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G-Class
Operator’s Manual
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Symbols
Trademarks:
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BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens
Automotive Corp.
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Bluetooth SIG Inc.
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ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler.
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of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc.
The following symbols are found in this
Operator’s Manual:
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Warning notices draw your attention to
hazards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
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Highlights hazards that may result in
damage to your vehicle.
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Helpful hints or further information you
may find useful.
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This symbol points to instructions
for you to follow.
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A number of these symbols
appearing in succession indicates
a multiple-step procedure.
Y page
This symbol tells you where to look
for further information on a topic.
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This continuation symbol marks a
warning or procedure which is
continued on the next page.
Display
Text in displays, such as the control
system, are printed in the type
shown here.
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Our company and staff congratulate you on
the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a
demonstration of your trust in our company
name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire
to own an automobile that will be as easy as
possible to operate and will provide years of
service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of
many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To
help assure your driving pleasure, and also
the safety of you and your passengers, we ask
you to make a small investment of time:
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Please read this manual carefully, then
return it to your vehicle where it will be
handy for your reference.
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Please follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are
designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
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Please pay attention to the warnings and
cautions contained in this manual. They are
designed to help improve the safety of the
vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of
safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
A Daimler Company
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 18
Contents
At a glance ........................................... 23
Safety and security ............................. 31
Controls in detail ................................. 59
Operation ........................................... 149
Practical hints ................................... 199
Technical data ................................... 253
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1, 2, 3 ...
115V AC Socket ................................. 137
4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 54
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
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ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 52
Indicator lamp ................................ 220
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 204
Accessory weight .............................. 177
Accidents ............................................. 88
Air bags ........................................... 33
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 139
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 262
Gasoline ......................................... 263
Address change ................................... 20
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 162
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 206, 218
Air bags ................................................ 33
Emergency call upon deployment .. 139
Front, driver and passenger ............. 35
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp .......................... 37, 227
Safety guidelines ............................. 34
Window curtain ................................ 37
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 262
Air distribution .................................. 125
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 177
Air recirculation mode ...................... 126
Air volume .......................................... 125
Alarm system
see Anti-theft systems
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 117
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 212
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 264
Antilock Brake System
see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 55
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 56
Immobilizer ...................................... 55
Tow-away alarm ............................... 56
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
Storage compartment .................... 133
Telephone tray ............................... 133
Ashtrays ............................................. 135
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 177
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 103
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 73
Automatic central locking .......... 62, 111
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 75
Automatic interior lighting control .... 79
Automatic locking when driving ...... 111
Automatic transmission ..................... 89
Gear range indicator ........................ 92
Gear ranges ..................................... 92
Gear selector lever ........................... 89
Hill-start assist system .................. 117
Kickdown ......................................... 91
One-touch gearshifting .................... 92
Shifting procedure ........................... 90
Transmission position indicator ....... 90
Transmission positions .................... 90
Axle oils .............................................. 260
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system ............. 37
Self-test ........................................... 38
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 215
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 177
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 53
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Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition .......................... 61
Replacing ....................................... 232
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 243
Charging ........................................ 244
Jump starting ................................. 244
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 212
Bead (tire) .......................................... 177
Beverage holders
see Cup holders
Brake Assist System
see BAS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 157
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 208
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 208
Brakes ................................................ 182
Parking brake ................................... 88
Warning lamp ................................. 220
Break-in period .................................. 150
Brush guard ....................................... 232
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 21
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 19
Calls (phone) ...................................... 113
Can holders
see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 260
Cargo compartment
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 130
Cover blind .................................... 132
Tie-down rings ............................... 130
Cargo compartment cover blind ...... 132
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 130
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 196
Index
Central locking
Automatic ................................ 62, 111
Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 63
SmartKey ......................................... 60
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 63
Certification label .............................. 254
