAS (B rake A ssist S ystem) 앫 ESP ® (E lectronic S tabi lity P rogram) 앫 EBP (E lectronic B rake P roportioning) 앫 4-ETS (E lectronic T raction S[...]

102 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicati ng that the ABS i s in the regulating mode. 왘 Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pul- sation. Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure yields t[...]

103 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems BAS The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing braking distance. 왘 Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS [...]

104 Safety and Security Driving safety systems For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 441) and ( 컄 page 457). Wa r n i n g ! G Never switch off the ESP ® when you s ee the ESP ® warning lamp v flashing in the in- strument cluster. In this case, proceed as follows: 앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle a[...]

105 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems Switchin g off the ESP ® To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP ® in driving situations where it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus c ut into surfaces for better grip such as: 앫 when driving with snow chains 앫 in deep snow 앫 in sand or gravel When you[...]

106 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Switching on the ESP ® 왘 Press ESP ® switch 1 . The ESP ® warning l amp v in the instrument cluster goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode. For more information, see “Practical hints” ( 컄 page 435). Off-road – ESP ® With the off-road driv ing program switched on ( 컄 page 277[...]

107 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems EBP The EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort without a loss of vehicle stability. For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 438) and ( 컄 page 468). 4-ETS The 4-Electronic Traction System (4-ET[...]

108 Safety and Security Driving safety systems For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 436) and ( 컄 page 449). Off-road - 4-ETS With the off-road driv ing program switched on ( 컄 page 277), or with the transmission in LOW RANGE* mode ( 컄 page 201), the 4-ETS designed for off-road use is auto- matically activated[...]

109 Safety an d Security Anti-theft systems 왔 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prev ents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle. Activating With the SmartKey 왘 Remove the Smar tKey from the st arter switch. With KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button ( 컄 page 43) on the starter switch once. The engine is[...]

110 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Arming the alarm system The alarm system indica tor lamp is located to the lower left of the hazard warning flasher. 1 Alarm system indicator lamp 왘 Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO* ( 컄 page 70). The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicl e is locked. The [...]

111 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function* Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Transfer case Differential locks* Good visibility Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control* Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Driving systems Loading Useful features 164.boo Seite 111 Freit ag, 30. M?[...]

112 Controls in detail In the “Controls in detail” section you wil l find detailed information o n how to oper- ate the equipment installed in your vehicle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you. To quickly familiarize yourself with the ba- sic functions of the v[...]

113 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Wa r n i n g! G When leaving the vehicl e, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with ac ce s s t o a n u n l o c k e d vehicle. It is possible for children to open a locked door from the inside, whic[...]

114 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global unlocking 왘 Press button Œ . All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed. The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of un- locking if 앫 n[...]

115 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locki ng 왘 Press button ‹ . With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Restoring to fa ctory setting 왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds un[...]

116 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Wa r n i n g ! G When leaving the vehi cle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehic le could result in an accident and/or serious personal [...]

117 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO* 앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( 컄 page 112). The starter switch is located under the KEYLESS-GO button. Pull the KEYLESS-GO button out in order to ac- cess the starter switch ( 컄 page 43). 앫 You can combine KEYLESS-GO f[...]

118 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 앫 If the SmartK ey wi th KEYLESS-GO is removed from the vehicle (e .g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO) 앫 when pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button or trying to lock the vehicle with the look button on an outside door handle the mes- sage Key Not Detected appea[...]

119 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locki ng 왘 Press the lock button on an outside door ha ndle ( 컄 page 71). With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Selective sett ing If you frequently travel alone, you may [...]

120 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Checking the batteries in the SmartK ey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Press button ‹ or Œ . The battery check lamp ( 컄 page 112) or ( 컄 page 115) comes on briefly to in- dicate that the SmartKey or S martKey with KEYLESS-GO batteries are in order. Loss of the SmartKey or SmartKey w ith KEYLESS-[...]

121 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Front doors 왘 Pull on inside door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door. If the door was locked, locking knob 1 will move up. Rear doors 왘 Pull up locking knob 1 on the respec- tive rear door to unlock door. 왘 Pull on inside door handle 2 on the re- spective rear door to open door. Tai[...]

122 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Tailgate Opening the tailgate from the outside The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. 왘 Pull on the handle. The tailgate opens slightly. 왘 Pull tailgate upwards to open. Opening the tailgate from the inside You can unlock the tailgate from the third-row seats and th en open it man[...]

123 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the tailgate from the outside 1 Handle 왘 Lower tailgate by pulling firmly on handle 1 . 왘 Close tailgate with hands placed flat on it. Once the tailgate touches the latch, the tailgate will pull itself shut automatical- ly. Power tailgate* In vehicles with power tailgate, you can 앫 open and[...]

124 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the tailgate from the outside You can unlock and open the tailgate simultaneously from the outside when the vehicle is at a standstill. 왘 Press and hold button Š on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* until the tailgate unlocks and opens. While the tailgate is opening, an acoustic signal[...]

125 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Limiting opening height of tailgate* In vehicles with power tailgate*, the tail - gate opening height can be limited when transporting goods on a roof rack* (e.g. presence of an MB roof cargo container*). When activated, the tailgate opens to approximately 6.6 ft (2.00 m). 왘 Activate the limiting openi[...]

126 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the tailgate from the outside You can close the tailgate from the outside using the tailgate closing switch or the Š button on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*. In vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*, you can also simulta- neously lock the vehicle. If the tailgate comes into contact with an objec[...]

127 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the tailgate and locking the vehicle from the outside (vehic les with KEYLESS-GO*) In vehicles with power tailgate and KEYLESS-GO*, you can close the tailgate and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO* locking/closing switch. If the tailgate comes into contact with[...]

128 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Automatic cent ral lock ing The doors and the tailgate lock automati- cally when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. For information on towing the vehicle, see “Towing the vehicle” ( 컄 page 538) . You can deactivate the [...]

129 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The switches are located in the drivers door. 1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch Lockin g 왘 Press central locking switch 2 . If all doors and the tailgate are closed, the vehicle locks. Unlocking 왘 Press central unlocking switch 1 . The vehicle unlocks. i You can open a locked door f[...]

130 Controls in detail Seats For information on seat adjustment, see the “Getting started” section ( 컄 page 45). For more information on seats, see “Load- ing” ( 컄 page 295). Easy-entry/exit feature for third-row seats This feature allows for easier access to and exit from the vehicle’s third-row seats. Easy-entry featur e for third-r[...]

131 Controls in detail Seats Easy-entry/exit po sition While the easy-entry feature is activated, you will see, for example, the following message in the multifunction display: 2nd Row Of Seats – Right Not Locked 왘 Return seat into its original position ( 컄 page 132). The message in the multifunction dis- play disappears. For setting the fron[...]

132 Controls in detail Seats 왘 Return seat into its original position ( 컄 page 132). The message in the multifunction dis- play disappears. For setting the front passenger seat back into the stored position, see “Recalling po- sitions from memory” ( 컄 page 142). For information on how to fold down the second-row seats completely, see “F[...]

133 Controls in detail Seats 왘 Pull emergency release 1 in the direction of arrow. 왘 Push seat backrest 2 forwards. 왘 Open the left door. 왘 Exit the vehicle. Front seat active head restrain ts You cannot remove the active head restraints on the driver’s and fron t passenger’s seat. For removal of the active head restraints we recommend [...]

134 Controls in detail Seats Rear seat adjustment Seat backrest tilt (s econd-row s eats) The seat backrest tilt can be set to five different positions. The handles for adjusting the seats are located on the rear of each seat base. 1 Adjustment handle 왘 While seated, pull handle 1 in direc- tion of arrow to resistance point and hold it there. 왘[...]

135 Controls in detail Seats 왘 To move seat backrest forward, lean forward with handle 1 pulled and he ld at resistance point. The seat backrest will move forward against your back. 왘 Release handle 1 when the seat back- rest has reached the desired position. To make sure the seat backrest has en- gaged, lean firmly against the backrest. Head r[...]

136 Controls in detail Seats Head restraint fore and aft adjustment The angle of the head restraint for the out- er second-row seats or the third-row seats can be adjusted manually. 왘 While seated, reach behind you with both hands and find l ower edge of the head restraint. 왘 Adjust the head restraint to the desired position by pushing or pulli[...]

137 Controls in detail Seats 왘 Push release button 2 and pull out head restraint. 왘 Second-row seat: Fold the seat backrest rearward until it engages. 왘 Third-row seat: Fold the seat backrest rearward ( 컄 page 305). Installing 왘 Second-row seat: Fold the seat backrest forward ( 컄 page 134). 왘 Third-row seat: Fold the seat backrest for[...]

138 Controls in detail Seats Multicontour se at* The multicontour seat has an extendable seat cushion and inflatable air chambers built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support. The seat cushion depth, seat backrest cushion-height and cu rvature can be con- tinuously varied with switches on the in- side of each front seat bas[...]

139 Controls in detail Seats The switches for second-row seat heating* are located in the rear center console. 1 Seat heating switch*, second-row seats 2 Indicator lamps The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heati ng level you have selected. 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). Switching on 왘 Press switch 1 . Three red[...]

140 Controls in detail Seats Seat ventilati on* The switches for the seat ventilation are located in the center console. 1 Seat ventilation switch, front seats 2 Indicator lamps The blue indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which ventilation level you have selected. 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). Switching o n 왘 Press button [...]

141 Controls in detail Memory function* 왔 Memory function* Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat back- rest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also the section on air [...]

142 Controls in detail Memory function* Storing positions into memory 왘 Adjust the seats ( 컄 page 45). 왘 On the driver’s side, additionally adjust the steering wheel ( 컄 page 50) and ex- terior rear view mirrors ( 컄 page 51) to the desired positions. 왘 Press memory button M . 왘 Release memory button M and press stored position butto[...]

143 Controls in detail Lighting 왔 Lighting For information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” ( 컄 page 61) and “Turn signals” ( 컄 page 62). Exterior lamp switch i If you drive in co untries where vehicles drive on the other side of the road than th e country in which the vehicle is[...]

144 Controls in detail Lighting Low beam headlamps 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B . With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button pressed once, the following lamps will switch on: 앫 Tail and parking lamps 앫 License plate lamps 앫 Side marker lamps With the SmartKey in starter switch positi[...]

145 Controls in detail Lighting When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps, the tail and parking lamps, the license plate lamps, and the side marker lamps will switch on and off depending on the brightness of the ambient light. Daytime running lamp mode In Canada the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant mode. I[...]

146 Controls in detail Lighting When the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B , the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. The corresponding exterior lamps switch on ( 컄 page 61). Locator lighting and night secu rity illumination The locator lighting and the night security illu[...]

147 Controls in detail Lighting 왘 Push in the exterior lamp switch to first stop. The rear fog lamp switches off. The yellow indicator lamp † in the exterior lamp sw itch goes out. The front fog lamps remain lit. Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher High bea m 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B ( 컄 page 143). 왘 Pu[...]

148 Controls in detail Lighting Driving forward Switching on corner-illuminating front fog lamps 왘 Switch on the left or right turn signal ( 컄 page 62), depending on whether you are turning left or right. The respective front fog lamp comes on and illuminates the area in the direc- tion into which you are turning. or 왘 Turn steering wheel in [...]

149 Controls in detail Lighting Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle. The hazard warning flasher switches on automatically when an air bag deploys. The hazard warning flasher switch is l[...]

150 Controls in detail Lighting Automatic control Deactivating 왘 Press switch 3 . The switch engages in the recessed position. The interior lighting and the locator lighting ( 컄 page 176) remain switched off even when you 앫 unlock the vehicle 앫 open a door 앫 open the tailgate 앫 remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Activating 왘 [...]

151 Controls in detail Lighting Switching second-row reading lamps on and off The second-row reading lamps are located above the side windows. Passenger side reading lamp 1 Second-row reading lamp 왘 Press on reading lamp 1 where indi- cated by arrow. The reading lamp comes on. 왘 Press on reading lamp 1 once more. The reading lamp goes out. Door[...]

152 Controls in detail Instrument cluster For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” ( 컄 page 26). 1 To dim instrument cluster illumination 2 Reset button 3 To brighten instrument cluster illumination The instrument cluster is activated when you 앫 open a door 앫 switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42) ?[...]

153 Controls in detail Instrument cluster Adjusting instrument cl uster illumina- tion Use button 1 or 3 to adjust the illumina- tion brightness for the instrument cluster. To brighten illuminati on 왘 Press and hold button 3 until the desired level of illumination is reached. To dim illu mination 왘 Press and hold button 1 until the desired leve[...]

154 Controls in detail Instrument cluster The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving. This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be verified by com- parison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor, not by [...]

155 Controls in detail Control system 왔 Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1 ( 컄 page 42) or as soon as the KEYLESS- GO start/stop but- ton* is in position 1 ( 컄 page 44). The con- trol system enables you to 앫 call up information about your vehicle 앫 change ve[...]

156 Controls in detail Control system Multifunctio n steering whe el The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. Depending on the selected menu ( 컄 page 158), pressing the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel will alter what is shown i[...]

157 Controls in detail Control system It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar- ranged in a circular pattern. 앫 If you press button è or ÿ repeatedly, you will pass th rough each menu one after the other. 앫 If you press button k or j repeatedly, you will pass th rough each function display, one afte[...]

158 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 5 . The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus. 164.boo Seite 158 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

159 Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Standard display AUDIO NAV* Off-road DISTRONIC* (Canada only) ( 컄 page 162) ( 컄 page 164) ( 컄 page 166) ( 컄 page 166) ( 컄 page 167) Commands/submenus Trip- and main odometer Select ing radio s tation Route guidance instructions, current [...]

160 Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 6 to a . The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus. 164.boo Seite 160 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

161 Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Menu 9 Menu a Vehicle status message memor y 1 1 The vehicle status message memory menu is only displaye d if there is a message stor ed. Settings Vehicle configuration Trip computer TEL* ( 컄 page 167) ( 컄 page 168) ( 컄 page 182) ( 컄 page 184) ( 컄 pag[...]

162 Controls in detail Control system Standard display menu In the standard displa y, the main odometer and the trip odometer appear in the multi- function display. 1 Trip odometer 2 Main odometer 왘 If you see another display, press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the standard display appears. 왘 Press button k or j to select the functions in t[...]

163 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the coolant temperature appears in the multifunction display. Calling up dig ital speedometer or outside temperature 왘 Press button k or j rep eatedly until the digital speed ometer or the outside temperatur e appears in the multifunction display. Digital speedometer O[...]

