Mercedes G 55 AMG 2010 User Manual

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G-Class

Operator’s Manual

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Symbols

Trademarks:

BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.

Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc.

ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler.

HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company.

SIRIUS and related marks are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc.

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

Warning!

Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.

Highlights hazards that may result in

damage to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you

may find useful.

This symbol points to instructions for you to follow.

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.

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:

Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jack ..................................................... 201

Jump starting ..................................... 244

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emission System Warranty

Emission Performance Warranty

California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,

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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

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:

Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available.

Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts.

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!

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!

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:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety standards

Warning!

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.

Warning!

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:

turn on your hazard warning flashers

slow down carefully

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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Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 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

for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes

with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee

in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency

for use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or

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

At a glance

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Exterior view

At a glance

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

Rear lamps 233

Fuel filler flap 150

Doors:

Locking and unlocking 60

Locking and unlocking manually 228

Exterior rear view mirrors 72

Front lamps

233

Function Page

Hood 152

Wipers:

Wiper blades, replacing 238

Wiper blades, cleaning 195

Windshield:

Wiping with washer fluid 83

Cleaning 195

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 128

Headlamp cleaning system 78

Tires and wheels 158

Rims and tires 258

Brush guard 232

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

Instrument cluster 26,

Lever for Voice Control System, see separate operating instructions

Starter switch 65

Glove box lock

132

Function Page

Glove box 132

Center console 28

Multifunction steering wheel

On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket

Hood lock release 152

Steering wheel adjustment 70

Heated steering wheel 72

Exterior lamp switch 74

Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 72

Cockpit

27,

At a glance

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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

223

162,

226

162,

226

221

Function Page

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

Fuel gauge with: 8 Fuel filler flap

indicator: The fuel filler flap is located on the rear righthand side.

Coolant temperature gauge 98

220

222

32,

223

225

224

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Function Page

Reset button for:

Trip odometer 99

Settings 106

Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination 98

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

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.

At a glance

113

Function only available in telephone menu.

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Function Page

Press button & or * briefly:

to move within a menu

to select previous or next track, scene or stored

At a glance

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

Differential lock switches 95

Central unlocking switch 63

Central locking switch 63

Alarm system indicator lamp 56

Tow-away alarm off switch 57

Seat heating, front passenger side 69

Seat ventilation, front passenger side 69

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Function Page

Hazard warning flasher switch 78

Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 37

COMAND system, see separate operating instructions

Climate control system 121

Ashtray 135

Cigarette lighter 136

Seat ventilation, driver’s side 69

Center console

Lower part

Function Page

Storage compartment 132

;

Gear selector lever 89

Transfer case switch 94

Parking brake lever 88

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Overhead control panel

At a glance

Function Page

SOS button (Tele Aid system) 140

;

Cargo compartment lamps on/off 81

Right reading lamp on/off 79

Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch 128

Automatic interior lighting 79

Interior rear view mirror 72

Garage door opener 143

Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone and Voice Control System, see separate operating instructions

Left reading lamp on/off 79

Door control panel

Function Page

Switches for opening/ closing front and rear door windows 84

Override switch 50

;

Seat adjustment 66

Inside door handle 62

Memory function (for storing seat, exterior rear view mirrors, and steering wheel settings) 73

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Vehicle equipment .............................. 32

Occupant safety .................................. 32

Panic alarm .......................................... 51

Driving safety systems ....................... 52

Anti-theft systems .............................. 55

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Vehicle equipment

Occupant safety

Introduction

In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system

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components of the vehicle.

The restraint systems are:

Seat belts

Child restraints

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) also known as ISOFIX

Additional protection potential is provided by:

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with

Air bags

Air bag control unit (with crash sensors)

Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) for front and rear outer seat belts

Seat belt force limiter

Air bag system components with

Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp

Front passenger seat with BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system

Although the systems are independent, their protective functions work in conjunction with each other.

Warning!

Modifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint system components or their wiring, as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems, can lead

to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended.

Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs), for example, could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the deceleration threshold for air bag deployment is exceeded. Therefore, never modify the restraint systems. Do not tamper with electronic components or their software.

See “Children in the vehicle”

(Y page 46) for information on

infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle

restraint systems for infants and children

SRS indicator lamp

The SRS system conducts a self-test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running. This facilitates detection of system malfunctions.

The SRS indicator lamp + in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition is switched on. It goes out no later than a few seconds after the engine has been started.

The SRS components are in operational readiness when the SRS indicator lamp + is not lit while the engine is running.

Warning!

The SRS self-check has detected a malfunction when the SRS indicator lamp

does not come on at all

fails to go out after approximately 4 seconds after the engine was started

comes on after the engine was started or while driving

For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system

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checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury. The SRS might also deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury as well.

In addition, improper work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. USA only: Call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.

Air bags

Warning!

Air bags are designed to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain

frontal impacts (front air bags)

side impacts (window curtain air bags)

However, no system available today can completely eliminate injuries and fatalities.

Deployment of the air bags temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the air bags. This dust, however, is neither harmful to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

Warning!

To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver

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and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt.

For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body.

Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating position and correct positioning of the hands on the steering wheel will help to keep you at a safe distance from the air bag. Occupants who are not wearing their seat belt, are not seated properly or are too close to the air bag can be seriously injured or killed by an air bag as it inflates with great force instantaneously:

Sit with the seat belt properly fastened in a position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest.

Move the driver’s seat as far back as possible, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s chest to the center of the air bag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by adjusting the seat and steering wheel. If you have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard.

Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when the driver front air bag inflates.

Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied.

Occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the window curtain air bag inflates. This could result in

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serious injuries or death should the window curtain air bag be deployed. Always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a MercedesBenz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is

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installed properly. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to you or other occupants.

If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you make the buyer aware of this safety information. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual.

Warning!

Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmartTM child restraint which will turn off the front passenger front air bag.

To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines:

(1) Always sit as upright as possible,

wear the seat belt properly, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

(2) Always wear seat belts properly.

Air bags are designed to deploy only in certain frontal impacts (front air bags) and in side

impacts (window curtain air bags) if the system determines the need for air bag deployment. Only in the event of such a situation will they provide their supplemental protection.

The driver and passengers should always wear their seat belts. Otherwise it is not possible for the air bags to provide their supplemental protection.

In case of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds, air bags will not deploy. The driver and passengers will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also needed to provide the best possible protection in a rollover.

Air bags are not a substitute for seat belts. Always wear your seat belt, regardless of whether or not your vehicle is equipped with air bags.

It is important to your safety and that of your passengers to have deployed air bags replaced and to have any malfunctioning air bags repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants.

Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag

Warning!

Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. Their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment. Check with your local government’s disposal guidelines. California residents, see

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www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm.

Air bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced.

Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. They could tear.

Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS.

Do no change or remove any component or part of the SRS.