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 33
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 37
Child safety locks (rear doors) ......... 50
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 49
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off ................................ 37
Infant and child restraint systems .... 47
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 49
Override switch ................................ 50
Safety notes ..................................... 46
Tether anchorage points .................. 48
Top tether ........................................ 48
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 197
Cigarette lighter ................................ 136
Climate control system
Air conditioning ............................. 123
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 262
Air distribution ............................... 125
Air recirculation mode ................... 126
Air volume ..................................... 125
Automatic mode ............................ 123
Deactivating system ...................... 123
Front defroster .............................. 125
Residual heat and ventilation ......... 126
Temperature .................................. 124
Cockpit ................................................. 25
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 177
COMAND system
see separate COMAND system
operating instructions
Combination switch ............................ 77
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Control system .................................... 99
Multifunction display ..................... 101
Multifunction steering wheel ............ 99
Resetting to factory settings .......... 106
Control system menus ...................... 102
Audio/DVD .................................... 103
Navigation ..................................... 105
Settings ......................................... 106
Standard display ............................ 102
Telephone ...................................... 113
Trip computer ................................ 112
Vehicle status message memory ... 105
Control system submenus
Convenience .................................. 111
Instrument cluster ......................... 107
Lighting .......................................... 109
Vehicle ........................................... 111
Convenience submenu
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 112
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 264
Capacities ...................................... 261
Checking level ............................... 156
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Temperature gauge .......................... 98
Coolant temperature gauge ............... 26
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps .................................................... 78
Cruise control .................................... 115
Activating ....................................... 116
Canceling ....................................... 116
Changing the set speed ................. 116
Last stored speed .......................... 117
Lever .............................................. 116
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 205
Resume function ............................ 117
Setting current speed .................... 116
Cup holders ........................................ 134
Curb weight ....................................... 177
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 21
Customer Relations Department ....... 21
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Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 22
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 76
Switching on or off ......................... 109
Deep water
see Standing water
Defogging (windshield) ..................... 126
Defroster
Front (Climate control system) ...... 125
Rear window .................................. 127
Windshield ..................................... 127
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 110
Interior lighting .............................. 111
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Differential locks ................................. 95
A few words about ........................... 96
Difficulties
While driving .................................... 87
With starting .................................... 86
Digital speedometer ......................... 103
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 169
Displays
Digital speedometer ...................... 103
Maintenance service indicator ....... 190
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 203
Multifunction display ..................... 101
Outside temperature ............. 103, 108
Symbol messages .......................... 208
Text messages ............................... 204
Trip computer ................................ 112
Vehicle status message memory ... 105
Vehicle system settings ................. 106
Door control panel .............................. 30
Door handles ........................................ 30
Doors
Child safety locks ............................ 50
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 60
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Opening from inside ......................... 62
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Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 142
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 228
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 177
Drinking and driving ......................... 181
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 189
Hydroplaning ................................. 184
Instructions ............................. 85, 181
In winter ........................................ 180
Off-road ......................................... 184
Problems ......................................... 87
Safety systems ................................ 52
Systems ......................................... 115
Through standing water ................. 184
Driving and parking
Safety notes ..................................... 85
Driving off .................................... 86, 183
Driving safety systems ....................... 52
4-ETS ............................................... 54
ABS .................................................. 52
BAS .................................................. 53
EBB .................................................. 53
ESP® ................................................ 54
Driving systems
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 117
Cruise control ................................ 115
Hill-start assist system .................. 117
Rear Parking Assist system ........... 118
Rear view camera .......................... 120
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ........................................ 91
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Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 71, 112
EBB (Electronic Brake Booster) .......... 53
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 21
Power outlets ................................. 136
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Electronic Traction System
see 4-ETS
Index
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 200
Flat tire .......................................... 239
Hazard warning flasher .................... 78
Roadside Assistance ................ 19, 140
Towing the vehicle ......................... 246
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 139
Emergency operations
Power tilt/sliding sunroof .............. 231
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 142
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 190
Information label ............................ 255
System warranties ........................... 18
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............ 150
Cleaning ......................................... 193
Compartment ................................ 152
Malfunction indicator
lamp ........................................ 26, 225
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Number .......................................... 255
Starting ............................................ 85
Turning off ....................................... 89
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 155
Additives ........................................ 262
Checking level ............................... 153
Consumption ................................. 153
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 213