164 Controls in detail Control system AUDIO menu The functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on. If no audio equipment is currently turned on, the message AUDIO Off appears in the multif uncti on disp lay. The following functions are available: Selecting radio station 왘 Turn on the COMAND system and[...]

165 Controls in detail Control system Operating CD player Selecting CD track 왘 Turn on the COMAND system and select CD. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the settings for the CD currently being played appear in the multifu nc- tion display. 1 Current CD (for CD changer) 2 Current tr[...]

166 Controls in detail Control system NAV* menu The NAV menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the message NAV appears in the multifunction display. The message shown in the multifunction display depends on the status of the navi- gation system: 앫 With the COMAND system swi[...]

167 Controls in detail Control system DISTRONIC* menu (Canada only) Use the DISTRONIC menu ( 컄 page 264) to display the current settings for your Distronic system. The in formation shown in the multifunction display depends on whether the Distronic system is activated or deactivated. Please refer to the “Driving systems” sec- tion of this man[...]

168 Controls in detail Control system If conditions have oc curr ed causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: 왘 Press button k or j . The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in which they have occurred. For malfunctions and warning messages, see “Vehicle status messages i[...]

169 Controls in detail Control system The following settings and submenus are available in the Settings menu: Resetti ng all settings You can reset the functions of all submenus to the factory settings. 왘 Press the reset button in the instru- ment cluster ( 컄 page 152) for approximately 3 seconds. The request to press the reset button once more[...]

170 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu 왘 Press button j . The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display. 왘 Press button ç . The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with button ç , scroll up with the button æ . With the selection mar[...]

171 Controls in detail Control system The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making individual settings can be found on the following pages. Instrument cluster Time/Date Lighting Vehicle Comfort* ( 컄 page 172) ( 컄 page 174) ( 컄 page 175) ( 컄 page 178) ( 컄 page 181) Selecting s[...]

172 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instrument Cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instrument Cluster submenu to change the instrument clu ster display sett ings. The following functions are available: Selecting speedometer displa y mode 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Ins[...]

173 Controls in detail Control system Available languages: 앫 German 앫 English 앫 French 앫 Italian 앫 Spanish 앫 Dutch 앫 Swedish 앫 Danish 앫 Turkish 앫 Portuguese 앫 Russian (Canada only) Selecting display (d igital speedometer or outside temperat ure) for status indicator 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Ins[...]

174 Controls in detail Control system Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the time and date settings. The following functions are available: Setting the time This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module*. 왘 Move the sel[...]

175 Controls in detail Control system Lighting sub menu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle. The following functions are available: Setting daytime ru nning lamp mode (USA only) 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.[...]

176 Controls in detail Control system Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated, the exterior lamp switch in position U ( 컄 page 143) and the interior lighting in au- tomatic mod e ( 컄 page 150), the following lamps will switch on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked using button Œ on the SmartKey or SmartKey[...]

177 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headlamp Delayed Shut-off appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. 왘 Press button æ or ç to switch the headlamps delayed shut-off feat[...]

178 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to make general vehicle settings. The following functions are available: Compass adjustment This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module*. Determine your location [...]

179 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Setting Zone appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. 왘 Press button æ or ç to set the respective compass zone. For information on how to call up the compass, see “Compass” ( 컄 page 344). Compass [...]

180 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Drive a full circle at a vehicle speed of between 3 mph and 6 mph (5 km/h and 10 km/h). When calibration was successful, the following message appears in the mul- tifunction display: Compass Calibration Completed Successfully Audio search function Use of the Audio search function to select a radio station w[...]

181 Controls in detail Control system Limiting opening height of tailgate* Use this function to activate or deactivate the limiting opening height of the tailgate. 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Vehicle submenu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Opening Limiter Tailgate appears in the multifunction disp[...]

182 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Comfort submenu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Easy-entry Function appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. 왘 Press button æ or ç to switch the easy-entry/exit feature On or Off . Se[...]

183 Controls in detail Control system Distance warning function* (Canada only) In vehicles equipped with Distronic*, you can determine whether the distance warn- ing function is to be enabled or disabled. With this function set to On , the system will alert you when recognizing a stationary ob- stacle or a slower vehicle moving in your vehicle’s [...]

184 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press button æ or ç repeatedly until the desired speed is shown in the multifunction display. When DSR is switched on, DSR will use the programmed default speed to regu- late the vehicle’s speed. Trip computer menu Use the trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle. The following inf[...]

185 Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption statistics since last reset 왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From Reset appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last [...]

186 Controls in detail Control system TEL* menu You can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your teleph one, provided it is connected to a hands-free system and switched on. 왘 Switch on the telephone and COMAND system. 왘 Press button ÿ or è on the multifunction steering wheel repeated- ly until the message TEL appears in the multif u[...]

187 Controls in detail Control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at an y time. In the multifunction display you will then see the message, or if available, the caller ID (name and number): 왘 Press button s . You have answered the call. The duration of the call appears in the multifunction[...]

188 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press button s . The system dials the selected phone number. 앫 If the connection is successful and this feature is supported by your network provider, the name of the party (if stored in your phone book) you are calling and the duration of the call will appear in the multifunc- tion display. 앫 If no con[...]

189 Controls in detail Automatic transmission 왔 Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” ( 컄 page 56). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift po[...]

190 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Shifting from P to N Moving the gear selector lever up or down shifts the automatic transmission out of park position P : 왘 With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. 왘 Move gear selector lever up or down to resistance point to select neutral position N . Shifting[...]

191 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Shifting from P to R 왘 With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. 왘 Move gear selector lever up past t he re- sistance point to select reverse gear R . 왘 Release the parking brake ( 컄 page 59 ). 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 Carefully depress the accelerato[...]

192 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Shifting from D or R to N If you want to select neutral position N with the transmission being in drive position D or reverse gear R : 왘 With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. 왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Move gear selector lever up[...]

193 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Effect ì Park position Shift into park position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehi - cle is parked. Rather, the driver should always set the parking brake in addition to shifting into park position P to secure the vehicle. If the vehicle?[...]

194 Controls in detail Automatic transmission If you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N , e.g. when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash, observe the following instructions. Vehicles with SmartK ey: 왘 With the vehicle at a standstill and the ignition switched on shift the automatic transmission to neu[...]

195 Controls in detail Automatic transmission 왘 Insert the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* into the starter switch. 왘 Switch on the ignition. 왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N . 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 If engaged, release the parking brake ( 컄 page 59). 왘 Switch off the ignition and l[...]

196 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. 왘 Press the accelerator past the point of resistance. Depending on the engine speed the transmission shifts into a lower gear. 왘 Ease on the accelerator when you have reached the desired speed. The transmission shifts up again. Stopping When [...]

197 Controls in detail Automatic transmission On uphill grades with a gradient angle of more than 5°, the hill start assist system maintains the pressure in the brake sys- tem for approximately 1 second after you have released the brake pedal. Therefore, you can start off smoothly without the vehicle moving immediately after releasing the brake pe[...]

198 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Steering wheel gearshift control With drive position D selected, you can limit or extend the gear range. 1 Left button: limiting gear range or downshift 2 Right button: extending gear range or upshift Effect ç The transmission shifts through second gear only. Allows the use of engine’s braking power [...]

199 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Downshif ting 왘 Briefly press left shift button 1 . The transmission will shift to the next lower gear as permitted by the shift program. This ac tion simultaneously limits the gear range of the automatic transmission ( 컄 page 197). Upshifting 왘 Briefly press right shift button 2 . The transmissio[...]

200 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Emergency oper ation (Limp- Home Mode) If vehicle acceleration becomes less re- sponsive or sluggish or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is most likely operating in limp-home (emergency operation) mode. In this mode only second gear and reverse gear can be activated. 왘 Stop the vehi[...]

201 Controls in detail Transfer case 왔 Transfer case LOW RANGE mode* The LOW RANGE mode is available on vehi- cles with enhanced off-road package*. In the following situations you should switch to LOW RANGE mode: 앫 during off-road driving ( 컄 page 355) 앫 when crossing water ( 컄 page 360) 앫 when towing up or down on steep gradients With [...]

202 Controls in detail Transfer case Switching LOW RANGE mode The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 LOW RANGE switch 2 Indicator lamp 3 LOW RANGE display Switching LOW RANGE mode on (switching from HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE) 왘 Press LOW RANGE switch 1 . Indicator lamp 2 flashes. If the system senses that all conditions ar[...]

203 Controls in detail Transfer case Switching LOW RANGE mode off (switching from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE) 왘 Press LOW RANGE switch 1 ( 컄 page 202). Indicator lamp 2 flashes. If the system senses that all conditions are met, it will switch to back to HIGH RANGE mode. A chime sounds and the LOW RANGE display 3 ap- pears in the multifunction disp[...]

204 Controls in detail Differential locks* For more information on Off-road driving, see “Off-road driving” ( 컄 page 355). Vehicles with enhance d off-road package* are equipped with automatic locks for the center and rear axle differential to improve vehicle traction. 앫 The center differential compensates for differences in wheel rotation [...]

205 Controls in detail Differential locks* at the same speed, independent of the in- dividual torque. Please be aware that en- gaging the differential locks will significantly reduce the steering ability of the vehicle. For your safety and the safety of others and to prevent damage to the vehicle, the differential locks mu st not be engaged when dr[...]

206 Controls in detail Differential locks* AUTO mode The AUTO mode is adequate for most driv- ing situations since the center differential is locked and released as required. 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 42). The center differential locks is in AUTO mode. The indicator lamp on the adjustment ring 1 above symbol U 2 is on. Center and rear axle di[...]

207 Controls in detail Differential locks* 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 42). 왘 To select the required locking mode, rotate adjustment ring 2 to the desired positi on 3 or 4 ( 컄 page 205). The indicator lamp on the adjustment ring 1 at the respective symbol comes on. Example illustration 5 Center differential is completel y locked ! If the di[...]

208 Controls in detail Good visibility For information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” ( 컄 page 62). Headlamp cleaning system* The headlamps will automatically be cleaned with a high-pressure water jet when you have 앫 switched on the headlamps and 앫 operated the windshield wipers with windshield washer fluid five times When [...]

209 Controls in detail Good visibility Power folding exterior rear view mirrors* Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in and out automa tically When the corresponding function in the control system is activated ( 컄 page 182): 앫 The exterior rear view mirrors automat- ically fold in as soon as the vehicle is locked from the outside. 앫 The ex[...]

210 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding t he exterio r rear view mirrors in and out manually The button is located on the door contro l panel. 1 Button for folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). Folding in 왘 Briefly press button 1 . Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in. Folding out 왘 B[...]

211 Controls in detail Good visibility 1 Sun visor 2 Additional sun visor* 3 Mirror lamp 4 Vanity mirror cover 5 Vanity mirror 6 Holder for gas car ds 7 Mounting Glare through the windshield 왘 Swing sun visor 1 down. 왘 Make sure sun visor 1 is properly en- gaged in mounting 7 . 왘 When you do not experience glare any- more, swing sun visor 1 u[...]

212 Controls in detail Good visibility 왘 Adjust sun visor 1 by pushing or pull- ing in the direction of arrows. 왘 Swing down additional sun visor* 2 when you experience additional glare through the windshield. Rear panorama roof sunshade The rear panorama roof sunshade over the third-row seats prevents the sun from shin- ing directly into the v[...]

213 Controls in detail Good visibility Activating 왘 Press button 1 on the climate con- trol panel ( 컄 page 216) or the a utomat- ic climate control* panel ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating 왘 Press button 1 once more. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. ! If the rear window defroster switches off t[...]

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215 Controls in detail Climate control 1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air vent 4 Windshield air vents 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Left center air vent, adjustable 7 Right center air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air [...]

216 Controls in detail Climate control 1 Temperature control, left 2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual) 3 Front defroster 4 Increasing air volume 5 Air distribution (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) 6 Rear climate control* on/off Air supply for rear passenger compartment on/off : USA only < Canada only 7 Te[...]

217 Controls in detail Climate control The climate control is operational whenev- er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the current outside temperature. Nearly all dust particles, pollutant[...]

218 Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating the climate control system Deactivating 왘 Press button ´ ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Reactivating 왘 Press button U ( 컄 page 216). Operating the climate control system in automatic mode Activating 왘 Press button U ( 컄 page 216) while the engine is running.[...]

219 Controls in detail Climate control or 왘 Press air distribution button 5 , 9 , or a ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on button U goes out. The automatic operation of air distribution switches off. Setting the temperature Use temperature controls 1 and 7 ( 컄 page 216) to separately ad just the air temperature on each side of the passenger [...]

220 Controls in detail Climate control Adjusting air volume Five blower speeds are available. 왘 Press button  to decrease or button Q to increase air volume ( 컄 page 216) to the desired level. The indicator lamp on button U ( 컄 page 216) goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off. The selected blower speed is shown in the[...]

221 Controls in detail Climate control Adjusting air distribution 왘 Move air vent slider 2 to the left, rig ht, up, or down to direct the air in the de- sired direction. Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also use it to defog the windshield and door windows. Activating 왘 Pre[...]

222 Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating 왘 Press button | ( 컄 page 216) once more. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turned off. The previous settings are in effect again. The air conditioning compressor remains switched on. Windshield fogged on the outside 왘 Switch the windshield wipers on ( 컄 page 63). ?[...]

223 Controls in detail Climate control Activating 왘 Press button : ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating 왘 Press button : . The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Air recirculation mode with conve- nience closing and opening feature i The air recir culation mode is a ctivated auto- matically at high outsid[...]

224 Controls in detail Climate control Convenience closing 왘 Press button : for approximately 2 seconds. The windows and/or tilt/sliding sun- roof* will close. You can release button : once the closing pro ce- dure has begun. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* continue closing until they are fully closed. The indicator lamp on the button comes[...]

225 Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the air condi- tioning (cooling) function of the climate control system. The air in the v ehicle will then no longer be cooled or dehumidi fied. 왘 Press button 9 ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. [...]

226 Controls in detail Climate control Rear climate control* The control panel is lo cated on the rear of the front center console. Activating rear climate control 왘 Press button U . The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air volume and air distri- bution are adjusted automatically. Deactivating rear climate control 왘 Press button ´ . [...]

227 Controls in detail Climate control Operating from the front Deactivating 왘 Press button : on the front climate control panel ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Reactivating 왘 Press button : on the front climate control panel ( 컄 page 216). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The rear climate control is adju[...]