Do not install additional trim material, seat covers, badges, etc. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger front air bag cover, outboard sides of the seat backrests, door trim panels, or door frame trims.

Do not install additional electrical/ electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring.

Keep area between air bags and occupants free of objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.).

Do not hang items such as coat hangers from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may be thrown around in the vehicle and cause head and other injuries when the window curtain air bag is deployed.

Air bag system components will be hot after an air bag has inflated. Do not touch them.

Never place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

Improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or

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causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or ETD, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Given the considerable deployment speed, required inflation volume, and the material of the air bags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other, potentially more serious injuries resulting from air bag deployment.

If you sell your vehicle, we strongly recommend that you inform the subsequent owner that the vehicle is equipped with SRS. Also refer them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.

Front air bags

Observe Safety notes, see page 33.

Driver’s front air bag : and front passenger front air bag ; are designed to provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger against the risk of injuries to the head and thorax.

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Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed

in the event of certain frontal impacts

if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt

depending on whether the respective seat belt is in use

independently of the window curtain air bags

The driver front air bag is designed to inflate in two stages. This allows the driver front air bag to have different rates of inflation. The

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rate of inflation is based on the vehicle deceleration rate as assessed by the air bag control unit.

The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s preset deployment thresholds. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.

The front air bags will not deploy in the event of a rollover unless the vehicle’s rate of longitudinal deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment threshold for the front air bags.

The front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if

the front passenger seat is occupied

the 4/ indicator lamp in the center console is not lit (Y page 37)

the impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold

The front passenger front air bag is activated or deactivated automatically. Both the driver and the front passenger should always use the 4/ indicator lamp to check whether the front passenger front air bag is activated or deactivated.

Deployment of the driver front air bag does not mean that the front passenger front air bag also should have deployed. If the front passenger seat have determined as being empty the system suppresses deployment of

the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag.

When the front passenger seat is detected as being occupied, the 4/ indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the SmartKey is in starter switch position 1 or 2 or the engine is started and then goes out, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is activated.

Keep in mind that objects placed on the front passenger seat may cause the system to recognize the seat as occupied. This could cause the front passenger front air bag to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system’s deployment threshold.

If the 4/ indicator lamp is illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed.

If the 4/ indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed.

Warning!

Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to deactivate the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the system detects the front passenger seat as empty.

If the 4/ indicator lamp illuminates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the front passenger seat, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated.

In the event of a collision, the air bag control unit will not allow front passenger front air bag deployment when the front passenger seat is detected as being empty.

Have the front passenger reposition himself or herself in the seat until the 4/ indicator lamp goes out. If the 4/ indicator lamp does not go out, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Window curtain air bags

Observe Safety notes, see page 33.

Window curtain air bags : are designed to provide increased protection for the head but not the chest or arms.

Window curtain air bags : are deployed

on the impacted side of the vehicle

in instances with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or acceleration

independently of the front air bags

regardless of whether the front passenger seat is occupied

regardless of whether the seat belt on the impacted side of the vehicle is in use

in certain vehicle rollovers, if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt

Window curtain air bags : are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold.

Window curtain air bags : deploy in the area indicated by the arrows.

BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system

Your vehicle is equipped with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system.

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Warning!

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, the seat belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat:

Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a MercedesBenz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is installed properly. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

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completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in a backseat.

If you must install a BabySmart™ compatible rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure the 4/ indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 4/ indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is

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installed, please check installation. Periodically check the 4/ indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 4/ indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 4/ indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates.

If you have to place a child in a forwardfacing child restraint on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle’s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning!

When using a BabySmart™ compatible child seat on the front passenger seat, the front passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the 4/ indicator lamp remains illuminated.

Please be sure to check the 4/ indicator lamp every time you use a BabySmart™ compatible child seat on the front passenger seat. Should the 4/

indicator lamp go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. If the 4/ indicator lamp remains out, do not use the BabySmart™ restraint to transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

Special BabySmart™ compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system, are required for use with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system. Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on availability. With the special child seat installed properly, the front passenger front air bag will not deploy.

4/ indicator lamp : will be illuminated, except with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the starter switch in position 0.

The system does not deactivate the window curtain air bag and the Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD).

Self-test BabySmart™ without special child seat installed

After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 the 4/ indicator lamp illuminates. If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passenger seat and the front passenger seat is detected as being occupied, the 4/ indicator lamp will illuminate and go out after approximately 6 seconds. If the front passenger seat is not occupied and the front passenger seat is detected as being

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empty, the 4/ indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out.

If the 4/ indicator lamp does not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (Y page 227).

Warning!

Do not place powered-on laptops, mobile phones, electronic tags such as those used in ski passes and like electronic devices on the front passenger seat. Signals from such devices may interfere with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system. Such signal interference may cause the 4/ indicator lamp not to come on during self-test.

If the red SRS indicator lamp + in the instrument cluster and the 4/ indicator lamp are lit at the same time, there is a malfunction in the system. The front passenger front air bag could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in an accident. Have the system checked by qualified technicians as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Warning!

The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart™ compatible.

Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness off the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system. The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the front passenger seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of protecting the child.

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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of special child seats.

Seat belts

Safety notes

The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces.

Even where this is not the case, all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion.

See “Children in the vehicle”

(Y page 46) for information on

infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle

restraint systems for infants and children

Warning!

Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly restrained. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts.

Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident.

If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. The air bags can only protect as intended if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts.

Warning!

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under

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the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and the seat belt is properly positioned on the body.

Warning!

Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a

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time.

Warning!

Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. Also, the seat belt anchoring points must be checked.

Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.

Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Proper use of seat belts

Warning!

USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY

Seat belts can only protect when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as

that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident.

Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes SRS (driver front air bag, front passenger front air bag, window curtain air bags for door windows), Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and seat belt force limiters.

The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front air bags and ETDs) and side (window curtain air bags and ETDs) impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds.

Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm, against your neck or off your shoulder. In a frontal crash, your body would move too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The seat belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen.

Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder. It should not touch the neck. Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm. For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the seat belt outlet.

Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen. If the lap belt is positioned across your abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in a crash.

Never wear seat belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing, such as eyeglasses, pens, keys etc., as these might cause injuries.

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Make sure the seat belt is always fitted snugly. Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing.

Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects at the same time.

Seat belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the seat belt to distribute impact forces. The twisted seat belt against your body could cause injuries.

Pregnant women should also always use a lap/shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen.

Place the seat backrest in a position that is as upright as possible.

Check your seat belt during travel to make sure it is properly positioned.

Never place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

When using a seat belt to secure infant restraints, toddler restraints, or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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Fastening the seat belts

Warning!

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For additional information, see “Children in the vehicle”.

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/ or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

Warning!

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Warning!

Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. They could tear.

Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. This could damage the seat belt.