Oil dipstick ..................................... 154
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 261
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 54
4-ETS ............................................... 54
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 204
Warning lamp ................................. 223
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ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 45
Safety guidelines ............................. 34
Express operation
Power windows ................................ 84
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 128
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 74
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 72
Parking position ............................... 73
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 24
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Fastening the seat belts ..................... 41
First aid kit ......................................... 200
Flat tire ............................................... 239
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 242
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 240
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 240
Spare wheel ........................... 239, 259
Floormats ........................................... 147
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 260
Brake fluid ..................................... 261
Capacities ...................................... 260
Engine coolant ............................... 261
Engine oil ....................................... 260
Power steering fluid ....................... 260
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 261
Fog lamps ............................................. 76
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 215, 217
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front axle oil ...................................... 260
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag ............ 35
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ............................. 37, 227
Fuel ..................................................... 150
Additives ........................................ 263
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 261
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 181
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 112
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 151
Fuel tank reserve warning
lamp ........................................ 26, 224
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 262
Refueling ........................................ 150
Requirements ................................ 263
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 151
Opening manually .......................... 230
Fuel gauge ............................................ 26
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 260
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 261
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 151
Refueling ........................................ 150
Fuses .................................................. 249
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Garage door opener .......................... 143
Gasoline
see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 178
Gear range ........................................... 92
Indicator .......................................... 92
Limiting ............................................ 92
Shifting into optimal ........................ 93
Transfer case ................................... 93
Gear selector lever .............................. 89
Cleaning ......................................... 196
Gearshift pattern ............................. 89
Lock ........................................... 86, 90
Shifting procedure ........................... 90
Transmission position indicator ....... 90
Transmission positions .................... 90
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 132
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Trailer Weight
see GTW
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) .............. 178
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GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 178
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 178
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Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 196
Hazard warning flasher ....................... 78
Headlamp cleaning system ................ 78
Headlamps
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 75
Bi-Xenon ........................................ 234
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Cleaning system .............................. 78
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 76
Delayed shut-off ............................ 110
High-beam flasher ............................ 77
High-beam headlamps ..................... 77
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 75
Replacing bulbs ............................. 233
Switch .............................................. 74
Headliner, cleaning and care of ....... 196
Head restraints .................................... 65
Adjustment ................................ 65, 67
Folding back .................................... 68
Rear seat head restraints ................. 68
Heated steering wheel ........................ 72
Height adjustment
Seat belt outlet ................................ 43
Seats ............................................... 65
High-beam flasher ............................... 77
High-beam headlamps ................ 77, 234
Hill-start assist system ..................... 117
Hood ................................................... 152
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Horn ...................................................... 25
Hydroplaning ..................................... 184
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Identification labels .......................... 254
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 255
Ignition ........................................... 65, 86
Immobilizer .......................................... 55
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Index
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Inside door handle .............................. 62
Instrument cluster ........................ 26, 98
Illumination ...................................... 98
Lamps ............................................ 219
Multifunction display ..................... 101
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting
Cargo compartment lamps .............. 81
Delayed shut-off ............................ 111
Front ................................................ 79
Front reading lamps ......................... 79
Rear ................................................. 80
Rear reading lamps .......................... 80
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 72
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 73
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping ............................. 82
Rain sensor ...................................... 82
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type)
see Children in the vehicle
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Jack ..................................................... 201
Jump starting ..................................... 244
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 61
Replacing ......................................... 62
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 228
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp .......................... 61
Checking batteries ........................... 61
Factory setting ................................. 61
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 61
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 61
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Locking/unlocking ........................... 60
Loss of ............................................. 61
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof ........................... 84
Opening and closing the windows .... 84
Remote control ................................ 60
Replacing ......................................... 62
Replacing batteries ........................ 232
Restoring to factory setting ............. 61
Selective setting .............................. 61
Starter switch positions ................... 65