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229 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* 1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air vent 4 Windshield air vents 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Left center air vent, adjustable 7 Right center air vent, adjustable 8 T[...]

230 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* 1 Temperature control, left 2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual) 3 Air distribution, driver ’s side 4 Front defroster 5 Increasing air volume 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, passenger side 8 Rear automatic climate control on/off > USA only ™ Canada only 9 T[...]

231 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* The automatic climate control is a 3-zone intelligent automatic climate control sys- tem. Your vehicle interior is divided into 3 zones. With the help of a sun sensor, the automat- ic climate control determines the relation of the sun to the vehi cle and automatica lly adjusts the inside temp[...]

232 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en- ters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/ C mode is deactivated ( 컄 page 230). Deactivating the automati c climate co[...]

233 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Reactivating 왘 Press button U ( 컄 page 230). Operating the automati c climate control system in automatic mode You can switch the automatic climate con- trol system on and off separately for each zone as needed. Activatin g 왘 Press button U ( 컄 page 230) while the engine is running. T[...]

234 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Setting the temper ature Use temperature control 1 and 9 ( 컄 page 230) to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small incre- ments, preferably star ting at 72°F (22°C). The automatic climate co[...]

235 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Opening the side air vents 왘 Turn thumbwheels 3 and b ( 컄 page 228) to the righ t. The corresponding side air vents on the left and right are open. Closing the side air vents 왘 Turn thumbwheels 3 and b ( 컄 page 228) to the left. The corresponding side air vents on the left and right a[...]

236 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* The automatic climate control switches to the following functions automatically: 앫 most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature 앫 air flows onto the windshield and the front door windows (side air vents must be open) 앫 the air conditioning compressor s[...]

237 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Windshield fogged on th e outside 왘 Switch the windshield wipers on ( 컄 page 63). 왘 Press button U ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on button U goes out. Air volume and air distribution are controlled separately for each zone. If the automatic air distribution and air volume are swit[...]

238 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Activating 왘 Press button : ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating 왘 Press button : ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. At outside temperatures above 79°F (26°C) the system will not automatically switch back to outside air. A qua[...]

239 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Convenience closing 왘 Press button : for approximately 2 seconds. The windows and/or tilt/sliding sun- roof* will close. You can release button : once the closing proce- dure has begun. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* continue closing until they are fully closed. The indi cator lamp o[...]

240 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the air condi- tioning (cooling) function of the automatic climate control system. The air in the vehi- cle will then no longer be cooled or dehu- midified. 왘 Press button 9 ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The cooling fun[...]

241 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interi or for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. Activatin g 왘 Switch off the ignition ( 컄 page 41). 왘 Press button 9 ( 컄 [...]

242 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Activating rear automatic climate control 왘 Press button U . The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The temperature, air vol- ume, and air distribution are adjusted automatically. Deactivating rear automatic climate control 왘 Press button ´ . The indicator lamp on the button goes out[...]

243 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Reactivating 왘 Press button > ( 컄 page 230). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. In display e ( 컄 page 230), you will see the > symbol followed by ON and MODE . The MODE display is cleared and the indicator lamp on button > goes out after approximately 3 seconds. The rea[...]

244 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Adjusting automatically 왘 Press button U while the engine is running. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air distribution is adjust- ed automatically. Setting the temper ature Use temperature control 3 ( 컄 page 242) to separately adjust the air temperature of the rear passenge[...]

245 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Air vents in the roof liner over the second-row seats* 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control 2 Air vent, adjustable Adjusting air volume 왘 Turn thumbwheel 1 d o w n t o d e c r e a s e the air volume. or 왘 Turn thumbwheel 1 up to increase the air volume. Adjusti ng air dis tribution 왘 Mov[...]

246 Controls in detail Power windows The door windows and the hinged quarter windows* are opened and closed electri- cally. The switches for all door windows and the hinged quarter windows* are located on the driver’s door control panel. The switches for the respective door win- dows are located on the front passenger door and the rear door s. Th[...]

247 Controls in detail Power windows Door windows 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window 3 Right rear door window 4 Left rear door window Opening the door windows 왘 Press switch 1 , 2 , 3 , or 4 ( 컄 page 247) to the resistance point. The corresponding door window moves downwards until you release the switch. Closing the door windows[...]

248 Controls in detail Power windows 왘 Remove the obstruction. 왘 Pull the respective door window switch past the resistance point again and release. Stopping door windows during Express-operation 왘 Press or pull the respective door window switch again. Hinged quarter windows* The switches for opening and closing the hinged quarter windows are[...]

249 Controls in detail Power windows Synchronizing the door windows The door windows must be resynchronized 앫 after the battery was disconnected 앫 if the door windows cannot be fully opened (Express-open) or cl osed (Express-close) 왘 Close all doors. 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Pull and hold switch 1 , 2 , 3 , or 6 ( 컄 pa[...]

250 Controls in detail Power windows Convenienc e closing fe ature When locking the vehicle, you can simulta- neously close 앫 the door windows 앫 the hinged quarter windows* 앫 the tilt/sliding sunroof* 왘 Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outside door handle ( 컄 page 249). The SmartKey or Sma[...]

251 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 왔 Power tilt/sliding sunroo f* Opening and closing Wa r n i n g! G When closin g the tilt/sliding sun roof, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. If the tilt/sliding sunroof enco unters an ob- struction that blocks its path in a circum- stance where yo[...]

252 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroo f* The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is located on the overhead control panel. Sunroof switch 1 Push back to slide sunroof open 2 Push forward to slide sunroof closed 3 Push up to raise sunroof at rear 4 Pull down to lower sunroof at r[...]

253 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Fully opening (Express-o pen) and closing (Express-close) 왘 To fully open or close the til t /sliding sunroof, move the sunroof switch past the resistance point in the required direction of arrows 1 to 2 ( 컄 page 252) a nd release. The tilt/sliding s unroof opens or closes completely. Stopping [...]

254 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroo f* 왘 Switch off the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS- GO*: 왘 Switch off the ignition ( 컄 page 43). 왘 Open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0 , same as with th e SmartKey removed from the starter switch[...]

255 Controls in detail Driving systems 왔 Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are described on the following pages: 앫 Cruise control ( 컄 page 255) and Distronic* ( 컄 page 260), with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed. 앫 Distance warning function* ( 컄 page 272) is only available with Distronic*, which warns of s[...]

256 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Setting current or higher speed Adjustment in 1 mph increments (to the resistance point) or 5 mph increments (past the resistance point) (Canada: 1 km/h or 10 km/h) 2 Setting current or lower speed Adjustment in 1 mph increments (to the resistance point) or 5 mph increments (past the resistance point) (Canad[...]

257 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (30 k m/h). In the following cases you cannot acti vate the cruise control: 앫 when you brake 앫 when you have set the parking brake 앫 when the automatic transmission is set to position P , R , or N 앫 if [...]

258 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed You can increase the speed in two ways. Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h ) increments 왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in directi on of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 256). 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed increases in incre- ments of 1 m[...]

259 Controls in detail Driving systems 왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 256). 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed increases in incre- ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). Setting a lower speed You can reduce th e speed in two ways . Adjustment in 1 m ph (Canad[...]

260 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) 왘 Briefly pull the cruise control lever in di - rection of arrow 4 ( 컄 page 256). The cruise control resumes to the last set speed, or if no speed is stored, it will set and store the current speed. 왘 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The la[...]

261 Controls in detail Driving systems Wa r n i n g! G Distronic adaptive cruise control is no substitute for active dr iving involvement. It does not reac t to pedestrians or on station- ary objects, nor doe s it recognize or predict the lane curvature or the movement of preceding vehicles. Distronic can only apply a maximum of 20% of the vehicle?[...]

262 Controls in detail Driving systems Wa r n i n g ! G The “Resume” function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed. Wa r n i n g ! G Close attention to ro ad and traffic condi- tions is imperative at a ll times, regardless of whether or not Distronic i[...]

263 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic displays in the speedometer dial 1 Set speed If Distronic is activated, one or two cruise control speed segments come on around the set speed. 1 Set speed 2 Cruise control speed segments 3 Speed of the vehicle ahead If Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the cruise control speed segments 2 , [...]

264 Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC menu in the control system Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the current settings for your Distronic system. The information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether the Distronic system is activated or deactivated. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until one of the following two disp[...]

265 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic ac tivated When you turn Distronic on, you will see the set speed in the multifunction display for about 5 seconds. When Distronic is activated, the following display appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distronic activated 2 Set vehicle speed Distronic deactivated When Distronic is deactivated, y[...]

266 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating Distronic You can activate Distronic when the vehi- cle speed is between 20 mph (30 km/h) and 110 mph (18 0 km/h). When Distronic is activated the standard display in the multif unction display will show a message such as DISTRONIC 55 MPH . If Distronic has not been activated after pressing the crui[...]

267 Controls in detail Driving systems You can increase the set speed in two ways. Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h ) increments 왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in directi on of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 265). 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed increases in incre- ments of 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h)[...]

268 Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments 왘 Briefly press the cruise control lever down past the resistance point in direc- tion of arrow 2 ( 컄 page 265). 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle set speed decreases in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). Setting to la st stored sp eed (?[...]

269 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the following distance in Distronic You can set the specified following distance for Distronic by v arying the time setting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Us- ing this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle, Distronic calculates and sets the required following distance to the preceding vehicl[...]

270 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Distance setting switch 2 To decrease distance 3 To increase distance Increasing distance Increasing the distance setting tells Distronic to maintain a greater following distance to the preceding vehicle. 왘 Turn distance setting switch 1 in direction of arrow 3 . Decreasing distance Decreasing the distance[...]

271 Controls in detail Driving systems The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. In such a case, Distronic will switch off, and the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavai lable – See Operator’s Manual appears in the multi- function display[...]

272 Controls in detail Driving systems Lane chan ging Distronic has not yet detected the vehi cle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Narrow vehicles Because of their narrow profile, the vehi- cles traveling near the outer edges of the lane have not yet been detected by Distronic. There will be insuffic[...]

273 Controls in detail Driving systems 왘 Switch on the distance warning function in the control system ( 컄 page 183). Downhill Speed Re gulation (DSR) For more information, see “Off-road driv- ing” ( 컄 page 355). The DSR is an aid for driving downhill. DSR regulates your vehicle’s speed when driv- ing downhill to the value set in the co[...]

274 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching the D ownhill Speed Regulation on/off The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. Vehicles without enhanced off-road package* 1 DSR on/off 2 Indicator lamp Vehicles with enhanced off-road package* 1 DSR on/off 2 Indicator lamp i Whenever DSR is switche d on, DSR will use the progra[...]

275 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching Downhill Speed Regulation on 왘 Press DSR switch 1 ( 컄 page 274). The indicator lamp 2 comes on. The message DSR and the set speed ap- pear in the multifunction display. For information on how to program the set speed while driving, see “Adjusting Down- hill Speed Regulation speed with DSR switc[...]

276 Controls in detail Driving systems Adjusting Downhill Speed Regulation speed with DSR switched on With the DSR switched on ( 컄 page 274), the speed setting can be changed using the cruise control lever. The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left-hand side of the steering column. Cruise control lever 1 Increase set speed 2 Red[...]

277 Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments Increase set speed: 왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 276). 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed increases in incre- ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). Reduce set speed: ?[...]

278 Controls in detail Driving systems The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 Switch for off-road driving progr am 2 Indicator lamp Switching Off-road driving program on 왘 Press switch 1 ( 컄 page 278). Indicator lamp 2 comes on. The symbol y appears in the lower multif uncti on disp lay. Switching Off-road driving prog[...]

279 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicles without enhanced off-road package* Vehicles with enhanced off-road package* 1 ADS switch 2 Indicator lamp for SPORT setting 3 Indicator lamp for COMF setting The following settings are available: 앫 AUTO (for normal driving situations) Indicator lamps 2 and 3 are off. 앫 SPORT (for sporty driving) I[...]

280 Controls in detail Driving systems The parked vehicle begins adjusting to the set vehicle level as soon the doors and tail - gate are 앫 unlocked or 앫 opened or closed with the vehicle unlocked In order to operate the vehicle level control switch ( 컄 page 281), however, the engine must be running. For information on off-road driving, see ?[...]

281 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicles without enhanced Off-road Package* The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 Vehicle level switch 2 Indicator lamp Basic settings The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using the vehicle level switch in the center console: The following is the approximate cha[...]

282 Controls in detail Driving systems Raised level Only select the raised level i f appropriate for the driving situation encountered. Otherwise: 앫 fuel consumption may increase 앫 handling characteristics of the vehicle may be unfavorable 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 41). If indicator lamp 2 ( 컄 page 281) is off. 왘 Press switch 1 ( 컄 [...]

283 Controls in detail Driving systems When the highway level is reached, indica- tor lamp 2 ( 컄 page 281) goes out. The following message appears in the multi- function display for 5 seconds: Vehicles with enhanced Off-road Package* The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 Rotatable outer adjustment ring 2 Set higher vehi[...]

284 Controls in detail Driving systems The following is the approximate change in ride height for each of the leve l settings: You can only select the off-road levels be- low a certain speed. At higher speeds, the message Level Selection Not Permitted appears in the multifunction display. You can select 앫 Off-road level 1: selectable below 60 mph[...]

285 Controls in detail Driving systems If you are driving too fast while using off-road level 3, you will see the following message in the multifunction display: 앫 Reduce speed to under 20 MPH (30 km/h) Additional an acoustic signal sounds. Only use the off-road levels when neces- sary. Otherwise: 앫 fuel consumption may increase 앫 handling ch[...]

286 Controls in detail Driving systems Once off-road level 3 is reached, you will see, for example, the following message in the multifunction display: If you drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) for a short period while using off-road level 3, the following message appears in the multifunction display: Off-road level 3 is canceled. 앫 If you contin[...]

287 Controls in detail Driving systems You will see, for example, the following message in the multifunction display: 앫 At speeds above 60 mph (96 km/h) the off-road level 1 setting is canceled and the vehicle is lowered to the high- way level. You will see, for example, the following message in the multifunction display: 앫 Depending on the ADS[...]

288 Controls in detail Driving systems When the highway level is reached, the in - dicator lamps 3 ( 컄 page 281) goes out. The following message appears in the mul- tifunction display for 5 seconds: Parktronic system* The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid and designed to assist the driver during park ing maneuvers. It visually and au[...]

289 Controls in detail Driving systems The Parktronic system deactivates at vehicle speeds exceeding approximately 11 mph (18 km/h). At lower ve hicle speeds the Parktronic system turns on again. The Parktronic system also deactivates when you set the automatic transmission to position P or depress the parking brake pedal. The Parktronic system mon[...]