Never attempt to make modifications to seat belts. This could impair the effectiveness of the seat belts.

All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors to secure child restraints properly. For more information on special seat belt retractors, see “Infant and child restraint systems” (Y page 47).

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Front seat belts and rear outer seat belts

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With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt out of seat belt outlet :.

Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.

Push latch plate ; into buckle = until it clicks.

If necessary, adjust the seat belt to the correct height (Y page 43).

If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.

To release the seat belt with seat belt release button ?, see (Y page 44).

Rear center seat belt

Overview

Attachment for latch plates

;

Buckle for fixed latch plate

Release button for fixed latch plate

Fixed latch plate

Buckle for free-sliding latch plate

Release button for free-sliding latch plate

Free-sliding latch plate

Pull both latch plates ? and C out of attachment :. The seat belt has two latch plates: Latch plate ? is fixed at the end of the seat belt.

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Latch plate C is free-sliding across the seat belt.

To release buckle ; from fixed latch

plate ?, press release button = using a suitable object, e.g. a screwdriver or a coin.

With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt out of attachment :.

Push fixed latch plate ? into buckle ; until it clicks.

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Guide the seat belt at free-sliding latch plate C across your body. Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.

Push free-sliding latch plate C into buckle A until it clicks.

If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.

Seat belt outlet height adjustment

You can adjust the height of the seat belt outlet for the following seats:

Driver’s seat

Front passenger seat

Rear outer seats

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Raising: Slide the seat belt outlet height adjuster upward. The seat belt outlet height adjuster engages in different positions.

Lowering: Press and hold release button :.

Slide the seat belt outlet height adjuster downward.

Release release button : and make sure the seat belt outlet height adjuster engages into place.

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Releasing the seat belts

Releasing front seat belts and rear outer seat belts: Press seat belt release

button ? (Y page 42). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding latch plate ; (Y page 42).

Make sure the seat belt retracts completely. Otherwise the seat belt and/or latch plate could get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism. This can damage the seat belt and impair its effectiveness, and/or cause damage to the

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door and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Releasing rear center seat belt: Press release button B on buckle A for freesliding latch plate C (Y page 42).

Press release button = on buckle ; for fixed latch plate ? (Y page 42).

Allow the retractor to completely rewind the rear center seat belt by guiding fixed latch plate ? (Y page 42).

Guide both latch plates ? and C one after the other into attachment : (Y page 42).

Warning!

To help prevent the possibility of injury, always store the rear center seat belt latch plates in the attachment when the rear center seat belt is not in use.

Enhanced seat belt reminder system

When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale 7 will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.

If the driver’s seat belt and/or the passenger seat belt (with the front passenger seat

occupied) is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will sound. The warning chime goes out after approximately 6 seconds or once the driver’s seat belt and/or the passenger seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) is fastened.

If after these 6 seconds the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) is not fastened with front doors closed,

the seat belt telltale 7 remains illuminated for as long as either the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened.

and if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h), the seat belt telltale 7 starts flashing and a warning chime sounds with increasing intensity for a maximum of 60 seconds or until the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt are fastened.

If you and/or your passenger release the seat belt during driving, the seat belt telltale 7 starts flashing and the warning chime sounds as described before.

If the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt remains unfastened after 60 seconds, the warning chime stops sounding, the seat belt telltale 7 stops flashing but continues to be illuminated.

After a vehicle standstill, the warning chime is reactivated and the seat belt telltale 7 is flashing again if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h).

The seat belt telltale 7 will only go out if both the driver’s and the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is opened.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (Y page 222).

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Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD), seat belt force limiter

The seat belts for the front seats and rear outer seats are equipped with ETDs and seat belt force limiters.

The ETDs are designed to activate in the following cases:

in frontal or rear-end impacts exceeding the system’s preset deployment threshold

if the restraint systems are operational and functioning correctly, see “SRS indicator lamp” (Y page 32)

The ETDs for the front seats will only activate if the front seat belts are fastened (latch plate properly inserted into buckle).

The ETDs for the rear outer seats will activate with or without the respective seat belts fastened.

In an impact, the ETDs remove slack from the seat belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body. Seat belt force limiters, when activated, are employed to help reduce the peak force exerted by the seat belts on occupants during a crash.

The ETDs do not correct an incorrect seat

position or incorrectly worn seat belts.

The ETDs do not pull occupants back toward the seat backrest.

Warning!

Pyrotechnic ETDs that were activated must be replaced.

For your safety, when disposing of the pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Correct driver seat adjustment

Warning!

In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion:

seat adjustment

head restraint adjustment

steering wheel adjustment

rear view mirror adjustment

fastening of seat belts

Steering wheel

Observe Safety notes, see page 70.

Position the steering wheel properly (Y page 71).

Make sure:

You can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows.

You can move your legs freely.

All displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible.

Seat belt

Observe Safety notes, see page 39.

Fasten and position your seat belt correctly (Y page 41).

Make sure:

The seat belt is always fitted snugly.

Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder.

Place the lap portion of the seat belt as low as possible on your hips.

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Seat and head restraint

Observe Safety notes, see page 65.

Position the seat and head restraint properly. See (Y page 66) for seat and head restraint adjustment.

Observe the following points:

Always be in a properly seated position.

The position should be as far rearward from the front air bag in the steering wheel as possible, while still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls.

Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the

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accelerator/brake pedal safely.

The seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten and position your seat belt.

The seat backrest must be in a position that is as nearly upright as possible.

Adjust the seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level.

Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while the seat is being adjusted.

Children in the vehicle

Safety notes

If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:

Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child.

Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. The children could

injure themselves on parts of the vehicle

be seriously or fatally injured through excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold

injure themselves or cause an accident with vehicle equipment that can be operated even if the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch or removed from the vehicle, such as seat adjustment, steering wheel adjustment, or the memory function

If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic.

Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned by these parts.

Warning!

Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place.

Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child’s risk of injury in the event of

strong braking maneuvers

sudden changes of direction

an accident

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Infant and child restraint systems

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

Only use a BabySmart™ compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle.

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 the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for mounting.

To activate the special seat belt retractor:

Pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract.

During seat belt retraction, a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The seat belt is now locked.

Push down on child restraint to take up any slack.

To deactivate the special seat belt retractor:

Release the seat belt buckle and let the seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can then again be used in the usual manner.

Warning!

Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated.

Information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages (Y page 48).

For information on LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors (Y page 49).

The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces.

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Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system. They must be properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restraint. All infant or child restraint systems must comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2.

A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.

When using any infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat, make sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the inside of the vehicle and to infant or child restraints.

Warning!

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Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat:

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or fatal injury will result.

A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle. The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in a backseat.

If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure the 4/ indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 4/ indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. Periodically check the 4/ indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 4/ indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 4/ indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously

injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates.

Warning!

Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt.

Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lb (18 kg) until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident.

Installation of infant and child restraint systems

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Warning!

Always lock the seat backrests in their upright position when the rear seats are occupied by passengers. Lock the seat backrests in their upright position before installing top tether straps or when the extended cargo

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compartment is not in use. Make sure that seat backrests are secured properly by pushing and pulling on the seat backrests. If a seat backrest is not locked properly, the seat backrest could fold. The child seat would no longer be supported properly or positioned to provide its intended benefit. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries.

This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions. The anchorage rings are located on the floor behind each rear seat.

Top tether straps enable an additional connection to be made between child restraint systems secured with LATCH-type (ISOFIX) anchors and rear seats. This can further reduce the risk of injury.

Remove the cargo compartment cover blind, if installed (Y page 132).

Guide the top tether strap between head restraint and top of the seat backrest.

The head restraint must be installed and positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest.

Make sure the top tether strap is not twisted.

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For safety, make sure hook ; is attached to anchorage ring : beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.

Once hook ; is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured.

Install the child restraint system and tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning!

Only use the described top tether anchorage rings for the respective child seat. Other lashing eyelets could tear in case of an accident. Make sure the top tether straps are not crossed or twisted and the hook is attached and closed properly.

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Fold up anchorage ring :.

Securely fasten hook ;, which is part of top tether strap, to anchorage ring :.

Child seat anchors – LATCH-type

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Warning!

Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck.

A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lb (18 kg) until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions.

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The child seat must be firmly attached to both anchors.

An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child.

Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced.

Each rear outer seat has two LATCH-type (ISOFIX) anchors for the installation of a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat with matching mounting fittings.

Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may also be used and can be installed using the

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vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Child safety

Child safety locks

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Warning!

Children could open a rear door from the inside. This may cause serious personal injury or an accident. Therefore, secure the rear doors with the child safety locks whenever children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle.

The child safety locks on the rear doors enable you to secure each rear door individually. You cannot open a secured rear door from the inside. You can open the rear door from the outside when the vehicle is unlocked.

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) anchors : are located between the seat cushion and the backrest.

Install a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle is established.

Make sure that the seat belt for the rear center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed.

Securing: Press the lever up in direction of arrow :.

Check to make sure the child safety locks are working properly.

Releasing: Press the lever down in direction of arrow ;.

Override switch

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

With the override switch you can disable the rear door window switches in the rear door panels. This can be useful, for instance, when you have children riding in the rear passenger compartment.

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Warning!

Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the rear door window opening.

Activating: Slide override switch : to the right. Symbol # becomes visible.

The rear door windows can no longer be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

You can still operate the rear door windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver’s door.

Deactivating: Slide override switch : to the left. The rear door windows can be operated again using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

For more information on power windows, see the “Controls in detail” section (Y page 84).

Panic alarm

Activating: Press and hold ! button : for at least 1 second. An audible alarm and flashing turn signal lamps will operate.

Deactivating: Press ! button : again.

Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch.

i USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

i Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Driving safety systems

Introduction

This section contains information about the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Antilock Brake System)

BAS (Brake Assist System)

EBB (Electronic Brake Booster)

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Electronic Stability Program)

ESP® (

In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of most of the driving systems described in this section is only achieved with winter tires, or snow chains as required.

Safety notes

Warning!

The following factors increase the risk of accidents:

Excessive speed, especially in turns

Wet and slippery road surfaces

Following another vehicle too closely

The driving safety systems described in this section cannot reduce these risks or prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.

Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.

The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this section must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

Always adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions and keep a safe distance to other road users and objects on the street.

If a driving system malfunctions, other driving safety systems may also switch off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear.

Warning!

The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP® switch off when the differential locks are switched on. When the ABS, the BAS, and the ESP® are switched off

wheels may lock during hard braking

steering capabilities are reduced

braking distance is increased

vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is increased

Make sure the differential locks are switched on at all times except when driving off-road for example. Switch on the differential locks immediately when returning from off-road driving.

ABS

Observe Safety notes, see page 52.

Warning!

Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness.

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.

The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of road surface conditions, provided the differential locks are not engaged.

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On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure.

The ABS indicator lamp ! in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running.

Braking

At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal. The pulsation indicates that the ABS is in the regulating mode.

Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while you feel the pulsation.

Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely braking power and the ability to steer the vehicle.

The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

Emergency brake maneuver

Keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal.

Warning!

If the ABS malfunctions, other driving safety systems such as the BAS or the ESP® are also switched off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear.

If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability and extending the braking distance.

LOW-RANGE ABS

During off-road driving, a special low-range system for the ABS is operational with the transfer case in position LOW (Y page 93).

An improved braking action (dig-in effect) is obtained for vehicles speeds of up to 37 mph

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(60 km/h) through a change in the ABS control function.

BAS

Observe Safety notes, see page 52.

The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS provides full brake boost automatically, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance.

Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking.

When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated.

Warning!

If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system still functions, but without the additional brake boost available that the BAS would normally provide in an emergency braking maneuver. Therefore, the braking distance may increase.

EBB

Observe Safety notes, see page 52.

The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort in straight-line braking without a loss of vehicle stability.

Warning!

If the EBB malfunctions, the brake system is still functioning. However, the rear wheels may lock up during hard braking. You may to lose control over the vehicle and possibly cause an accident. Adjust your driving style to the non-operating status of the EBB.

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ESP

Observe Safety notes, see page 52.

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) is operational as soon as the engine is running. It monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling.

The ESP® recognizes that the vehicle deviates from the direction of travel as intended by the driver. By applying brakes to individual wheels and by limiting the engine output, the ESP® works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP® is especially useful while driving off and

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on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers.

The ESP® warning lamp d in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running.

The ESP® warning lamp d in the instrument cluster flashes when the ESP® is

engaged.

Warning!

Never switch off the ESP® when you see the ESP® warning lamp d flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows:

When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.

While driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.

Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid. The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer. Such testing should be no longer than 10 seconds.

Active braking action through the ESP

may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

The ESP® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s Manual.

Electronic Traction System (4-ETS)

Observe Safety notes, see page 52.

The 4-ETS (four-wheel Electronic Traction System) is a component of the ESP®. The 4-ETS improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize available traction, especially under slippery road conditions by applying the brakes to a spinning wheel. In addition, more power is transferred to the wheel(s) with traction.

The 4-ETS function is available between vehicle speeds of 0 mph (km/h) and 37 mph (60 km/h).

When you switch off the ESP®, the 4-ETS is still enabled.

Switching off the ESP

Warning!

The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling

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the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers.

To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP®. This allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip, for example

when driving with snow chains

in deep snow

in sand or gravel

when driving off-road

Warning!

Switch on the ESP® immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. Otherwise the ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning.