Kickdown ............................................. 91
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 178
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Labels
Certification ................................... 254
Emission control information ......... 255
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 165
Tire inflation pressure .................... 160
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 74
Front .............................................. 234
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 215
Switching on/off .............................. 74
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 26, 220
Brakes ........................................... 220
Engine malfunction .................. 26, 225
ESP® ........................................ 26, 223
Fog lamps ........................................ 76
Front passenger front air bag
off ............................................ 37, 227
Fuel tank reserve ..................... 26, 224
High-beam headlamps ..................... 77
Instrument cluster ......................... 219
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 75
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................ 226
Seat belt telltale ...................... 44, 222
SRS .................................... 26, 32, 223
Turn signals ..................................... 26
Language, selecting .......................... 108
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 216
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 196
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 74
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 76
Exterior ............................................ 74
Interior ............................................. 79
Limp-home mode ................................. 93
Load index (tires) ...................... 173, 178
Loading
see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 109
Locking the vehicle
Manually ........................................ 229
SmartKey ......................................... 60
Loss of
Key .................................................. 61
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 254
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 75
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 74
Switching on .................................... 75
Lubricants .......................................... 260
Lumbar support ................................... 67
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Maintenance ........................................ 19
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................ 191
Service indicator message ............. 190
Service term exceeded .................. 191
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 75
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 178
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 178
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 178
Mechanical key
see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 132
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Memory function ................................. 73
Menus
see Control system menus
Mirrors .................................................. 72
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 73
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 73
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 72
Interior rear view mirror ................... 72
Memory function .............................. 73
Vanity mirror .................................. 135
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 263
Motor Octane Number
see MON
Multicontour seat ................................ 68
Multifunction display ........................ 101
Symbol messages .......................... 208
Text messages ............................... 204
Vehicle status messages ............... 203
Multifunction display messages
ABS ................................................ 204
Advanced TPMS ..................... 206, 218
Alternator ...................................... 212
Battery ........................................... 212
Brake fluid ..................................... 208
Brake pads ..................................... 208
Coolant .......................................... 210
Cruise control ................................ 205
Doors ............................................. 210
Engine oil ....................................... 213
ESP® .............................................. 204
Fog lamps .............................. 215, 217
Gas cap .......................................... 214
High-beam lamps ........................... 216
Hood .............................................. 210
License plate lamps ....................... 216
Light sensor ................................... 216
Low-beam lamps ............................ 216
Parking brake ................................ 208
Parking lamps ................................ 216
Reserve fuel ................................... 214
Reverse lamp ................................. 215
Side marker lamps ......................... 215
SmartKey ....................................... 210
SRS ................................................ 205
Tailgate .......................................... 210
Tail lamps ...................................... 217
Tele Aid .......................................... 209
Index
Tire inflation pressure ............ 206, 218
Tire pressure monitor .................... 206
Tires ...................................... 206, 218
Transfer case ................................. 209
Turn signals ................................... 218
Washer fluid ................................... 210
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 70
Buttons ............................................ 99
Cleaning ......................................... 196
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 71, 112
Heating ............................................ 72
Memory function .............................. 73
Overview .......................................... 27
N
Navigation menu ............................... 105
Navigation system
see Separate operating instructions
Net, parcel ......................................... 130
Night security illumination .............. 110
Normal occupant weight .................. 178
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 255
O
Occupant distribution ....................... 178
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 33
BabySmart™ .................................... 37
Children and air bags ....................... 33
Children in the vehicle ..................... 46
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 49
Fastening the seat belts ................... 41
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp .......................... 37, 227
Infant and child restraint systems .... 47
Introduction ..................................... 32
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 49
Seat belts .................................. 34, 39
Odometer ........................................... 101
Off-road driving ................................. 184
Checklist ............................... 185, 189
Crossing obstacles ........................ 188
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Driving instructions ........................ 184
Driving on sand .............................. 188
Driving through water .................... 187
Returning ....................................... 189
Ruts ............................................... 188
Steep terrain .................................. 186
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ....................... 92
Operating safety .................................. 21
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 194
Outside temperature
see Displays
Overhead control panel ...................... 30
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 193
Paintwork code ................................. 255
Panic alarm .......................................... 51
Parcel net ........................................... 130
Parking ................................................. 88
Rear Parking Assist system ........... 118
Parking Assist
see Rear Parking Assist system
Parking brake ...................................... 88
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 208
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 73
Transmission position ...................... 90