290 Controls in detail Driving systems Front sensors Rear sensors Minimum distance If the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning segments illuminate and you hear a warning signal. If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the system. Warning indicators Visual s[...]

291 Controls in detail Driving systems As your vehicle approaches an object, one or more distance segments will il luminate, depending on the distance. When the seventh red distance segment illumi nates, you have reached the minimum distance. 앫 Front area: An intermittent acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound as the first red[...]

292 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching off 왘 Press Parktronic switch 1 . Indicator lamp 2 comes on. Switching on 왘 Press Parktronic switch 1 once more. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. Parktronic system* malfunction If only the red distance segments illumi- nate and an acoustic warning sounds, there is a malfunction in the Parktronic system[...]

293 Controls in detail Driving systems Rear view camera* Wa r n i n g! G The rear view camera is only an aid and may display obstacles from a distorted perspec- tive or inaccurately, or may not display ob- stacles at all. The rear view camera does not relieve you of the responsibility to be cau- tious, take care and pay careful attenti on. The rear[...]

294 Controls in detail Driving systems The rear view camera is an optical parking aid. It shows you the area behind the vehi- cle in the COMAND system display when reverse gear R is engaged, for example during parallel parking . The rear view camera is located near the tailgate ha ndle. 1 Rear view camera Switching the rear view camera on and off ?[...]

295 Controls in detail Loading 왔 Loading Carrie rs* Roof rails Crossbars* The maximum roof load ( 컄 page 561) of any add-on roof equipment is reduced by the unladen weight of the crossbars (13.7 Ibs/6.2 kg). Four keys and an Allen wrench required for installing and removing are included with the crossbars. Wa r n i n g! G Only use carriers* whe[...]

296 Controls in detail Loading Installing the crossbars i Spare parts are available as Mercedes-Benz accessories. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Ligh t Truck Center. Wa r n i n g ! G Please follow these inst allation instructions carefully. Caution shou ld be exercised to avoid damage to the vehicle while installing the crossbars. Also, be c[...]

297 Controls in detail Loading Otherwise , the cros sbars ( 컄 page 298), mounted accessories and the objects at- tached to them could come loo se from the vehicle causing an accident, thereby injuring you and other persons and/or causing dam- age to property, including damage to your vehicle. Wa r n i n g! G A roof load creates a greater surface [...]

298 Controls in detail Loading 1 Key 2 Cover cap 3 Sticker FRONT (or REAR) 4 Screw fo r clamping cl aw 5 Clampin g claw The front and rear crossbars are of differ- ent lengths. Please pay close attention to stickers 3 FRONT and REAR on the cross- bars. 왘 Unlock cover cap 2 with key 1 . 왘 Remove cover cap 2 . Stick er 3 indicating the location, [...]

299 Controls in detail Loading 왘 Place rear crossbar 7 on roof rails a in such a way that the clamping claws reach into gaps 8 ( 컄 page 298) on the roof rails. 왘 Make sure clamping claw 5 lies flush against the inside of roof rail a as shown in the illustration ( 컄 page 298). If necessary, adjust clamping width of crossbars ( 컄 page 299).[...]

300 Controls in detail Loading 왘 Pull cover str ip c out of groove until you see screws b on each end of the crossbar. 왘 Turn screws b on both sides counter- clockwise approximately 2 rotations. 왘 Place the crossbar at designated loca- tions ( 컄 page 298) on roof rails. 왘 On both sides, make sure the clamping claws 5 lie flush against the[...]

301 Controls in detail Loading 왘 Attach add-on roof equipment to the crossbars. 왘 Place cover strip c flush ag ainst the add-on roof equipment, and mark the end of crossbar on cover strip. 왘 Cut off cover strip c at marked loca- tion. 왘 Press cover strip c piece by piece into groove of the crossbar. Loading instructions Load distribution i [...]

302 Controls in detail Loading The gross vehicle weight which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, pas- sengers and luggage/cargo must never exceed the load limit and Gross Vehicle Weight Rati ng (GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 page [...]

303 Controls in detail Loading Cargo compartment Four cargo tie-down rings are located in the cargo compartment. 1 Cargo tie-down ring Second s eat-row Two cargo tie-down rings are located in the footwell behind the driver’s and passenger seat. 1 Cargo tie-down ring Third seat-row Two cargo tie-down rings are located be- hind the third-row seat b[...]

304 Controls in detail Loading Hooks Two hooks are located on the rear com- partment trim panels, one on each side. 1 Hook Use the hooks to secure light weight items only. The maximum permissible weight per h o o k i s 9l b( 4k g ) . Expanding cargo compartment You can separately fold the left and right rear seat backrests to expand the cargo compa[...]

305 Controls in detail Loading Expanding ca rgo compar tment in pa rt Folding third-row se ats, e lectrically There are several ways to fold the third-row seats. Two buttons are located on the right side trim of the third-row seats. Example, button for the left third-row seat 1 Button for returning third-row seats to upright position 2 Button for f[...]

306 Controls in detail Loading 왘 Press and hold button 2 for each side until the third-row seats are fully fold- ed. If a third-row seat is not engaged properly, for example, the message 3rd Row Of Seats – Right Not Locked appears in the multif uncti on disp lay ( 컄 page 155). 왘 Press and hold button 2 again, until the message disappears. E[...]

307 Controls in detail Loading 1 Strap 2 Seat cushion 왘 Pull strap 1 in direction of arrow. 왘 Fold seat cushion 2 forwar d. 3 Lever 왘 Pull and hold lever 3 in direction of arrow at resistance point. The seat backrest folds down. 왘 Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrest. 164.boo Seite 307 Freit ag, 30. März 200[...]

308 Controls in detail Loading Folding third-row seats, electrically There are several ways to fold the third-row seats. Two buttons are located on the right side trim of the third-row seats. Example, butto n for the left third-ro w seat 1 Button for returning third-row seats to upright position 2 Button for folding the third-row seats Two buttons [...]

309 Controls in detail Loading Returning seats to their original position Step 1: 왘 Return third-row seats to its original position ( 컄 page 308). Step 2: 1 Seat backrest 2 Lever 왘 Pull and hold lever 2 in direction of arrow at resistance point. 왘 Fold seat backrest 1 rearward until it engages. 왘 Check for secure locking by pushing and pu[...]

310 Controls in detail Loading Cargo compartment co ver blind The cargo compartment cover blind can be installed behind the th ird-row seats or the second-row seats. Blind installed behind third-row seats 1 Handle 2 Mount Rolling ou t blind 왘 Pull blind on handle 1 across the car- go compartment. 왘 Guide blind into mounts 2 and re- lease. Rolli[...]

311 Controls in detail Loading 왘 Remove cover 3 by pulling its lower edge out of the side trim. 왘 Place left side of blind 2 ( 컄 page 311) in left mount. 왘 Position right side of blind 2 over right mount. 왘 Press release button 1 ( 컄 page 311) and guide cover 2 into mount. 왘 Make sure the cargo compartment cover blind is securely fast[...]

312 Controls in detail Loading Cargo net* Use of the cargo net is a particularly impor- tant safety factor when the vehicle is load- ed higher than the top of the seat backrests with smaller objects. For your safety, always use the cargo net when transporting cargo. The cargo net can be installed in two locations: 1 Holder in B-pillar 2 Holder in C[...]

313 Controls in detail Loading Installing the cargo net Cargo net bar hung up behind the B-pillar 1 Holder 2 Cargo net bar 왘 Hang cargo net bar 2 on holder 1 as indicated by the arrow. 왘 Push cargo net bar 2 forward into holder 1 in direction of arrow. Pulling the cargo net tight Belt hook attached in the second-row foot- well 1 Belt hook 2 Car[...]

314 Controls in detail Loading Removing and storing the cargo net 왘 Take cargo net bar 2 out of hold er 1 , see “Installing the cargo net” ( 컄 page 313). 왘 Press the red button on the uppe r and lower cargo net bar. 왘 Fold the cargo net. 왘 Roll up the cargo net. 왘 Close the hook and loop fasteners on the cargo net package. 164.boo S[...]

315 Controls in detail Useful fe atures 왔 Useful features Storage compartments Glove box/CD changer 1 Glove box lid release 2 Glove box lid Opening the glove box 왘 Pull lid release 1 in direction of arrow. Glove box lid 2 opens downward. Closing the glove box 왘 Push glove box lid 2 up to close. Releasing CD changer 1 Release button 2 AUX-sock[...]

316 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Closing CD changer 1 CD changer 왘 Gently push CD changer 1 up in direction of arrow until it engages. For information on CD changer operation, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in [...]

317 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Storage compartment in front center console 왘 Briefly press the front of the cover. The cover opens automatically. 왘 Briefly press the front of the cover. The cover opens automatically. Storage/tel ephone* com partment un- der front center armrest 1 Button to open storage/telephone* compartment i Dependin[...]

318 Controls in detail Useful f eatures 2 Storage/telephone* compartment 3 Coin h olde r Opening the storage/telephone* com- partment 왘 Pull button 1 and lift up armrest. The coin holders 3 are located in front of storage/telephone* compartment 2 . Rear storage compartments Depending on the vehicle configuration, your vehicle may be equipped with[...]

319 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Parcel nets Parcel net in fr ont passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger f ootwell. It is intend- ed for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. 1 Parcel net Parcel nets on front seat b ackrests A small convenience parcel net is located on each of the f[...]

320 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Cup holders Cup holder in front of armres t A cup holder and a card/ticket holder are located in the front center console. 1 Cup holder Cup holder in rear armrest (second-row seats) 1 Cup holder 왘 Pull the armrest down by its top. Wa r n i n g ! G In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupan[...]

321 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Cup holders in third-row side trim Cup holders are located in the side trims of the third-row seats. 1 Cup holder Removing and reinstalling cup holder The front cup holder can be remo ved for cleaning purposes. 1 Cup holder 2 Bridge with card, ticket holder 왘 Hold cup holder at its bridge 2 and pull out bri[...]

322 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Opening the ashtray 왘 Briefly touch cover plate 2 . The ashtray opens automatically. Removing ashtray insert 왘 Grip t he asht ray inse rt 1 on the sides and pull it out upwards. Reinstalling ashtray insert 왘 Install ashtray insert 1 . 왘 Close ashtray cover plate 2 . Rear center console ashtray (second[...]

323 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Cigaret te lighter Depending on vehicle configuration your vehicle is equipped with a cigarette lighter and an ashtray ( 컄 page 321) located in the front center console and an ashtray locat- ed in front of the second-row seats ( 컄 page 322). 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 1 Cigarette lighter ?[...]

324 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Power outlets Power outlets are located 앫 in the front center console ( 컄 page 324) 앫 in the front passenger footwell ( 컄 page 324) 앫 in the second-row footwell ( 컄 page 325) 앫 on the left-hand side of the cargo com- partment ( 컄 page 325) Power outlet in fr ont center console 1 Power outlet c[...]

325 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Power outlet in sec ond-row footwell 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). Power outlet in cargo compartment 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Flip up cov er and inse rt electr ical plug (cigarette lighter type). Floormat[...]

326 Controls in detail Useful f eatures 1 Retainer pin 2 Eyelet Removing 왘 Pull floormat off of retainer pins 1 . 왘 Remove the floormat. Installing 왘 Lay down the floormat in the respective footwell. 왘 Press the floormat eyelets 2 onto re- tainer pins 1 . Seat cover under third-row seats If something falls under the third-row seats, you can[...]

327 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Heated st eering w heel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. The stalk is on the lower left-hand side of the steering wheel. 1 Switching on 2 Indicator lamp 3 Switching off Switchin g on 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Turn switch at the tip of stalk in t[...]

328 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Telephone* Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele- phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside the vehicle if the y are con- nected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-[...]

329 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on features available for your mobile phone of choice. The contact plate for the mobile pho ne cradle is located in the front ce nter arm- rest. 왘 Open storage/telephone compartment ( 컄 page 317). 1 Cover for contact plate 왘 P[...]

330 Controls in detail Useful f eatures The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc- tion steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone’s display. You can place or receive phone calls[...]

331 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Installing a different mobile phone cra- dle Example illustration 1 Contact plat e 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle 왘 Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1 . 왘 Push mobile phone cradle 3 forward until it engages. Tele Aid Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance[...]

332 Controls in detail Useful f eatures 왘 To activate, press the SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button • or the Information button ¡ , depend- ing on the type of response required. System self-check Initially, after switching on the ignition, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the indicator lamps in the SOS button, the Roadside Assi[...]

333 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatical- ly following an accident in which the emer- gency tensioning devices (ETDs) or air bags deploy. An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the interior rear view mirror labeled SOS, then briefly pressing the button [...]

334 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button 왘 Briefly press on cover 1 . The cover opens. 왘 Press SOS button 2 briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded. 왘 Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center. 왘 Close cover 1 after the em[...]

335 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Roadside Assi stance button • The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover. 1 Roadside Assistance button • 왘 Open the storage compartment ( 컄 page 318). 왘 Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher wil[...]

336 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Information button ¡ The Information button ¡ is located below the center armrest cover. 1 Information button ¡ 왘 Open the storage compartment ( 컄 page 318). 왘 Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated. The button will flash while [...]

337 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Call priority If other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are active, an Emergency call is still possible. In this case, the Emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls. Remote door unlock In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. [...]

338 Controls in detail Useful f eatures As an alternative, you may unlock the vehi- cle via Internet using the ID and password sent to you shortly after the completion of your acquaintance call. The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature. Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was st[...]

339 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Interior rear view mir ror with integrated remote control 1 Indicator lamp 2 3 4 Signal transmitter button Needed for programming (not part of vehi- cle equipment): 5 Hand-held remote control of ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device 6 Hand-held remote control but- ton Programming the in tegrated[...]

340 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Step 2: 왘 If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release them only when indicator lamp [...]

341 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Step 7: 왘 To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Programming” portion (step[...]

342 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Step 4: 왘 Press and hold the signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ). Do not release this button until it has been successful- ly trained. 왘 While still holding down the signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ), “cycle” your hand-held remote control button 6 as follows: Press and hold button 6 for 2 [...]

343 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control, here are some helpful tips: 앫 Check the frequency of hand-held remote control 5 (typically located on the reverse side of the remote). The in- tegrated remote control is compatible with radio-frequency devices operating[...]