When you switch off the ESP®,

the ESP® does not stabilize the vehicle

the engine output is not limited, which allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

the ESP® continues to operate when you are braking

the 4-ETS will still apply the brakes to a spinning wheel at vehicle speeds up to approximately 37 mph (60 km/h)

the cruise control cannot be activated

the cruise control switches off if activated

When the ESP® is switched off and one or

more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP

warning lamp d in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESP® will

then not stabilize the vehicle.

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With the engine running, press ESP switch : until the ESP® warning lamp d in the instrument cluster comes on. The ESP® is switched off.

Warning!

When the ESP® warning lamp d is

illuminated continuously, the ESP® is switched off or is not operational due to a malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced.

Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP®.

Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Switching on the ESP

Press ESP® switch : until the ESP

warning lamp d in the instrument cluster goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode with the ESP® switched on.

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When the ESP® is switched off, it will be switched on again automatically when exceeding a vehicle speed of 37 mph (60 km/h) or exceeding a severity threshold of side acceleration.

Anti-theft systems

Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.

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When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The engine can be started by anyone with a valid SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.

Activating

Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.

Deactivating

Switch on the ignition.

Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.

Starting the engine will also deactivate

the immobilizer.

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In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicator lamp : flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed.

If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, a door or the tailgate may not be properly closed.

Close the respective element.

Anti-theft alarm system

Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens

a door

the tailgate

the hood

The alarm will stay on even if the activating element, a door, for example, is closed

Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed.

i Unless you open a door or the tailgate

within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking the vehicle:

The vehicle will be locked again.

The anti-theft alarm system will be rearmed.

immediately.

The alarm system will also be triggered when

the vehicle is opened with the mechanical key

a door is opened from the inside

the tailgate is opened from the inside

To cancel the alarm after it has been triggered, see “Canceling the alarm”

Tow-away alarm

Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.

To cancel the alarm after it has been triggered, see “Canceling the alarm” (Y page 57).

(Y page 57).

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Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The tow-away alarm is armed after about 30 seconds automatically.

Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The tow-away alarm remains disarmed until you lock the vehicle again.

Disabling tow-away alarm

To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm, disable the tow-away alarm feature before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.

Anti-theft systems

Safety and security

Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.

Press tow-away alarm switch :. Indicator lamp ; comes on briefly.

Exit and lock the vehicle.

The tow-away alarm remains disabled until you lock the vehicle again.

Canceling the alarm

To cancel the alarm, do one of the following:

Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch.

Press button % or & on the SmartKey.

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Vehicle equipment .............................. 60

Locking and unlocking ....................... 60

Starter switch positions ..................... 65

Seats .................................................... 65

Multifunction steering wheel ............. 70

Mirrors ................................................. 72

Memory function ................................. 73

Lighting ................................................ 74

Wipers .................................................. 82

Power windows ................................... 84

Driving and parking ............................ 85

Automatic transmission ..................... 89

Transfer case ....................................... 93

Differential locks ................................. 95

Instrument cluster .............................. 98

Control system .................................... 99

Driving systems ................................ 115

Climate control system .................... 121

Windshield defroster ........................ 127

Rear window defroster ..................... 127

Power tilt/sliding sunroof ............... 128

Loading and storing .......................... 129

Useful features ................................. 134

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Vehicle equipment

Locking and unlocking

Notes

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

When unlocking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the

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doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

When locking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

All doors, the hood and the tailgate must be closed.

If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey, the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the SmartKey is malfunctioning, or the vehicle battery is drained.

Check the batteries in the SmartKey (Y page 61) and replace them if necessary.

Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver’s door and the tailgate (Y page 228).

Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle (Y page 229).

Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

SmartKey

Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key.

The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks

the doors

the tailgate

the fuel filler flap

: &

; %

Lock button

Unlock button

i USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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i Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Factory setting

Global unlocking: Press button %.

Unless you open a door or the tailgate within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking the vehicle:

The vehicle will be locked again.

The anti-theft alarm system will be rearmed.

Global locking: Press button &.

Selective setting

If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogramm the SmartKey. Pressing button % will then only unlock the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap.

Switching on/off: Press and hold buttons

% and & simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds until the battery check lamp (Y page 61) flashes twice.

The SmartKey will then function as follows:

Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap: Press button % once.

Global unlocking: Press button % twice.

Global locking: Press button &.

Locking and unlocking

Checking SmartKey batteries

Press button & or % on the SmartKey. Battery check lamp : comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order.

If the battery check lamp does not come on briefly during check, the SmartKey batteries are discharged.

Replace the batteries (Y page 232).

You can obtain the required batteries at

any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If the batteries are checked within signal

range of the vehicle, pressing button & or % will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.

Loss of the SmartKey

If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following:

Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately.

Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary.

Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. For information on replacing the SmartKey, see “Replacing the SmartKey” (Y page 62).

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Replacing the SmartKey

Only you, or someone authorized by you can order a replacement key from any MercedesBenz Center. In order to do so, the MercedesBenz Center will require proof of identity and vehicle ownership with original documents, including the following:

If you are the current owner of the vehicle:

the vehicle’s current state registration

a current identity card, passport, or drivers license

If you are an authorized person:

the vehicle’s current state registration

a current identity card, passport, or drivers

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license for the authorized individual

signed and dated authorization from the owner of the vehicle for which the key is being requested

Duplicated or photocopied

documentation will not be accepted.

Activating the key

Example illustration driver’s door

If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey, opening a door or the tailgate from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.

To cancel the alarm, see (Y page 57).

Front doors: Pull on inside door handle ; on the respective front door. If the door was locked, locking knob : will move up.

Rear doors: Pull up locking knob on the respective rear door to unlock door.

Pull on the inside door handle on the

respective rear door. Once you, or an authorized person, has provided the appropriate documents, the Mercedes-Benz Center will need to synchronize the key to your vehicle before it can be used. In order to do so, the MercedesBenz Center need access to your vehicle.

Automatic central locking

You can switch the automatic central locking on or off using the control system (Y page 111).

The doors and the tailgate lock automatically

Opening the doors from the inside

You can open a door from the inside even when it is locked unless it is secured with the child safety lock (Y page 50).

Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

when the vehicle is set into motion.

You can open a locked front door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

The doors and the tailgate are designed to unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold.

The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at a vehicle speed of above 9 mph (15 km/h). You could therefore lock yourself

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out when the vehicle is pushed or towed or is on a test stand.

Locking and unlocking from the inside

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

You can lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside using the central locking or unlocking switch. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive.

The central locking or unlocking switch does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap.

Locking and unlocking

Tailgate

Warning!

Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.

Warning!

The tailgate swings open to one side. Always make sure there is sufficient clearance for the tailgate.

The tailgate swings up and beyond the rear bumper when opening. Therefore, make sure there is sufficient clearance above and behind the vehicle.

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Locking: Press central locking switch ;. When all doors and the tailgate are closed, the vehicle locks.