Parts service ...................................... 254
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 182
Phone
see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 196
Power assistance .............................. 182
Power outlets .................................... 136
Power seats
see Seats
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Opening/closing in an emergency . 231
Operation ....................................... 128
Power washer .................................... 193
Power windows ................................... 84
Cleaning ......................................... 195
Operation ......................................... 84
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 50
Practical hints ................................... 200
Problems
While driving .................................... 87
With vehicle ..................................... 21
With wipers ...................................... 83
Product information ............................ 18
Production options weight ............... 178
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 178
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Radio
Selecting stations .......................... 103
Radio transmitters ............................ 189
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 260
Rear door ashtray
see Ashtrays
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 50
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 50
Rear fog lamp
Replacing bulb ............................... 234
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear Parking Assist system ............. 118
Cleaning system sensors ............... 195
Malfunctions .................................. 120
Minimum distance ......................... 119
Range ............................................ 119
Sensors ......................................... 118
Warning indicators ......................... 119
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
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Rear view camera .............................. 120
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 195
Rear window defroster ..................... 127
Rear window wiper/washer ............... 83
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 159, 178
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 262
Refueling ............................................ 150
Regular checks .................................. 152
Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 142
Replacing
Key .................................................. 62
Replacing bulbs ................................. 233
Reporting safety defects .................... 22
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 214
Warning lamp ................................... 26
Reset button .................................. 27, 98
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Rims ........................................... 179, 258
Roadside Assistance ................... 19, 140
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 263
Roof rack ............................................ 130
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 196
S
Safety
Driving safety systems ..................... 52
Occupant safety ............................... 32
Reporting defects ............................ 22
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 45
Seat belts ............................................. 39
Children in the vehicle ..................... 46
Cleaning ......................................... 196
Fastening ......................................... 41
Height adjustment ........................... 43
Proper use of ................................... 40
Index
Safety guidelines ............................. 34
Safety notes ..................................... 39
Telltale ..................................... 44, 222
Seat heating ......................................... 69
Seating capacity ................................ 166
Seats ..................................................... 65
Adjustment ...................................... 65
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 71
Folding (expanding cargo volume) . 130
Heating ............................................ 69
Memory function .............................. 73
Multicontour seat ............................ 68
Ventilation ....................................... 69
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 130
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Self-test
BabySmart™ .................................... 38
Tele Aid .......................................... 139
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 254
Service and warranty information ..... 18
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 170
Settings
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 61
Memory function .............................. 73
Menu ............................................. 106
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 61
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 215
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 179
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains ...................................... 180
Snow tires
see Winter tires
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Spare wheel ....................................... 258
Mounting ....................................... 240
Storage location ............................ 201
Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 116
Resume function ............................ 117
Sport Utility Vehicle
see SUV
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Indicator lamp ......................... 32, 223
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 205
Standing water, driving through ...... 184
Starter switch positions
SmartKey ......................................... 65
Starting difficulties (engine) .............. 86
Starting the engine ............................. 85
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel,
Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 143
Storage compartments ..................... 132
Storing tires ....................................... 171
Stranded vehicle ............................... 249
Sunroof
see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sun visors .......................................... 135
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) ................. 20
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Tachometer .................................... 26, 99
Overspeed range ............................. 99
Tailgate
Closing ............................................. 63
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Opening ........................................... 63
Unlocking manually ....................... 229
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 217
Tar stains ........................................... 193
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 262
Brake fluid ..................................... 262
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 260
Coolant .......................................... 263
Engine oil additives ........................ 262
Engine oils ..................................... 261
Fuel requirements .......................... 263
Gasoline additives .......................... 263
Identification labels ....................... 254
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 262
Rims and tires ................................ 258
Spare wheel ................................... 259
Vehicle specification G 550 ........... 256
Vehicle specification G 55 AMG .... 257
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 261, 265
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 138
Emergency calls ............................. 139
Information button ......................... 141
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 140
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 209
Remote door unlock ...................... 142
Roadside Assistance button .......... 140
Search & Send ............................... 142
SOS button .................................... 140
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 143
System self-test ............................. 139
Telephone ............................................. 27
Answering/ending a call ................ 114
Hands-free microphone ................... 30
Menu ............................................. 113