344 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Compass Calling up the compass 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the off-road menu appears in the multifunction display. The compass displays the direction into which the vehicle is currently trav- eling: N , NE , E , SE , S , SW , W , or NW . To make sure the display is correct, the compass must be [...]

345 Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartmen t Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 164.boo Seite 345 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

346 Operation In the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main- taining and caring for your vehicle. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously yo u treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later on. 앫 Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 m[...]

347 Operation Driving instructions 왔 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel Fuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and operating conditions. To save fuel you should: 앫 Keep tires at the recommended infla- tion pressures. 앫 Remove unnecessary loads. 앫 Remove carriers* when not in use. 앫 Remove the crossba[...]

348 Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Brakes Wa r n i n g ! G With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steerin g systems. In this case, it is important to ke ep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle. Wa r n i n g ! G After driving in heavy r[...]

349 Operation Driving instructions To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable to brake the vehicle with considerable force prior to parking. The heat generated serves to dry the brakes. If your brake system is normally only sub- jected to moderate loads, you should occa- sion[...]

350 Operation Driving instructions Parking b rake When driving on wet roads or dirt covered surfaces, road salt and/or dirt can get into the parking brake. To prevent corrosion and a reduction in the braking power of the parking brake, observe the following: 왘 From time to time, lightly engage the parking brake before driving off. 왘 Drive a dis[...]

351 Operation Driving instructions Tires Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approximately 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced. The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band acr[...]

352 Operation Driving instructions For more information, see “Tires and wheels” ( 컄 page 384). Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water l a yer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. Reduce vehicle speed, avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain. Tire traction The saf[...]

353 Operation Driving instructions Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to pre- vailing conditions. An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/ h). The factory equipped tires on your vehicle may have a tire [...]

354 Operation Driving instructions Road salts and chemicals can adversely af- fect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produce the normal brake effect. Depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt-strewn roads can bring road-salt-impaired braking efficiency back to normal. If the vehicle is [...]

355 Operation Driving instructions Standing water For more information, see “Driving through water” ( 컄 page 360). Off-road driving ! Do not drive through flooded areas or water of unknown depth. Before driving through water, determine its depth. Ne ver accelerate before driving into water. The bow wave could force wa- ter into the engine and[...]

356 Operation Driving instructions Read this chapter care fully before you be- gin off-road travel. Familiarize yourself with the vehicle char- acteristics and gear changing before you attempt any difficult terrain off-road driv- ing. We recommend that you start out with easy off-road travel. Special drivin g features for off- road driving The foll[...]

357 Operation Driving instructions Checklist before off- road driving Engine oil level 앫 Check the engine oil level with the oil dipstick ( 컄 page 3 80). Only with a proper oil level can the vehicle obtain a trouble-free oil supply, even on steep gradients. ! Observe the following during off-r oad driving: 앫 Keep doors, tailgate, windows, and[...]

358 Operation Driving instructions Tires 앫 Check the tread depth and maintain specified tire inflation pressure (a placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is l ocated on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 p age 388)). 앫 Check tires for possible damage and remove foreign objects. 앫 Replace missing valve caps. Rims 앫 Dented or b[...]

359 Operation Driving instructions 앫 Shift automatic transmission to position 1 ( 컄 page 197) . 앫 Drive slowly. 앫 Avoid excessive engine speeds – drive with moderate engine speeds (max. 3 000 rpm). 앫 Utilize the engine’s braking power when descending a slope, observe the engine speed (do not overrev the en- gine). Apply the service br[...]

360 Operation Driving instructions Driving d ownhill 앫 Drive slowly. 앫 Do not drive at an angle to the incline. Steer into the line of gravity and dri ve with the front wheels pointing straight downhill. Otherwise, the veh icle may slide sideways off the path and roll over. 앫 Shift autom atic transmission to position 1 ( 컄 page 197). 앫 On[...]

361 Operation Driving instructions 앫 Select the highest vehicle level possible ( 컄 page 279). 앫 Switch to off-road driving program ( 컄 page 277) or LOW RANG E mode* ( 컄 page 201) before driving through water. 앫 Shift automatic transmission to position 1 or 2 ( 컄 page 197). 앫 Avoid high engine speeds. 앫 Enter and leave the water on[...]

362 Operation Driving instructions When driving over tree stumps, big rocks and other obstacles, observe the following rules: 앫 Make sure the off-road driving program ( 컄 page 277) or if equipped the LOW RANGE mode* ( 컄 page 201) is switched on. 앫 Avoid high engine speeds. 앫 Shift autom atic transmission to position 1 ( 컄 page 197). 앫[...]

363 Operation Driving instructions 앫 Avoid high engine speeds. 앫 Shift automatic transmission to position 1 ( 컄 page 197) . 앫 Drive next to the ruts rather than through them if at all possible. 앫 If the ruts are too deep to drive in, drive with one side of the vehicle on the grassy center strip if the route permits. Returning from off-roa[...]

364 Operation Driving instructions 앫 Clean the front and rear li cense plate. 앫 Remove excessive dirt from tires, wheels, wheel housings, and under- body. For instance, after driving in mud, clean the radiator, chassis, engine, brakes, and wheels from extreme dirt using a strong jet of water. 앫 Check tires for possible damage. 앫 Inspect veh[...]

365 Operation Driving instructions Electrical connecti ons The vehicle is prewired to accept the seven-wire harness included in the Mercedes-Benz approved trailer hitch receiver kit. For further information, contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings G ross V ehicle W eight R ating (GVWR) is th[...]

366 Operation Driving instructions Checking weights of vehicle and trailer 앫 To assure that the tow vehic le and trail- er are in compliance with the maximum permissible weight limits have the l oad- ed rig (tow vehicle including driv er, pas- sengers and cargo, trailer fully loaded) weighed on a commercial scale. 앫 Check the vehicle’s front [...]

367 Operation Driving instructions 왘 Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P ( 컄 page 191). 왘 Set the parking brake for the vehicle ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 56). 왘 Set the vehicle level to Highway ( 컄 page 279). 왘 Vehicle with ADS*: Set the AD S* to AUTO or COMFORT ( 컄 page 278). 왘 Turn off the engine[...]

368 Operation Driving instructions 앫 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shifts while driving. 앫 When towing a trailer, check occasion- ally to make sure the load is secure, and that lighting and trailer brakes (if so equipped) are functioning properly. 앫 Take into consideration that when tow- ing a trailer, the handling charac[...]

369 Operation Driving instructions Uncoupling the trailer 왘 Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P ( 컄 page 191). 왘 Set the parking brake for the vehicle ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 56). 왘 Close all doors and the tailgate. 왘 Set the parking brake for the trailer. 왘 Disconnect all electrical plug connec- tor[...]

370 Operation Driving instructions Passenger compar tment Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the i ndex of your Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center directory, you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light [...]

371 Operation Driving instructions Telephones and two-way radios Radio transmitters, such as a portable telephone or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle i f they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external ante[...]

372 Operation Driving instructions Emission control Certain engine systems serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law. These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly ac- cording to factory specifications. Any ad- justments on the engine should, therefore, be carr[...]

373 Operation Driving instructions Wa r n i n g! G 앫 Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids, which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned. 앫 Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the eng ine i[...]

374 Operation At the gas station Refueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* automatically locks/unlocks the fuel filler flap. 1 Fuel filler flap 2 Fuel filler cap 왘 Turn off the engine. 왘 Vehicles with SmartKey[...]

375 Operation At the gas station 왘 Briefly push on fuel filler flap 1 at the position indicated by the arrow. Fuel filler flap 1 opens slightly. 왘 Open fuel filler flap 1 completely. 왘 Turn fuel filler cap 2 counterclock- wise and hold on to it until possi ble pressure is released. 왘 Take off fuel filler cap 2 . 왘 Set fuel filler cap 2 on[...]

376 Operation At the gas station Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is of- fered in the winter months. Check with your fuel retailer. Check regularly and before a long trip 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 378). Example illustration GL 450 (GL 320 CDI, GL 550 similar) 1 [...]

377 Operation At the gas station Brake fluid Coolant For normal replenishing, use water (pota- ble water quality). For more information, see “Coolant level” ( 컄 page 381) and see “Fuels, coolants, lu- bricants” ( 컄 page 562). Windshield/rear window washer system and head lamp cleani ng system* For more information on refilling the wash-[...]

378 Operation Engine compartment Hood Opening Wa r n i n g ! G Do not pull the release lever while the veh i- cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come lo ose and injure you and /or others. Wa r n i n g ! G If you see flames or s moke coming from the engine compartme nt, or if t[...]

379 Operation Engine compartment The hood lock release lever is located in the driver’s footwell. 1 Release lever 왘 Pull release lever 1 downwards. The hood is unlocked. Handle 2 pr o- trudes slightly from the radiator grille. If not, lift the hood slightly. 2 Handle for opening the hood 왘 Press and hold hand le 2 . The hood is unlocked. 왘 [...]

380 Operation Engine compartment Engine oil The amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Increased oil consumption can occur when 앫 the vehicle is new 앫 the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break-in period.[...]

381 Operation Engine compartment Adding engine oil Example illustration GL 450 (GL 320 CDI, GL 550 similar) 1 Filler cap 왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. 왘 Add engine oil as required. Never over- fill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water. 왘 Screw f[...]

382 Operation Engine compartment The coolant expansion tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compart- ment. 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Indicator wall 4 Coolant level 왘 Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approx- imately one half turn counterclockwise to release any excess pressure. 왘 Continue turning cap 1 counterclock- wise and[...]

383 Operation Engine compartment Windshield/rear window washer system a nd headlamp cleanin g system* The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Cap for windshield washer reservoir Fluid for the windshield/rear window washer system and the headlamp cleaning system* is supplied fr om the windshield washer reservoir. It h[...]

384 Operation Tires and wheels Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on test- ed and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. Important guidelines 앫 Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. 앫 Tires must be of th[...]

385 Operation Tires and wheels Tire care and maintenance Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa- tion on checking tire inflation pressure, see “Recommended tire inflation pres- sure” ( 컄 page 393). Tire inspection Every time you check your tire inflation pressure, you should also i nspect your tir[...]

386 Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 1 / 8 in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are requi red by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of appr[...]

387 Operation Tires and wheels Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantag- es, such as better hydroplaning perfor- mance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire. Loading the vehicle Two labe[...]

388 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to loading your vehicle. Tire and Loadin g Information Tire and Loading Information placard 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Th[...]

389 Operation Tires and wheels Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observe front and rear seating capacity. The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 page 388). 1 Seating capacity info[...]

390 Operation Tires and wheels Step 4 왘 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400-750 (5 x150) = 650 lbs). Step 5 왘 [...]

391 Operation Tires and wheels The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available. For more information, see “Trailer tongue load” ( 컄 page 392). Example Combined weight limit of occu- pants and cargo from placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configura- tion Occupants weight Co[...]

392 Operation Tires and wheels Certification label Even after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue load (if appl icable) ( 컄 page 392) as to not exceed the permis- sible load limit, you must make sure that your vehicle never exceeds the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle We[...]

393 Operation Tires and wheels Recommended tire inflation pressure Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 p age 388). The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be ad- justed on cold tires. The tires can be con- sidered cold if the vehicle has[...]

394 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures The Tire and Loading Information placard lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes o[...]

395 Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressure changes by approxi- mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure where the temperature is different from the outside temperature. Checking tire inflation pressure Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at lea[...]

396 Operation Tires and wheels 왘 Install the valve cap. 왘 Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheel’s rota- tional speed. This allows the system to de- tect a significant loss of pressure in [...]

397 Operation Tires and wheels Restarting the Run Flat Indicator The Run flat indicator must be restarted in the following situations: 앫 If you have changed the tire inflation pressure 앫 If you have replaced the wheels or tires 앫 If you have installed new wheels or tires 왘 Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s doo[...]

398 Operation Tires and wheels If you wish to confirm activation: 왘 Press button æ . The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Run Flat Indicator Restarted After a certain “learning phase”, the Run Flat Indicator checks the set pressure val- ues for all four tires. If you wish to cancel activation: 왘 Press button ç .[...]

399 Operation Tires and wheels Wa r n i n g! G The TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pressure according to the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pilla r or, if available, the supplemental tire infl ation pressure infor- mation on the inside of the fuel[...]

400 Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressure warnings If the system detects a significant loss of tire inflation pressure in one or more than one tire, a message appears in the multi- function display. Example illustration In addition, a warning signal sounds. Restarting the TPMS The TPMS must be restarted when you have adjusted the tire [...]

401 Operation Tires and wheels 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul- tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display menu ap- pears in the multifunction display ( 컄 page 155). 왘 Press button j or k repeatedl y until you see the following message: Tire Pressure Monitor Active Menu: R-But[...]

402 Operation Tires and wheels 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel until the current inflation pressures for each tire appear in the multifunction display. i Possible differences between the readi ngs of a tire pressure gauge of an air hose, e.g. gas station equipm ent, and the vehi[...]

403 Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressu re warnings If the system detects a significant loss of tire inflation pressure in one or more than one tire, a message appears in the multi- function display. Example illustration The respective tire is indicated by a red rectrangle. In addi tion, a warning signal sounds. Wa r n i n g! G Each ti[...]

404 Operation Tires and wheels Restarting Advanced TPMS* The TPMS usually recognizes new refer- ence values automatically, for example when you have 앫 adjusted the tire inflation pressure 앫 changed wheels or tires 앫 mounted new wheels or tires If you want to set new reference values manually: 왘 Using the Tire and Loading Information placard[...]

405 Operation Tires and wheels 왘 Press button æ . The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Tire Pressure Monitor Restarted After a few minutes driving, the current tire inflation pressure values are ac- cepted as reference values and then monitored. If you wish to cancel activation: 왘 Press button ç . Potential problems[...]

406 Operation Tires and wheels Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire. Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle’s tires: 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards ( 컄 page 413) 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( 컄 page 410) 3 Maximum tire [...]

407 Operation Tires and wheels General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire based on European design standard s. Letter “P” preceding the size designat[...]

408 Operation Tires and wheels For additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” ( 컄 page 410). Tire speed rating The tire speed rating 6 ( 컄 page 406) indicates the approved maximum speed for the tire. Summer tires Wa r n i n g ! G The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR ( 컄 page 416) of your[...]

409 Operation Tires and wheels 앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the size designation (for exam- ple: 245/40 ZR18). To determine the maximum speed capability of the tire, the service description for the tire must be referred to. The service description is com[...]

410 Operation Tires and wheels Load identification 1 Load identific ation In addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designat- ing the tire speed rating ( 컄 page 406). No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a standard load (SL) tir[...]