Unlocking: Press central unlocking switch :.

You can open a locked front door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch

and the SmartKey is set to factory settings, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a front door is opened from the inside

and the SmartKey is set to selective settings, only the front door opened from the inside is unlocked

If the vehicle has been locked centrally with the SmartKey, it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch.

Opening the tailgate from the outside

Unlock the vehicle (Y page 60).

Press lock cylinder : and pull on handle ;.

Open the tailgate to the side.

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Closing the tailgate from the outside

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Warning!

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around.

To prevent an inadvertent lockout, do not place the SmartKey in the cargo compartment.

Locking: Close the tailgate.

Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey (Y page 228).

Opening the tailgate from the inside

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Insert the mechanical key in the lock cylinder.

Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the tailgate.

The tailgate remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked.

You can only cancel the separate tailgate locking mode by means of the mechanical key.

Unlocking: Remove the mechanical key

Pull on inside door handle ;.

If the door was locked:

Pull up locking knob :.

Pull on inside door handle ;.

from the SmartKey (Y page 228).

Insert the mechanical key in the lock cylinder.

Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise to neutral position 1 and remove the mechanical key in that position to unlock

Separately locking and unlocking the tailgate

the tailgate. You can now open the tailgate.

To deny any unauthorized person access to the tailgate, lock it separately with the mechanical key.

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Starter switch positions

SmartKey

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Starter switch

For removing SmartKey (gear selector lever must be in park position P)

Power supply for some electrical consumers, e.g. wipers

Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position

Starting position

When you switch on the ignition, all lamps in the instrument cluster come on. The lowbeam headlamp indicator lamp, high-beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps will only come on if activated. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (Y page 219).

If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the starter switch. In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock, remove SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert.

The steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch.

Seats

Always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation. This will help to prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged vehicle battery.

If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch, the vehicle battery may not be sufficiently charged.

Check the vehicle battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 244).

Get a jump start (Y page 244).

Seats

Safety notes

Warning!

In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion:

seat adjustment

head restraint adjustment

steering wheel adjustment

rear view mirror adjustment

fastening of seat belts

Warning!

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and seat belts are properly positioned on the body.

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Warning!

Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt.

Observe the following points:

Adjust the seat backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far back as possible with the driver still able to operate the controls properly.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible. The center of

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the head restraint must support the back of the head at eye level.

Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

Failure to do so could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Warning!

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For additional information, see “Children in the vehicle”.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Seat adjustment

When moving the seats, make sure

there are no items in the footwell or behind the seat

the cup holder next to the armrest is removed

the cup holder in the front passenger footwell is folded closed

Otherwise, you could damage the seats.

Power seats

The memory function (Y page 73) lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors.

Switch on the ignition.

Open the respective door.

Warning!

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

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Seat fore and aft adjustment: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow =.

Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow ;.

Seat height: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow A.

Seat cushion tilt: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow ? until your upper legs are lightly supported.

Head restraint height: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow :.

Head restraint fore and aft adjustment

Seats

Removing: Press switch : upwards and hold until the head restraint is fully extended.

Pull out the head restraint with both hands.

Installing: Press switch : upwards and hold for about 5 seconds.

Insert the head restraint into openings on the seat backrest.

The guide bar with the detent must be on

the left.

Push the head restraint down until it engages.

Adjust the head restraint to the desired position.

Lumbar support

You can adjust the contour of the front seat’s lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine.

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Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion to the desired position.

Removing and installing front seat head restraints

Tilt the seat backrest rearward for easier removal and installation of the head restraints.

Curvature position: Use button : to move the curvature up and button = to move it down.

Degree of curvature: Use button ; to lessen the curvature and button ? to increase it.

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Rear seat head restraints

Warning!

For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied.

Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints.

Warning!

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back

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of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

With a rear seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Rear seat head restraint height adjustment

Rear seat head restraints, removing and installing

Removing: Pull out the head restraint with both hands.

The head restraint(s) should be stored in

a secure place.

Installing: Insert the head restraint into openings on the seat backrest.

Push the head restraint down to the stop.

Adjust the head restraint to the desired position.

Multicontour seat

The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support.

The seat cushion depth, seat backrest cushion-height and curvature can be continuously varied with switches on the inside of each front seat when the ignition is switched on.

Raising: Pull head restraint upward to the desired position.

Lowering: Push head restraint downward to the desired position.

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Switch on the ignition.

Seat cushion depth: Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg using switch :.

Seat backrest contour: Adjust the contour of the seat backrest to the desired position using switches ; and =.

Seat backrest side bolsters: Adjust the side bolsters so that they provide good lateral support using switch ?.

Seats

Three blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation switch : come on.

Press seat ventilation switch : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set.

Switching off: Press seat ventilation switch : repeatedly until all indicator lamps go out.

If there is insufficient voltage the seat ventilating switches off automatically.

Seat heating

Front seat heating

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Seat ventilation

The blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation switch : come on to show which ventilation level you have selected.

The seat ventilation for the driver’s seat can be activated using the summer opening feature (Y page 84).

Switch on the ignition.

Switching on: Press seat ventilation switch :.

The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected.

The seat heating switches from level 3 (high) to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes.

The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes.

The seat heating switches off automatically from level 1 after approximately 20 minutes.

Switch on the ignition.

Switching on: Press seat heating switch :.

Three red indicator lamps in seat heating switch : come on.

Continue pressing seat heating switch : until desired seat heating level is reached.

Switching off: Press seat heating switch : repeatedly until all indicator lamps go out.

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If one or more of the indicator lamps in respective seat heating button : are flashing, there is insufficient voltage available since too many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat heating switches off automatically.

The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.

Rear seat heating

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Normal heating

;

Rapid heating

The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected.

The seat heating switches from level 2 (rapid seat heating) to level 1 (normal seat heating) after approximately 5 minutes.

The seat heating switches off automatically from level 1 after approximately 30 minutes.

Switch on the ignition.

Switching on seat heating: Press upper switch position :. A red indicator lamp in the switch comes on.

Switching off seat heating: Press upper switch position : once more.

Switching on rapid seat heating: Press lower switch position ;. Both red indicator lamps in the switch come on.

Switching off rapid seat heating: Press lower switch position ; once more.

If one or both of the indicator lamps in the seat heating switch are flashing, there is insufficient voltage available since too many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat heating switches off automatically.

The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.

Multifunction steering wheel

Safety notes

Warning!

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

The steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated when the driver’s door is open. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Make sure

you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows

you can move your legs freely

all displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible

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Steering wheel adjustment

Switch on the ignition.

Open the driver’s door.

Adjusting steering wheel in or out: Move stalk in direction of arrows :.

Adjusting steering wheel up or down:

Move stalk in direction of arrows ;.

The memory function (Y page 73) lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors.