Operation ....................................... 113
Phone book .................................... 114
Redialing ........................................ 115
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Temperature
Coolant ............................................ 98
Interior temperature ...................... 124
Outside .................................. 103, 108
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Tie-down rings ................................... 130
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 242
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 179
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 165
Tire and loading terminology ........... 177
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 161
Important notes on ........................ 160
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 160
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 165
Tire labeling ....................................... 173
Tire load rating .................................. 178
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 179
Tires ........................................... 158, 258
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 162
Air pressure ................................... 159
Care and maintenance ................... 170
Cleaning ......................................... 171
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 169
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 160
Inflation pressure ........................... 161
Information placard ....................... 165
Inspection ...................................... 170
Labeling ......................................... 173
Load index ............................. 173, 178
Load rating .................................... 178
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 206, 218
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 179
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 161
Retreads ........................................ 158
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 258
Index
Rotation ......................................... 172
Service life ..................................... 170
Sizes .............................................. 258
Snow chains .................................. 180
Speed rating .......................... 174, 179
Storing ........................................... 171
Temperature .......................... 160, 172
Terminology ................................... 177
Tire Identification Number ............. 179
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction telltale ........................ 226
Traction ................................. 171, 179
Tread ............................................. 179
Tread depth ........................... 170, 179
Treadwear ...................................... 171
Treadwear indicators ............. 170, 179
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 179
Wear pattern .................................. 172
Winter tires ............................ 179, 258
Tire speed rating ....................... 174, 179
Tongue Weight Rating
see TWR
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ................................... 179
Tow-away alarm .................................. 56
Towing
Vehicle ........................................... 246
Traction ...................................... 171, 179
Transfer case ....................................... 93
Gear ranges ..................................... 93
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 209
Switching ......................................... 94
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 157
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions ....................... 90
Traveling abroad ............................... 189
Tread (tires) ....................................... 179
Tread depth (tires) .................... 170, 179
Treadwear .......................................... 171
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 170, 179
Trip computer menu ......................... 112
Trip odometer, resetting ..................... 99
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Turning off the engine ........................ 89
Turn signals ......................................... 77
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Indicator lamps ................................ 26
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 218
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) ........... 179
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 171, 179
Units
Selecting speedometer display
mode ............................................. 108
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 262
Unlocking the vehicle
Manually ........................................ 228
SmartKey ......................................... 60
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 197
Useful features .................................. 134
V
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 243
Care ............................................... 192
Control system ................................ 99
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 254
Locking/unlocking ........................... 60
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 242
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 21
Towing ........................................... 246
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 228
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 254
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle lighting .................................... 74
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 130
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 130
Instructions .................................... 129
Load limit ....................................... 167
Roof rack ....................................... 130
Terminology ................................... 177
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 179
Vehicle specification
G 550 ............................................. 256
G 55 AMG ...................................... 257
Vehicle status message memory .... 105
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 200
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
W
Warning sounds
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 44
Parking brake ................................ 208
Rear Parking Assist system ........... 120
Seat belt telltale ............................ 222
Warranty coverage ............................ 254
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 265
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Mixing ratio .................................... 265
Refilling .......................................... 157
Washing the vehicle .......................... 192
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 172
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 239
Removing ....................................... 241
Spare ............................................. 239
Tightening torque ........................... 242
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 258
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 158
Window curtain air bags ..................... 37
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 195
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 195
Defogging ...................................... 126
Washer fluid ................................... 265
Wipers ............................................. 82
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Windshield defroster ........................ 127
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 238
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 180
Snow chains .................................. 180
Tires ............................................... 179
Winter tires ................................ 179, 258
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 197
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Product Information
Please observe the following in your own best
interest:
We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz 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
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for
other products and therefore cannot be held
responsible for them, even if in individual
cases an official approval or authorization by
governmental or other agencies should exist.
Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or
reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use
them.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories
are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive
comprehensive information on permissible
technical modifications and expert
installations.
Operator’s Manual
Notes
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 life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
We continuously strive to improve our
product and ask for your understanding that
we reserve the right to make changes in
design and equipment. Therefore,
information, illustrations, and descriptions in
this Operator’s Manual might differ from your
vehicle.
Vehicle equipment
Your vehicle may have some or all of the
equipment described in this manual.
Therefore, you may find explanations for
optional equipment not installed in your
vehicle. If you have any questions about
operating particular equipment, any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad
to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Optional equipment is also described in this
manual, including operating instructions
wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions and illustrations
herein may vary slightly from the actual
equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not
shown or described in this Operator’s
Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to inform you of correct
care and operating procedures. The
Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet
are important documents and should be kept
with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information
booklet contains detailed information about
the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System Warranty
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Emission Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
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State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
Laws)
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-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 after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its
authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix
one or more substantial defects or
malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered
by its express warranty. During the period of
18 months from original delivery of the
vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles
(approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer
of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a
reasonable number of repair attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition that is
likely to cause death or serious bodily
injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect
or malfunction has been subject to repair
two or more times, and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in
writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Written notification should not be sent to a
dealer, it should be addressed to
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with
you when you take the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
service. The service advisor will record each
service in the booklet for you.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program provides factory-trained technical
help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
toll-free Roadside Assistance number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
(in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Representatives
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Roadside Assistance will be provided in
accordance with standard program
guidelines which include providing service to
the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from
a paved roadway. We will make every effort
to assist in a breakdown situation, however,
the accessibility of your vehicle will be
determined by our authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center technician or the tow service provider
on a case-by-case basis and may be a factor
in our ability to respond.
Additional charges may be applicable for a
breakdown location determined not to be a
reasonably accessible roadside location as
determined by our authorized technician and
tow service provider.
For additional information refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
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Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send
in the “Change of Address Notice” found in
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in
contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature with the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used
Truck” found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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Service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
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Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe under our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Sport Utility Vehicle
Warning!
G
This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both
on-road and off-road use. It can go places and
perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel
drive passenger cars are not intended. This
vehicle will handle and maneuver differently
from conventional passenger cars in driving
conditions which may occur on streets,
highways and off-road use.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger cars. As with other vehicles of this
type, if you make sharp turns at excessive
speeds or abrupt maneuvers, the vehicle may
roll over or may go out of control and crash.
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Failure to operate this vehicle safely may
result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle,
and severe or fatal injury.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Operator’s Manual. Take time to become
familiar with the driving characteristics of this
vehicle. Be sure you are familiar with all
vehicle controls. Learn how your vehicle
handles on different road surfaces. Do not
attempt sharp turns at excessive speeds or
abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving
actions that can cause loss of vehicle control.
When driving off-road or working the vehicle
hard, do not overload it. And, always wear
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your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash,
an unbelted person is significantly more likely
to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Operating safety
Warning!
G
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
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authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are
familiar with the following information and
rules:
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the safety precautions in this manual
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the “Technical data” section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Warning!
G
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended to
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing
warning labels may cause you and others to
be unaware of certain risks which may result
in an accident and/or personal injury.
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Warning!
G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers
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slow down carefully
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drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and corrected if required. If the matter is not
handled to your satisfaction, please discuss
the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center
management or, if necessary, contact us at
one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department
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98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
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 to the
“National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966”.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle data recording
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, for example, to
diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and
to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Daimler may access the information and
share it with others
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
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in response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
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for use in dispute resolution involving
Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service
organization and/or
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check the Tele Aid subscription
service agreement for details regarding the
information that may be recorded or
transmitted via that system.
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Exterior view ....................................... 24
Cockpit ................................................. 25
Instrument cluster .............................. 26
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 27
Center console .................................... 28
Overhead control panel ...................... 30
Door control panel .............................. 30
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d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1
Exterior view
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Exterior view
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This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function Page
:
Tailgate:
Opening and closing 63
Unlocking manually 229
;
Rear window defroster 127
=
Rear view camera 120
?