411 Operation Tires and wheels 1 DOT 2 Manufacturer’s identification mark 3 Tire size 4 Tire type code (at the option of the tire manufacturer) 5 Date of manufacture DOT (D epartment o f T ransportation) A tire branding sym bol 1 ( 컄 page 411) which denotes the tire meets require- ments of the U.S. Department of Transpor- tation. Manufacturer?[...]

412 Operation Tires and wheels Maximum tire load 1 Maximum tire load rating The maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support. For more information on tire load rating ( 컄 page 407). For information on calculating total and cargo load capacities ( 컄 page 389). Maximum tire inflation pressure 1 Maximum permissible tir[...]

413 Operation Tires and wheels Always follow the recommended tire inflation pressure ( 컄 page 393) for proper tire inflation. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand ards (U.S. vehicles) Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. 1 Treadwear 2 Traction 3 Temperatur[...]

414 Operation Tires and wheels Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rat- ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 / 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative per[...]

415 Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply material 1 Plies in sidewall 2 Plies under tread This marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power s[...]

416 Operation Tires and wheels Bar Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per sq uare inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been s[...]

417 Operation Tires and wheels Maximum load rating The maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, total load limit an d production options weight. Maximum tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ev er be [...]

418 Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply composition a nd material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sid ewall. Tire manufac- turers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. Tire speed rating Part of ti[...]

419 Operation Tires and wheels In some cases, such as when your vehicle is equipped with mixed-size tires (different tire dimension front vs. rear), tire rotation is not possible. If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configu- ration, tires can be rotated according to the tire manufacturer’s recommended in- tervals in the tire ma nufacturer’s [...]

420 Operation Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. This service includes: 앫 Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. 앫 Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Add MB Concentrate “MB SummerFit?[...]

421 Operation Winter driving Snow cha ins Snow chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). Rem ove chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow. Please observe the following guidelines when using snow chains: 앫 Use of snow chains is not permissible with all wheel/tire combinations [...]

422 Operation Maintenanc e We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the mai ntenance service indicator display. Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator mes- sage will notify you wh[...]

423 Operation Maintenance Clearing the maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator mes- sage is automatically cleared 앫 after approximatel y 10 seconds when you switch on the ignition or when reaching the maintenance service threshold while driving 앫 after approximatel y 30 seconds, once the suggested maintenance ser[...]

424 Operation Maintenanc e Calling up the maintenance servi ce indicator display You can call up the maintenance service in- dicator display at any time to check when the next maintenance service is due. 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul- tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display a[...]

425 Operation Vehicle care 왔 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. The best way to protect your vehicle fro m harmful environmental influences is to wash it and use protective treatments regularly. While in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to v[...]

426 Operation Vehicle care Your vehicle has been treated at the facto- ry with a wax-base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle. Post-pro duction treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process a[...]

427 Operation Vehicle care Do not apply any of these products or wax if your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot. 왘 Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint damage (i.e. chips from stones, vehicle doors, etc.). Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to [...]

428 Operation Vehicle care Automatic car wash You can have your car washed in an auto- matic car wash from the start. Automatic car washes without brushes are prefera- ble. 왘 To protect the filter system, swi t ch the climate control system ( 컄 page 216) or the automatic climate control system* ( 컄 page 230) to air r ecirculation mode. If the[...]

429 Operation Vehicle care 왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N . 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 If engaged, release the parking brake ( 컄 page 59). 왘 Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch. Ornamental moldings For regular cleaning and care of or[...]

430 Operation Vehicle care Cleaning the Distronic * system sensor cover 1 Distronic* system sensor cover 왘 Switch off the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water and a non-scratching cloth to clean sensor cover 1 . 왘 Restart the engine after cleaning sen- sor[...]

431 Operation Vehicle care Cleaning the Rear View Camera lens* 1 Camera lens 왘 Only use clean water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean the camera lens 1 . Be careful n ot to apply wax to camera lens 1 when waxing the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. Cleaning the window[...]

432 Operation Vehicle care 왘 Use a soft, clean cl oth and a mild win- dow cleaning solution on all outside and inside glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recom- mended. Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. 왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water for cleaning the l[...]

433 Operation Vehicle care Hard plastic trim items 왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Steering wheel 왘 Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor- oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets 왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the car- [...]

434 Operation Vehicle care Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or w earing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently dis- colored. By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented. Leather upholste ry* Please not that le[...]

435 Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses 164.boo Seite 435 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54[...]

436 Practical hints What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If any of the following lamps in the instru- ment cluster fails to come on during the bulb self-check when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. Problem Possible cause/conseq uence Suggested solution - The yellow A[...]

437 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conse- quence Suggested solu tion - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The self-diagnosis has not yet been completed yet. The display will clear after driving a short distance at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h). ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) The r[...]

438 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conse- quence Suggested solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) - v The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving. In addition, the yellow ABS mal- function indicator lamp, and the yellow ESP ® warning lamp come on and an acoustic warn- ing sounds. The Electronic Brake Propor- tioning [...]

439 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ? (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunc- tion indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is a malfunction in: 앫 The fuel management system 앫 The ignition system 앫 The emission control system 앫 Systems which affect emissions Such mal[...]

440 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conse- quence Suggested solution ? (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system. The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky. 왘 Check the fuel cap ( ?[...]

441 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggeste d solution v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ESP ® has been s witched off with the ESP ® switch or has switched off due to a malfunction. Risk of accident! Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail- ing road, weather, and t[...]

442 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution < The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts before driving off. 왘 Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whether the seat bel[...]

443 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution < During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you addition - ally hear an intermittent warning chime with increasing intensity. The vehicle’s speed once exceeded 15 mph (25 km/h) and you and/or your front pas- senger have forgotten to fasten [...]

444 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution H USA only: Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS illuminates continuously. Canada only: Low tire pressure telltale for the Advanced TPMS* illuminates continuously. The TPMS (USA only) or Advanced TPMS* (Canada only) detects a [...]

445 Practical hints What to do if … Wa r n i n g! G Each tire, including th e spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by t he vehic le manufac turer o n the Tire and Lo ading Informat ion placar d on the driver’s door B-Pillar or, if available, the tire inflation pressure lab[...]

446 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution The yellow fuel tank reserve warn- ing lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while driving. The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. 왘 Refuel at the next gas station ( 컄 page 374). 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is a malfunc[...]

447 Practical hints What to do if … Lamp in center console Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solu tion 59 The front passenger front air bag off indica- tor lamp illuminates and remains illuminat- ed with the weight of a typical adult or some- one larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat. The system is malfunctioning. [...]

448 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution 59 The front passenger front air bag off indica- tor lamp does not illu- minate and/or does not remain illuminated with the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less on the front passenger seat. The system is malfunction- i[...]

449 Practical hints What to do if … Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Warning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction display located in the instrument cluster. Certain warning and malfunction messag- es are accompanied by an audibl e signal. Address these messages accordingly and follow the additional instructions[...]

450 Practical hints What to do if … On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may appear in the multifunction display. For your convenience the messages are divided into two sections: 앫 Text messages ( 컄 page 451) 앫 Symbol messages ( 컄 page 466) Wa r n i n g ! G No me[...]

451 Practical hints What to do if … Text messages Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The ABS and the ESP ® have been switched off due to a malfunction. The BAS is also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS avail- able. 왘 Contin[...]

452 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on ABS Unavailable See Operator’s Manual The self-diagnosis has not yet been completed yet. The display will clear after driving a short distance at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h). Cruise Control And SPEEDTRONIC Inoperative The cruise contr[...]

453 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC – –– MPH You have attempted to set a speed while driving below 20 mph (30 km/h). 왘 Accelerate to a speed exceeding 20 mph (30 km/h) and set the speed ( 컄 page 260). The ESP ® is switched off. 왘 Switch on the ESP ® ( 컄 page 10[...]

454 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Available Again Distronic* had been deactivated and is available again. 왘 Activate Distronic* ( 컄 page 266). Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic* is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external interf[...]

455 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic* is deactivated bec ause 앫 the Distronic* cover in the radiator grille is dirty 앫 the functionality is impaired by heavy precipitation or fog 왘 Clean the Distronic* cover in the r[...]

456 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Depress brake to shift out of P. You have tried to shift the autom atic transmission into position D , R or N using the gear selector lever without depressing the brake pedal. 왘 Depress the brak e pedal. Door Open Vehicle Not In Park You have opened[...]

457 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp v comes on. The ESP ® has detected a malfunc- tion and switched off. The ABS may still be operational. 왘 Continue driving with added caution. 왘 Have the system ch[...]

458 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Manual The ESP ® was deactivated because of insufficient power supply. The charging voltage has fallen belo w 10 volts. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP ® available. When the voltage[...]

459 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Shift to P or N to start engine. You have attempted to start the engine with the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop butt on while the auto- matic transmission was set to position R or D . 왘 Set the automatic tran smission to position P or N . Make sure the br[...]

460 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual Front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front passeng[...]

461 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/conse- quence Possible solution Monitor the 59 indicator lamp on the center console ( 컄 page 85) and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster ( 컄 page 26) for the following: With the seat unoccupied and the ignition turned on, 앫 the 59 indicator lamp on the center[...]

462 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/conse- quence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual Front passenger front air bag is deactivated while drivi ng even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces acting on the seat may m[...]

463 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/conse- quence Possible solution Monitor the 59 indicator lamp on the center console ( 컄 page 85) and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster ( 컄 page 26) for the following: With the seat unoccupied and the ignition turned on, 앫 the 59 indicator lamp on the center[...]

464 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Check tires, then restart Run Flat Indicator. There was a warning message about a loss in the tire inflation pressure and the Run Flat Indicator has not been restarted yet. 왘 Make sure that the correct ti re inflation pressure is set for each tire. [...]

465 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative The TPMS or Advanced TPMS* is malfunctioning. 왘 Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truc k Center. Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative No Wheel Sensors There are wheels withou[...]

466 Practical hints What to do if … Symbo l message s Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ò Replace air filter. The air filter is clogged. 왘 Have the air filter checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. # The battery is no longer charging. Possible causes: 앫 alternator malfunctioning ?[...]

467 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display mes s age Possible cause/consequence Possible solution # Battery / Alter nator Stop Vehicle The battery is defective. 왘 Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. 왘 Apply the parking brake ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Do not continue to drive. 왘 Contact an authori[...]

468 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible s olution ; (USA only) ! (Canada only) Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake set. 왘 Release the parking brake ( 컄 page 59) . ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) EBV, ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The EBP, the A[...]

469 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/conseque nce Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. 왘 Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon at i s safe to do so. 왘 Apply the parking b rake ( 컄 page[...]

470 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display mess age Possib le cause/consequence Possible s olution Ï Coolant Level Stop car, switch engine off. The coolant is too hot. Among other possible causes (the cooling fan could be malfunctioning), the poly-V-belt could be broken. 왘 Stop the vehicle in safe location or as soon as it safe[...]

471 Practical hints What to do if … During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem- perature may rise close to 248°F (120°C). Display symbol Display message Possible cause/conseque nce Possible solution 왘 Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display ( 컄 page 162). If the temperature raises a[...]

472 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible s olution B Top Up Coolant See Operator’s Manual The coolant level is too low. 왘 Add coolant ( 컄 page 381). 왘 If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked by an authorized Mercedes -Benz Light Truck Center. Wa r[...]

473 Practical hints What to do if … When the message Check engine oil level at next refueling. appears while the engine is running and at operating tem- perature, the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level. When this occurs, the warning will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oil level drops further. Vis[...]

474 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible s olution c You are driving with one or more doors open. 왘 Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. 왘 Close the door(s). ] Clean Fuel Filter 왘 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. A Gas Cap [...]

475 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display mes s age Possible cause/consequence Possible solution F Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not detected while the engine is running because 앫 the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehicle 앫 there is strong radio-frequency interference 왘 Stop the vehicle in a sa[...]

476 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possib le cause/consequence Possible solution F Key Detected In Vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* left in the vehicle w as detecte d while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside. 왘 Take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* out of the vehicle. Remove Key You have forgotten to rem[...]

477 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/conseque nce Possible solution . 3rd Brake Lamp The high mounted brake lamp is malfunctioning. This message will only appear if a critical num- ber of LEDs have stopped work- ing. 왘 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as poss ible. Activ[...]

478 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible s olution . Cornering Lamp Left The left corner-illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( 컄 page 510). Cornering Lamp Right The right corner-illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Rep[...]

479 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display mes s age Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . License Plate Lamp Left The left license plate lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( 컄 page 514). License Plate Lamp Right The right license plate lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon a[...]

480 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possib le cause/consequence Possible solution . Marker Lamp Front Left The left front side marker lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( 컄 page 510). Marker Lamp Front Right The right front side marker lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as s[...]

481 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/conseque nce Possible solution . Switch Off Lights You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch and opened the driver’s door or removed the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the vehicle and left the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp on. 왘 Turn the exterio[...]

482 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible s olution . Turn Signal Rear Left The left rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( 컄 page 511). Turn Signal Rear Right The right rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioni[...]

483 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Poss ible cause/consequence Possible solution 4 Reserve Fuel The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. 왘 Refuel at the next gas station ( 컄 page 374). Ultra Low-sulfur Diesel Fuel Only Vehicles with diesel engine only: The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. 왘 [...]

484 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Tire Pressure(s) Please Correct Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: The pressure is too low in one or more tires. 왘 Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required. Tire Pressure Caution - Tire Defect One or more tires are deflating[...]

485 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Tire Pressure Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum val ue. 왘 Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoid- ing abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. 왘 Check and adjust tire pressure as r[...]

486 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible caus e/consequence Possible solution n Level Selection Not Permitted The selected vehicle level cannot adjust- ed, because 앫 you are driving too fast for the desired vehicle level 앫 you are towing a trailer 앫 you are using accessories that are connected to the trail[...]

487 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution n Rising Max. 20 MPH The vehicle is adjusting to off-road level 3*. 왘 Do not drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h). Max. 20 MPH You are driving while using off-road level 3*. The message reminds you of the maximum speed at which you may [...]

488 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution k Locking System Inoperativ e Service Required The differential locks* are malfunctioning. 왘 Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). 왘 Have the vehicle checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Diff. Lock Syste[...]

489 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution m Service Required If parked engage pk. brake. The LOW RANGE system* is malfunctioning. 왘 Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). 왘 Engage the parking brake if parked. 왘 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as[...]