Easy-entry/exit feature

This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position.

The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system (Y page 111).

Warning!

You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.

Multifunction steering wheel

To stop steering wheel movement do one of the following:

Move steering wheel adjustment stalk.

Press one of the memory position buttons.

Press the memory button.

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on. The steering wheel will also return to its last set position when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch with the driver’s door closed.

The last set steering wheel position is stored when the ignition is switched off or the position is stored in memory (Y page 74).

With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The steering wheel also tilts upwards when you open the driver’s door with the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1.

When the current position for the steering wheel is in the uppermost tilt position, the steering wheel will no longer be able to move upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.

The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted when the engine is started.

Warning!

Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion. All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

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Heated steering wheel

The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel.

Switch on the ignition.

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Switching on: Turn switch at the tip of the stalk in direction of arrow :. Indicator lamp = comes on.

The steering wheel heating may be

suspended temporarily. However, indicator lamp = remains on. The steering wheel heating is suspended when the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86‡ (30†). It is also suspended when the temperature of the steering wheel is above 95‡ (35†).

When these conditions do not apply anymore, steering wheel heating continues.

Mirrors

Notes

Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions.

Interior rear view mirror

Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually.

Exterior rear view mirrors

Warning!

Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

Switching off: Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direction of arrow ;. Indicator lamp = goes out.

Indicator lamp = flashes or goes out in

case of power surge or undervoltage or if the steering wheel heating malfunctions.

The steering wheel heating switches off automatically when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.

For more information on the steering wheel, see “Multifunction steering wheel” (Y page 99).

Switch on the ignition.

Press button = for the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror or button ; for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.

Press adjustment button : up, down, left or right according to the desired setting.

If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly hit from the front, manually snap it back into place.

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At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically.

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors

The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror.

The rear view mirrors will not react if the automatic transmission is set to reverse gear

R or the interior lighting is switched on.

Warning!

The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror.

The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not react, for example, when transporting cargo which covers the rear window.

Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles (incident light) could blind you. As a result, you may not be able to observe traffic conditions and could cause an accident.

Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position

This feature is only available in Canada vehicles.

To assist during parking maneuvers, you can set the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the rear wheel and the road curb.

Setting and storing the parking position

Memory function

Switch on the ignition.

Press button ;, to select the passengerside exterior rear view mirror.

Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R. The passenger-side exterior rear view mirror moves to the preset parking position.

Calling up the parking position

Switch on the ignition.

Press button ;, to select the passengerside exterior rear view mirror.

The passenger-side exterior rear view mirror returns to its previously stored driving position

10 seconds after you have put the gear selector lever out of reverse gear R

immediately once your vehicle exceeds a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)

immediately when you press button : to select the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror

Memory function

Notes

With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations per front seat.

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Each memory position button on the driver’s side can store all of the following settings:

Seat position

Multicontour seat: previously saved settings

Steering wheel position

Exterior rear view mirrors’ position

Warning!

Do not activate the memory function while driving. Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Each memory position button on the front

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passenger side can store all of the following settings:

Seat position

Multicontour seat: previously saved settings

Recalling positions from memory

Press and hold desired memory position button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat has moved to the stored position completely. On the driver’s side, also wait for the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to move to the stored position.

Releasing the memory position button stops movement to the stored positions immediately.

Lighting

Notes

If you drive in countries with left-hand driving, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Exterior lamp switch

Storing positions into memory

Adjust the seats.

On the driver’s side, also adjust the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired positions.

Press memory button ; once and within 3 seconds press one memory position button : 1, 2 or 3.

All settings are stored to the selected position.

1 W

2 X

3 $

4 Ã

5 T

6 L

Standing lamps, left

Standing lamps, right

Off Daytime running lamp mode

Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode

Parking lamps (also tail lamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps and instrument panel lamps)

Low-beam headlamps or high-beam headlamps

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7 N

8 R

Front fog lamps

Rear fog lamp

If you hear a warning signal you have forgotten to switch off the low-beam headlamps or the parking lamps before opening the driver’s door.

In addition, the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display.

Switch off the low-beam headlamps or the parking lamps.

If the message Turn off lights or remove key appears in the multifunction display remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or switch off the headlamps.

Failure to switch off the exterior lamps when leaving the vehicle may result in a discharged battery.

Low-beam headlamps

The low-beam headlamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch.

Switching on: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L. The following lamps come on:

Low-beam headlamps

Tail lamps

Parking lamps

License plate lamps

Side marker lamps

Instrument panel lamps

Green indicator lamp L in the instrument cluster

Switching off: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $.

Lighting

Automatic headlamp mode

The following lamps come on and go out automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light:

Low-beam headlamps

Tail lamps

Parking lamps

License plate lamps

Side marker lamps

Warning!

If the exterior lamp switch is set to Ã, the headlamps will not automatically come on under foggy conditions.

To minimize risk to you and to others, activate headlamps by turning exterior lamp switch to L when driving or when traffic and/or ambient lighting conditions require you to do so.

In low ambient lighting conditions, only switch from position Ã to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Switching from Ã to L will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident.

The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid to the driver. The driver is responsible for the operation of the vehicle’s lights at all times.

Switching on: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position Ã.

The following lamps come on and go out depending on the brightness of the ambient light with the SmartKey in starter switch position 1:

Tail lamps

Parking lamps

License plate lamps

Side marker lamps

When the engine is running, the low-beam headlamps will also come on and turn off automatically.

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Canada only: High-beam headlamps are only available with the exterior lamp switch in position L.

Daytime running lamp mode

In Canada, the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant mode.

In the USA, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated by default.

Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control system, see “Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off (USA only)” (Y page 109).

Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ or Ã.

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When the engine is running, the low-beam headlamps come on.

In low ambient lighting conditions, the following lamps will come on additionally:

Tail lamps

Parking lamps

License plate lamps

Side marker lamps

With the daytime running lamp mode activated and the engine running, you cannot switch off the low-beam headlamps manually.

Canada only

With the exterior lamp switch in position $ or Ã, you cannot switch on the high-beam headlamps.

The high-beam flasher is available at all times.

For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch to position L to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps.

When the engine is running, and you

shift from a driving position to neutral position N or park position P with the vehicle at a standstill, the low-beam headlamps will go out with a delay of 3 minutes

turn the exterior lamp switch to position T, the low-beam headlamps, the tail

and parking lamps, the license plate lamps and the side marker lamps come on

turn the exterior lamp switch to position L, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode

The corresponding exterior lamps come on (Y page 74).

USA only

In bright ambient lighting conditions you can switch on the high-beam headlamps with the exterior lamp switch in position L. In low ambient lighting conditions you can switch on the high-beam headlamps with the exterior lamp switch in position $, Ã or L.

The high-beam flasher is available at all times.

For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch to position L to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps.

When the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode.