Rear window wiper/washer 82
Wiper blade, replacing 238
Wiper blade, cleaning 195
A
Rear lamps 233
B
Fuel filler flap 150
C
Doors:
Locking and unlocking 60
Locking and unlocking
manually 228
D
Exterior rear view mirrors 72
E
Front lamps
233
Function Page
F
Hood 152
G
Wipers:
Wiper blades, replacing 238
Wiper blades, cleaning 195
H
Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid 83
Cleaning 195
I
Power tilt/sliding sunroof 128
J
Headlamp cleaning system 78
K
Tires and wheels 158
Rims and tires 258
L
Brush guard 232
M
Towing eyes 246
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Cockpit
Function Page
:
Combination switch:
Turn signals 77
Wipers 82
High beam 77
;
Headlamp cleaning button 78
=
Cruise control lever 115
?
Horn
A
Instrument cluster 26,
B
Lever for Voice Control
System, see separate
operating instructions
C
Starter switch 65
D
Glove box lock
98
132
Function Page
E
Glove box 132
F
Center console 28
G
Multifunction steering
wheel
H
On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
I
Hood lock release 152
J
Steering wheel adjustment 70
Heated steering wheel 72
K
Exterior lamp switch 74
L
Exterior rear view mirror
adjustment 72
Cockpit
27,
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At a glance
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463_AKB; 3; 35, en-US
d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1
Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
At a glance
Function Page
:
Speedometer with:
L Low-beam headlamp
indicator lamp
d Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) warning
lamp
h Combination low tire
pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale, USA
only
h Low tire pressure
telltale, Canada only
$ Brake warning lamp,
USA only
J Brake warning lamp,
Canada only
;
# Left turn signal
indicator lamp
=
Multifunction display 101
?
! Right turn signal
indicator lamp
75
223
162,
226
162,
226
221
221
77
77
Function Page
A
Tachometer with:
! Antilock Brake
System (ABS) indicator
lamp
7 Seat belt telltale 44,
+ Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)
indicator lamp
= Engine malfunction
indicator lamp, USA only
; Engine malfunction
indicator lamp, Canada only
K High-beam headlamp
indicator lamp
B
Fuel gauge with:
8 Fuel filler flap
indicator: The fuel filler flap
is located on the rear righthand side.
C
Coolant temperature gauge 98
220
222
32,
223
225
225
77
224
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Function Page
D
Reset button for:
Trip odometer 99
Settings 106
Adjusting the instrument
cluster illumination 98
Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Function Page
:
Multifunction display 101
;
Press button W or X:
to select submenus in the
Settings menu 107
to set values
to set the volume
=
Press button 6:
to answer a call 113
1
to dial
to redial
Press button ~:
to end a call 113
to reject an incoming call 113
?
Press button V or U
to select next/previous
menu.
1
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113
113
99
1
Function only available in telephone menu.
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Center console
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Function Page
A
Press button & or *
briefly:
to move within a menu
to select previous or next
track, scene or stored
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station within Audio/DVD
menu
to switch to the phone book
and select a name or
number within Telephone
menu
Press and hold button
& or *:
to select previous or next
track with quick search, or
to select previous or next
station in station list or
wave band within Audio/
DVD menu
to start the quick search in
the phone book within
Telephone menu
Canada vehicles: The steering wheel in
this vehicle may vary from steering wheel
shown. However, multifunction steering
wheel symbols and feature description
apply to Canada vehicles as well.
G 55 AMG: The steering wheel in this
vehicle may vary from steering wheel
shown. However, multifunction steering
wheel symbols and feature description
apply to AMG vehicles as well.
103
113
103
113
Center console
Upper part
Function Page
:
Seat heating, driver’s side 69
;
Windshield defroster
switch 127
=
Rear window wiper/washer
switch 83
?
Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) switch 54
A
Differential lock switches 95
B
Central unlocking switch 63
Central locking switch 63
C
Alarm system indicator
lamp 56
Tow-away alarm off switch 57
D
Seat heating, front
passenger side 69
E
Seat ventilation, front
passenger side 69
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