490 Practical hints Where will I find ...? First aid kit The first aid kit is located on the driver’s side in the cargo compartment behind the cover. 1 Lock 2 Cover in left side trim panel 왘 Turn lock 1 90° in direction of arrow. 왘 Fold down cover 2 . The first aid kit c an be removed. Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is stored under th[...]

491 Practical hints Where will I find ...? 3 Securing hook 왘 Release securing hook 3 (locate d be- low the floor handle) from holder. 3 Securing hook 4 Cargo compartment floor, raised 5 Upper cargo compartment lip 왘 Engage securing hook 3 on upper cargo compartment lip 5 . You can now access the vehicle tool kit. To remove the vehicle tool kit [...]

492 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Example illustration 1 6 Alignment bolt 7 Towing eye bolt 8 Wheel wrench 9 Hook and loop fastener a Vehicle jack 2 b Wheel bolts c Collapsible wheel chock d Fuse cha rt e Vehicle tool kit storage well casing 왘 To remove vehicle jack a , loosen hook and loop fastener 9 . Vehicle jack The vehicle jack is l[...]

493 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Screw-type vehi cle jack Storage posit ion 왘 Turn crank handle in the direction of arrow as far as it will go. Operational position 왘 Turn crank handle clockwise. Before storing the vehicle jack in its stor- age compartment: 앫 The vehicle jack should be fully collapsed. 앫 The handle must be folded [...]

494 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Setting up the collapsible wheel c hock The collapsible wheel chock serves to ad- ditionally secure the vehicle, e.g. while changing the wheel. 1 Tilt the plate upward 2 Fold the l ower plate outward 3 Insert the plate 왘 Tilt both plates upward 1 . 왘 Fold the lower plate outward 2 . 왘 Guide the tabs [...]

495 Practical hints Where will I find ...? The Minispare wheel is located under neath the cargo compartment floor ( 컄 page 490). Removing Minispare wheel 왘 Remove the jack from the vehicle tool kit ( 컄 page 492). 1 Minispare wheel 2 Retaining screw 3 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing 왘 Loosen retaining screw 2 by turning it counterclockw[...]

496 Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlockin g the veh icle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open the driver’s door using the mechanical key. Removing the mechanical key 1 Mechanical key locking tab 2 Mechanical key 왘 Move locking tab 1 in direction of arrow. The mechanical key 2 comes out. ?[...]

497 Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, lock the vehi- cle carrying out the following steps. 왘 Close the front passenger door, the rear right door and the tailgate. 왘 Open the driver’s door and the rear left door. 왘 Press the central locking s[...]

498 Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency 왘 Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1 ( 컄 page 497). 왘 Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by 90° in direction of arrow. 왘 Remove cover 2 ( 컄 page 497). 3 Fuel filler flap release 왘 Pull red fuel filler flap release 3 in direction of arrow. The fuel filler flap [...]

499 Practical hints Resetting activated head restraints 왔 Resetting activated head restraints If the active head restraints have been trig- gered in a rear-end collision, the active head restraints must be reset. Otherwise, the active head restraints cannot offer any additional protection in the event of anoth- er rear-end collision. You can tell[...]

500 Practical hints Resetting activated head restraints 왘 Repeat this procedure on the active head restraint for the second front seat. For information on active head restraints, see “Active head restraint” ( 컄 page 90). For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seats” ( 컄 page 45). Vehicles with Rear seat entertainment sys[...]

501 Practical hints Resetting activated head restraints 왘 Firmly press the active head restraint cushion backward towards the head restraint cover in direction of arrow until it engages. 왘 Repeat this procedure on the active head restra int for the second fr ont seat. 왘 After resetting the active head restraints store reset tool 1 in the Merc[...]

502 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries If the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are dis- charged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries re plac ed at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if dis[...]

503 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries 3 Batteries 4 Contact spring 왘 Pull out batteries 3 . 왘 Using a line-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. 왘 Return battery compartment 2 in to housing until it locks into place. 왘 Slide mechanical key 1 back into the SmartKe[...]

504 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Bulbs Safe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there- fore essential that all bulbs and lamp as- semblies are in good working order at all times. Correct headlamp adju stment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb h[...]

505 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps Rear lamps Lamp Type 1 Parking and stan ding lamp W5W 2 Headlamps: High beam/high beam flasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamps*: High beam/high beam flasher spot lamp H7 (55 W) 3 Headlamps: Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamps*: Low beam 1 1 Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Do not re- place the Bi-Xen[...]

506 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specif ied watt rati ng. 앫 Switch lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits. 앫 Always use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. 앫 Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. 앫 If the newly [...]

507 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for fr ont lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( 컄 page 143). 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 378). 1 Housing cover for low beam halogen headlamp 2 Housing cover for high beam halogen bulb (high beam and [...]

508 Practical hints Replacing bulbs 왘 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise. 왘 Remove cover 1 . 왘 Turn bulb socke t 2 counterclock wise. 왘 Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlamp housing. 왘 Pull the low beam bulb out of bulb socket 2 . 왘 Insert the new low beam bulb into bulb socket 2 . 왘 Insert bulb socket 2 into the headlamp housing. 왘 Tur[...]

509 Practical hints Replacing bulbs 왘 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise. 왘 Remove cover 1 . 왘 Turn bulb socket 2 counterclockwise. 왘 Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlamp housing. 왘 Pull the high beam bulb out of bulb socket 2 . 왘 Insert the new high beam bulb into bulb socket 2 . 왘 Insert bulb socket 2 into the headlamp housing. 왘 Tur[...]

510 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Side marker lamp bulb 왘 Turn bulb socket 5 ( 컄 page 507) counterclockwise. 왘 Pull bulb socket 5 out of the headlamp housing. 왘 Pull the side marker bulb out of bulb socket 5 . 왘 Insert the new side marker bulb into bulb socket 5 . 왘 Insert bulb socket 5 into the headlamp housing. 왘 Turn bulb socket [...]

511 Practical hints Replacing bulbs 4 Bulb socket of front fog lamp bulb 왘 Turn bulb socket 4 counterclockwise. 왘 Pull bulb socket 4 out of the housing. 왘 Pull the front fog lamp bulb out of bulb socket 4 . 왘 Insert the new front fog lamp bulb into bulb socket 4 . 왘 Insert bulb socket 4 into the housing. 왘 Turn bulb socket 4 clockwise u[...]

512 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Opening the side trim panels Opening the driver’s side trim panel: 1 Lock 2 Cover in left side trim panel 왘 Turn lock 1 90° in direction of arrow. 왘 Fold down cover 2 . 1 Lock 2 Storage compartment 왘 Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1 . 왘 Turn lock 1 counterc lockwise by 90[...]

513 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs 1 Bulb socket 2 Clamp 왘 Press and hold clamps 2 . 왘 Pull bulb socket 1 outwards. Bulb socke t 1 Backup lamp 2 Tail lamp, brake lamp, parking and standing lamp 3 Tail lamp, brake lamp, parking and standing lamp, side marker lamp 4 Turn signal lamp 5 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) 왘 Depe[...]

514 Practical hints Replacing bulbs License plate lamp 1 License plate lamp cover 2 Screws 왘 Loosen screws 2 . 왘 Remove license plate lamp cover 1 . 왘 Replace the tubular bulb. 왘 Reinstall license plate lamp cover 1 . 왘 Retighten screws 2 . Adjusting he adlamp aim V Vertical centerline H Headlamp mounting heig ht, measured from the center[...]

515 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Example illustration headlamp, driver’s side 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 3 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 왘 Always turn adjustment screws 2 and 3 simultaneously for vertical ad- justment until the he adlamp is adjust- ed as shown 1 ( 컄 page 514). Turn clockwise for upward movement and countercl[...]

516 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Front wipe r blades Removing 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: 왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ( 컄 page 44). 왘 Fold the wiper arms forward until they engage. 1 Wiper blade 2 Cover 3 Attachment 4 Tab 5 Removing 왘 Press tabs 4 t[...]

517 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Installing 1 Installing 2 Tab 3 Attachment 4 Guide tab 5 Cover 왘 Slide the wiper blade into attachment 3 in direction of arrow 1 . 왘 Make sure guide tab 4 will be placed under cover 5 when fully inserting the wiper blade into attachment. 왘 Let tab 2 latch into both recesses of attachment 3 . 왘 Chec[...]

518 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Removing 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS- GO*: 왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ( 컄 page 44). 왘 Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear window until it engages. 1 Wiper arm 2 Wiper blade 왘 Turn wiper blade 2 to form a right angle with[...]

519 Practical hints Flat tire 왔 Flat tire Preparing th e vehicle 왘 Make sure the vehicle level is set to highway ( 컄 page 279). 왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when possible. 왘 Turn on the hazard warning flasher ( 컄 page 149). 왘 Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in a[...]

520 Practical hints Flat tire Mounting the spare wh eel Preparing the vehicle 왘 Prepare the vehicle as described ( 컄 page 519). 왘 Take the wheel wrench, the coll apsible wheel chock, and the vehicle jack out of the cargo compartment ( 컄 page 490). 왘 Take the Minispare wheel out of the cargo compartment ( 컄 page 495). Lifting the vehicle[...]

521 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects. One collapsible wheel chock is includ- ed with the vehicle tool kit ( 컄 page 490). For information on set- ting up the collapsible wheel chock, see ( 컄 page 494). Changing wheel on a level surface Changing rear[...]

522 Practical hints Flat tire Changing wheel on a slight incline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a slight incline, place the wheel chock and another sizeable object as foll ows: Changing wheel on passenger side (Example illustration) 왘 Place wheel chock (or an[...]

523 Practical hints Flat tire Depending on production date, your vehi- cle may be equipped with either a screw-type vehicle jack or a scissors-type jack, see “Vehicle jack” ( 컄 page 492). Screw-type jack 2 Take-up bracket 3 Jack 4 Crank Scissors-type jack 2 Take-up bracket 3 Jack 4 Ratchet 왘 Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Attach reversib[...]

524 Practical hints Flat tire Screw-type jack (example illustration) Scissors-type jack (example illustration) 왘 Vehicles with sc rew-type jack: Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. 왘 Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Turn ratchet 4 up and down until jack 3 is fully [...]

525 Practical hints Flat tire Mounting the new wheel 1 Wheel bolt for 18", 19", 20" and 21" light alloy wheels 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel (locat- ed in vehicle tool kit ( 컄 page 490)) 왘 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub. 왘 Guide spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on the wheel hub. 왘 Insert [...]

526 Practical hints Flat tire Lowering the vehicle 왘 Vehicles with sci ssors-type jack: Attach ratchet to vehicle jack in such a way that the word DOWN can be seen. 왘 Lower the vehicle until its resting fully on its own weight. 왘 Vehicles with screw-type jack: Turn crank counterclockwise. 왘 Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Turn ratchet in [...]

527 Practical hints Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) 왔 Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank is empty is not recommended. Otherwise, air may be sucked into the fuel system. If this happens, the ? malfunction indicator lamp (USA only) or the ± malfunction indicator lamp (Canada only) co[...]

528 Practical hints Battery The battery is located under the front passenger seat. The battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated ser- vice life. If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have the battery char ge checked more frequently. When replacing the battery, always use batterie[...]

529 Practical hints Battery ! The battery is a valve -regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery, also referred to as “fleece” bat - tery. Such batteries do not require topping-up of the electrolyte leve l. VRLA batteries therefore do not have cell ca ps and the battery cover is non-removable. Do not attem pt to open the bat- tery as otherwise th e bat[...]

530 Practical hints Battery Disconnecting, removi ng, reinstalling and reconnecting the ba ttery Step 1 (Disconnecting) 왘 Set the automatic transmission to position P ( 컄 page 191) . 왘 Firmly depress the parking brake ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Turn off the engine ( 컄 page 68). 왘 Leave the ignition switched on ( 컄 page 42). ! Never loosen or d[...]

531 Practical hints Battery 왘 Switch off all elec trical consumers. 왘 Read and observe safety instructions and precautions ( 컄 page 528). 왘 Open the front passenger door. 왘 Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position ( 컄 page 46). Step 2 (Disconnecting) 1 Battery cover 왘 Enter the rear passenger compartment and remove m[...]

532 Practical hints Battery 2 Perforated floor carpet, unfolded 왘 Fold the floor carpet piece 2 in direction of the arrow. 왘 Move the front passenger seat to the most forward and upward position again ( 컄 page 46). 왘 Switch off the ignition ( 컄 page 42). 왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: 왘 Make sure the[...]

533 Practical hints Battery Step 5 (Disconnecting) 5 Protection cover 6 Battery 왘 Unclip protection cover 5 from battery 6 and remove it. Step 6 (Disconnecting) 7 Positive terminal 8 Negative terminal 왘 Disconnect battery negative lead 8 from negative terminal. 왘 Remove positive terminal cover. 왘 Disconnect the battery positive lead 7 . Ste[...]

534 Practical hints Battery Step 8 (Removing) c Battery 왘 Tilt the battery c with the negative terminal side upwards. 왘 Take out the battery maintaining its tilted position in the di rection of the arrow. Step 9 (Reinstalling) 왘 Carry out step 8 in reverse order ( 컄 page 534). Battery, shown removed for illustration 9 Battery ventilation ho[...]

535 Practical hints Battery 왘 Connect the positive lead to the posi- tive terminal and fasten it’s cover ( 컄 page 533). 왘 Connect the negative lead to the nega- tive terminal ( 컄 page 533). Charging the battery If the battery is discharged, the battery can be charged using the jump-start contacts located in the engine compartment ( 컄 pa[...]

536 Practical hints Jump starting If the battery is disc harged, the engine can be started with jumper cab les and the bat- tery of another vehicle. Observe the follow- ing: 앫 Jump starting should only be performed using the jump-start contacts located in the engine compartment ( 컄 page 537). 앫 Jump starting should only be performed when the [...]

537 Practical hints Jump starting The jump-start contacts are located in the engine compartment. 1 Negative (-) terminal 2 Positive (+) terminal 3 Positive terminal cover 왘 Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. 왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Apply parking bra ke ( 컄 page 67). 왘 Set automatic transmission to position P ( 컄 pag[...]

538 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. If circumstances do not permit the recom- mended towing methods, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the g[...]

539 Practical hints Towing the vehicle If you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N , observe the following instructions. Vehicles with SmartKey: 왘 With the vehicle at a standstill and the ignition switched on shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N . 왘 If engaged, release the parking brake ( 컄 page 59). 왘 Sw[...]

540 Practical hints Towing the vehicle 왘 Remove the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button from the starter switch ( 컄 page 43). 왘 Insert the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* into the starter switch. 왘 Switch on the ignition. 왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N . 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 If engage[...]

541 Practical hints Towing the vehicle 1 Cover Example illustration front bumper 2 Towing eye bolt Removing cover 왘 Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. 왘 Lift off cover 1 to reveal the threa ded hole for towing eye bolt. Installing towing eye bolt 왘 Take the t owing eye bolt an d wheel wrench from the vehicle tool kit ( 컄 page [...]

542 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Stranded vehicle Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the wheels are dug into sand or mud, should be done with the greatest of care, especial- ly if the vehicle is heavily loaded. Avoid pulling the vehicl e abruptly or diago- nally, since it could result in damage to the chassis alignment. Never try to free a [...]

543 Practical hints Fuses 왔 Fuses The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits. If a fuse is blown, the components and sys- tems secured by that fuse will stop operat- ing. If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center . A f[...]

544 Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 378). Fuse box GL 450 (GL 320 CDI, GL 550 similar) 1 Fuse box cover 2 Clamps 왘 Pull clamps 2 in direction of arrow. 왘 Lift fuse box cover 1 up. 왘 Install fuse box cover in reverse o r d[...]

545 Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in passenger compartment The fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the front passenger side. 1 Cover Opening 왘 Open the front passenger door. 왘 Open the glove box ( 컄 page 315). 왘 Insert flat, blunt object as a lever into the edge of the cover 1 at the position indicated by the arrow. 왘 [...]

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547 Technica l data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main Dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants 164.boo Seite 547 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

548 Technical data The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and relia[...]

549 Technica l data Warranty coverage 왔 Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will exchange or repair any defec- tive parts originally installed on the vehicle in accordance with the term s of the follow-[...]

550 Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar) The V ehicle I dentification N umber (V IN) can be found in the following locations: 앫 on the certification label 앫 embossed underneath the passenger-side second-row rear seat ( 컄 page 551) 앫 on the lower edge of the win dshield ( 컄 page 551) Example c[...]

551 Technica l data Identification labels Second-row seat 4 VIN 왘 Fold the carpet forwards. The VIN 4 is now visible. 5 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 6 Engine number (engraved on engine) 7 VIN (lower edge of windshield) i When ordering parts, ple ase specify vehic[...]

552 Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive GL 320 CDI 1 Coolant pump 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Cranksh aft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator (alternator) GL 450, GL 550 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Cra[...]

553 Technica l data Engine 왔 Engine Model GL 320 CDI (164.822 1 ) 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See a n au thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding da ta of all speci al bodies and specia l equipment. GL 450 (164.871 1 ) Engine 642 273 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke engine 4-stroke engine, gasoli [...]

554 Technical data Engine Model GL 550 (164.886 1 ) 1 All data preli minary. The quote d data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorize d Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center fo r the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Engine 273 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 8 Bore 3.86 i[...]

555 Technica l data Rims and tires 왔 Rims and tires ! Only use tires which have been te sted and approved by Mercedes -Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunction wit h the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as ABS or ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and teste[...]

556 Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Model GL 320 CDI GL 450 GL 320 CDI* GL 450* GL 320 CDI* GL 450* Rims (light alloy) 8J x 1 8 H 2 8.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel o ffset 2.36 in (53 mm) 2.20 in (56 mm) 2.20 in (56 mm) Summer tires 1 - - 275/50 R20 109W All-season tires 1 265/60 R18 110H M+S 275/55 R19 111H M+S - Rims (light alloy)[...]

557 Technica l data Rims and tires Model GL 550 AMG rims (light alloy) 10 J x 21 H2 Wheel offset 1.46 in (37 mm) All-season tires 1 , 2 1 Radial-ply tires 2 Must not be used with snow chains. 295/40 R21 111V XL (Extra Load) M+S Rims (light allo y) 8.5 J x 1 9 H2 Wheel offset 2.20 in (56 mm) Winter tires 1,3 3 Not available as factory equipment. 265[...]

558 Technical data Rims and tires Minispare wheel Model GL 320 CDI GL 450 GL 550 Rim 4.5B x 19 H2 Wheel o ffset 1.58 in (40 m m) Minispare tire 1 1 Must not be used with snow chains. T 165/90 D19 119M or T 165/90 R19 119M ! Please compare th e recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle wit h the tire inflation pressure on the yellow la be[...]

559 Technica l data Electrical system 왔 Electrical system Model GL 450 GL 550 Generato r (alternator ) 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.7 kW Battery 12 V/95 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR7A NGK PLKR7A Electrode gap 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 0.031 in (0.8 mm) Tightening torque 15 – 19 lb-ft (20 – 25 Nm) 15 – 19 lb-ft (20 ?[...]

560 Technical data Main Dimensions Model GL 320 CDI, GL 450, GL 550 Overall vehicle length 200.6 in (5096 mm) Vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out 83.7 in (2127 mm) Vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded in 76.0 in (1930 mm) Vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded in (vehicles with AMG rims) 76.9 in (1954 mm) Over[...]

561 Technica l data Weights 왔 Weights Roof load max. 198 lb (90 kg) 164.boo Seite 561 Freit ag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12[...]

562 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercerdes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Wa r n i n g ! G Comply w[...]

563 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Front wheel hubs All models a p p r o x . 1 . 5o z ( 4 3g ) e a c h High temperature roller bearing grease Brake system All models - MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) Cooling system GL 320 CDI approx. 10 .0 US qt (9.5 l) MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze GL 450 app r o[...]

564 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Fact[...]

565 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Premium unle aded gasoline (gasoline engine) Fuel requirements Gasoline engine Only use premium unleaded fuel: 앫 The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON): (RON+MON) /2. This is also known as the[...]

566 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc. Diesel engine Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold f[...]

567 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: 앫 Corrosion protection 앫 Freeze protection 앫 Boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point) The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant provid ing freeze protection to approximat[...]

568 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Anticorros ion/antif reeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the aluminum parts. Failure to use such anticorrosion/antifr[...]

569 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Windshield washer system and headlamp c leaning syste m* Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a ca- pacity of approximately 8.1 US qt (7.7 l). 왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield W[...]

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571 Index A ABS 101 Indicator lamp 436 Off-road - ABS 102 ABS, ESP ® Messages in the multifunction display 451 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 195 Accessory weight 415 Accident 66 Active head restraint 90, 133, 499 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 278 Air bags 76 Children 77, 91 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 31, 32, 8[...]

572 Index Automatic climate control ( 3-zone)* 228 Air conditioning refrigerant 563 Air conditioning, Cooling 239, 240 Air distribution, Front 234 Air distribution, Rear 243 Air recirculation mode 237 Air vents*, second-row seats 245 Air vents*, third-row seats 245 Air vents, Front 234 Air volume 235 Control panel, Front 230 Control panel, Rear 241[...]

573 Index Battery, Vehicle 528 Charging 535 Disconnecting and connecting 530 Jump starting 536 Removing and installing 530 Bead 416 Beverage holder see Cup holder Bi-Xenon headlamps* see headlamps Bolts, Spare wheel 494 Brake fluid 564 Checking 376 Messages in the multifunction display 469 Brake lamp Cleaning lenses 429 Messages in the multifunctio[...]

574 Index Children in the vehicle 91 Air bags 77, 91 Blocking rear door window operation 98 Indicator lamp, Front passenger front air bag 85 Infant and child restraint systems 86, 92 LATCH-type child seat anchors 95 Occupant Classification System (OCS) 81 Cigarette li ghter (Depending on vehicle configuration) 323 Climate control 214 Air conditioni[...]

575 Index Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 147 Messages in the multifunction display 478 Replacing bulbs 510 Crossbars* 295 Crossing obstacles 361 Cruise control 255 Activating 257 Messages in the multifunction display 452 Cup holders 320 Cleaning 321 Front center console 321 Front center console, Removing/Installing 321 Rear armrest 320 Curb w[...]

576 Index Door Entry lamps 151 Locking, In an emergency 497 Locking/unlocking, KEYLESS-GO* 41, 71 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 40, 70 Messages in the multifunction display 474 Opening from inside/outside 114, 120 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 337 Unlocking, Mechanical key 496 Door control panel 35 Door handle 35 Door windows see Power windows DOT 41[...]

577 Index Emergency operation Fuel filler flap 497 Locking/unlocking the vehicle 4 96, 497 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) 200 Emergency operations Exit for third-row seats 132 Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 337 Tailgate, Opening from the inside manually 122 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emergency, In case of Battery, Jump starting 536 Eng[...]

578 Index ETD 89, 446 Safety guidelines 78 Expanding cargo compartment 304 Exterior rear view mirrors 51, 208 Folding 210 Power folding* 209 Synchronizing 209 F Fastening the seat belts 53 Filler neck, Engine oil 381 First aid kit 490 Flat tire 519 Lifting the vehicle 520 Lowering the vehicle 526 Minispare wheel 494 Mounting the spare wheel 520 Pre[...]

579 Index Fuel consumption statistics Since last reset 185 Since start 184 Fuel filler flap 374 Locking/unlocking 374 Opening 374 Opening in an emergency 497 Fuel tank Capacity 563 Filler flap 374 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 562 Fuses 543 Fuse box in cargo compartment 544 Fuse box in engine compartment 544 Fuse box in passenger compartment 545[...]

580 Index Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 144 Bi-Xenon* 477, 508 Cleaning lenses 429 Cleaning system* 208, 383 Halogen 507 High beam see High beam flasher High beam see High beam headlamps Light sensor, Messages in the multif uncti on disp lay 4 77 Low beam see Low beam headlamps Manual headlamp mode 144 Messages in the multifunction display 477,[...]

581 Index Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 149 Delayed shut-off 177 Interior rear view mirror 51 Antiglare positions 208 Auto-dimming mirrors* 208 Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping Windshield wipers 63 J Jack 492, 493 Lifting the vehicle 520 Jump starting 536 K Key, Mechanical 496 Key, SmartK[...]

582 Index Kickdown 196 Kilopascal 416 L Labels 550 Certification 550 Emission control information 551 Engine number 551 Paintwork code 550 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 550 Lamp sensor see Light sensor Lamps, exterior 505 Front 505 Light sensor, Messages in the multif uncti on disp lay 4 77 Messages in display 477 Messages in the multifunctio[...]

583 Index Lighter see Cigarette lighter (Depending on vehicle configuration) Lighting, Exterior and interior 143 Limp-Home Mode 200, 439, 440 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator lighting 146, 176 Lock buttons, KEYLESS-GO* Outside door handle 71 Locking the vehicle see Ke y Loss of keys, Mechanical key 120 Loss of keys, SmartKey 120 Loss of keys, Sm[...]

584 Index Multifunction display messages 449 ABS 451 ABS, ESP ® 45 1 Air suspension 486 Air suspension program 486 Brake fluid 469 Brake lamps 477 Brake pads 467 Coolant 472 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 478 Cruise control 452 Distronic* 453 Doors 474 Downhill Speed Regulation 467 EBP 468 Engine coolant 470, 472 ESP ® 441 Fog lamps, Front [...]

585 Index Off-road - 4-ET S 108 Off-road - ABS 102 Off-road - ESP ® 106 Off-road driving Checklist 357, 363 Crossing obstacles 361 Driving instructions for off-road driving 355 Driving through water 360 Returning 363 Rules 356 Special driving features 356 Steep terrain 358 Off-road driving prog ram (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) 277[...]

586 Index Plastic and rubber parts, cleaning 432 Poly-V-belt drive Layout (GL 320 CDI) 552 Layout (GL 450, GL 550) 552 Positions (Memory function*) see Seats Pounds per square inch see PSI Power assistance 348 Power outlets 324 Power seat see Seats, Power Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 251 Convenience closing feature 250 Opening/closing 251 Stopping 2[...]

587 Index Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear panorama roof, Sunshade 212 Rear seat h ead restraint s see Head restraints Rear towing eye 541 Rear view camera* 293 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 212 Rear window wiper/washer 64 Rear windows see Power windows Rear wiper blade 517 Recommended tire inflation pressure 417 Recovery servic[...]

588 Index Seat belts 86 Children in the vehicle 91 Cleaning 433 Fastening 53 Height adjustment 55 Messages in the multifunction display 443 Proper use of 55, 88 Safety guidelines 78 Telltale 29, 86, 442 Warning lamp 442, 443 Seat cushion depth see Seats Seat heating* see Seats Seat ventilation* see Seats Seating capacity 389 Seats 45, 130 Adjusting[...]

589 Index Vehicle level control 279 Shifting Automatic transmission 56, 189 Side impact air bags 80 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 429 Messages in the multifunction display 480 Replacing bulbs 510, 513 Side windows see Power windows Sidewall 417 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey SmartKey see Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Snow chains 421 Snow tires see[...]

590 Index T Tachometer 29, 153 Displaying current gear range 197 Overspeed range 153 Tail lamps 511 Cleaning lenses 429 Messages in the multifunction display 481 Replacing bulbs 505, 513 Tailgate Closing from the inside, Electrically* 125 Closing from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) 126 Opening from the inside, Electrically* 124 Opening [...]

591 Index Hands-free microphone 34 Inserting in cradle 329 Installing a different mobile phone cradle 331 Messages in the multifunction display 483 Operation 186 Phone book 187 Redialing 188 Rejecting/ending a call 187 Removing from cradle 330 Tray 317 Temperature Coolant 162 Display mode, Status indicator 173 Interior temperature 219 Interior temp[...]

592 Index Important notes, Tire inflati on pressure 394 Inflation pressure 377, 393, 395 Information placard 388 Inspection 385 Load rating 406, 407, 417 Loading Information 388 Loading terminology 415 Loading the vehicle 387 Low tire pressure tellta le, Canada only 27, 444 Maximum load 418 Messages in the multifunction display 444 Ply composition [...]

593 Index Turn signal lamps Cleaning lenses 429 Messages in the multifunction display 482 Replacing bulbs 505 Turn signals 62 Additional in mirrors 505 Bulbs 505, 513 Cleaning lenses 429 Indicator lamps 27 Turning off the engine 69 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) 418 U Uniform Tire Qu ality Grading Standards 4 18 Units, Settings Speedometer 173 Temperat[...]

594 Index Vehicle status message memory menu 167 Vehicle tool kit 490 Vehicle washing 427 VIN 551 Voice control system* Button on multifunction steering wheel 30, 156 Hands-free microphone 34 W Warning indicators Parktronic* 290 Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function* 272 Distronic* 263 Exterior lamp[...]

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