The corresponding exterior lamps come on (Y page 74).

Fog lamps

Fog lamps cannot be switched on with the exterior lamp switch in position Ã.

Warning!

In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions, only switch from position Ã to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.

Switching from Ã to L will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident.

Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and/or the low-beam headlamps on. Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low-beam headlamps. Consult your State or

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Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding permissible lamp operation.

Turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L (Y page 74).

Switching on front fog lamps: Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop. The green indicator lamp N in the exterior lamp switch comes on.

Switching on rear fog lamp: Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop. The rear fog lamp, the front fog lamps, the green N and the yellow indicator lamp R in the exterior lamp switch come on.

Switching off front fog lamps/rear fog lamp: Push in the exterior lamp switch to

its stop.

Locator lighting and night security illumination

Locator lighting and night security illumination are described in the “Control system” section, see “Switching locator lighting on or off” (Y page 109) and “Switching night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) on or off” (Y page 110).

Lighting

High beam

Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L (Y page 74).

Switching on: Push the combination switch in direction of arrow :. The high-beam headlamp indicator lamp K in the instrument cluster comes on.

Switching off: Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow ; to its original position.

Also note the information on high-beam headlamps with activated automatic headlamp mode (Y page 75) or the daytime running lamp mode (Y page 76).

High-beam flasher

Switching on: Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow ;.

Turn signals

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Combination switch

Press the combination switch in direction of arrow : or ;. The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp ! or # in the instrument cluster flashes.

The combination switch resets automatically after major steering wheel movements.

To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes, press the combination switch only to point of resistance and release. The corresponding turn signal lamps will flash three times.

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Hazard warning flasher

The hazard warning flasher can be switched

on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch.

The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys.

The headlamps will be cleaned automatically when you have

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Switch on the ignition. Press headlamp cleaning button :.

The headlamps are cleaned with a highpressure water jet.

switched on the headlamps

and

the windshield wipers have wiped the windshield with washer fluid fifteen times

For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Washer system and headlamp cleaning system” (Y page 157).

Controls in detail

Corner-illuminating front fog lamps

Switching on: Press hazard warning flasher switch :. All turn signal lamps are flashing.

With the hazard warning flasher activated and the combination switch set for either left or right turn, only the respective left or right turn signals will operate when the ignition is switched on.

Switching off: Press hazard warning flasher switch : again.

If the hazard warning flasher has been activated automatically, press hazard warning flasher switch : to switch it off.

Headlamp cleaning system

The corner-illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area in the direction into which you are turning.

The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will only operate

in low ambient lighting conditions

at vehicle speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h)

with the front fog lamps switched off

when the engine is running

Switching on

Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L or Ã.

Activate the daytime running lamp mode (Y page 76).

Switch on the left or right turn signal, depending on whether you are turning left or right. The respective front fog lamp comes on. If you have switched on the turn signal for one side but turn the steering wheel in the other direction, the corner-illuminating

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front fog lamp on the side of the turn signal comes on.

Turn the steering wheel in the desired direction. Driving forward: The front fog lamp on the side of your steering direction comes on.

Driving in reverse: The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on.

The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will come on automatically depending on the steering angle, even if you did not switch on either turn signal. If the corner-illuminating front fog lamps came on automatically, they will also go out automatically depending on the steering angle and vehicle speed.

The corner-illuminating front fog lamps temporarily come on on both sides of the vehicle if you turn the steering wheel in one direction and then again in the other direction shortly thereafter.

The corner-illuminating front fog lamp remains lit for a short time only. It then goes out automatically.

Switching off

Switch off the left or right turn signal.

Steer straight ahead.

There may be a brief delay before the

corner-illuminating front fog lamps go out.

Lighting

Interior lighting in the front

The interior lighting controls are located in the overhead control panel.

Left reading lamp

;

p Left reading lamp on/off

Right reading lamp

p Right reading lamp on/off

Rocker switch for automatic control and manual control

Interior lamp

Automatic control

Activating: Press rocker switch A to center position. The interior lighting (except cargo compartment lamps) comes on in darkness, when you

unlock the vehicle

remove the SmartKey from the starter switch (Interior Light. Delay.Sw.Off must be switched on (Y page 111))

open a front door (the interior lighting in the front comes on)

open a rear door (the interior lighting in the rear comes on)

The interior lighting goes out after a short time.

If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after a few minutes when the SmartKey is removed.

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Deactivating: Press symbol y on rocker switch A.

Reading lamps

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Switching on/off: Press respective reading lamp switch p.

Manual control

An interior lamp switched on manually

does not go out automatically.

Switching rear interior lamp on/off manually

Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery.

Switching interior lighting on: Press symbol c on rocker switch A.

Switching interior lighting off: Press rocker switch A to center position to

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activate the automatic control.

Switching front reading lamps on/off:

Press respective button p.

Switching rear interior lamp on/off:

Press switch :. The cargo compartment lamps will also

Interior lighting in the rear

come on and off.

An interior lamp switched on manually

does not go out automatically.

Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery.

Left reading lamp

;

Rear interior lamp

Right reading lamp

p Right rear reading lamp on/off

p Left rear reading lamp on/off

Switching rear interior lamp on/off automatically

The rear interior lamp switches on and off automatically when the automatic control is switched on (Y page 79) and a rear door is opened or closed.

The rear interior lamp cannot be switched

off with switch : (Y page 80) located in the front overhead control panel.

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Cargo compartment lamps

The switch for the cargo compartment lamps and the rear interior lamp is located in the overhead control panel.

The cargo compartment lamps are located above the rear window.

Lighting

Switching cargo compartment lamps off and on with the tailgate open

Warning!

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around.

Warning!

To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged, switch off the cargo compartment lamps if the tailgate should remain open for a longer period of time.

Controls in detail

Switching cargo compartment lamps ; on/off: Press switch :.

When opening the tailgate, cargo

compartment lamps ; come on automatically. Switching off cargo compartment lamps ; using switch : in the overhead control panel then is not possible. You can switch off cargo compartment lamps ; if the tailgate should remain open for a longer period of time, see “Switching cargo compartment lamps off and on with the tailgate open” (Y page 81).

Switching off: Open the tailgate (Y page 63).

Press door lock : down in direction of arrow until it engages.

Do not close the tailgate if the lock is engaged in down position. The lock could otherwise be damaged. When locking the tailgate, it is important that the door lock be in the same original position as shown in the illustration. To return door lock : to its original position, press lock cylinder ;.

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Switching on: Press lock cylinder ; to activate the cargo compartment lamps again. The cargo compartment lamps will come on.

Wipers

Notes

Do not operate the wipers when the windshield/rear window is dry. Dust that accumulates on a windshield/rear window might scratch the glass and/or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield/rear window. If it is necessary

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to operate the wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the wipers with washer fluid.

Windshield wipers

Observe notes on page (Y page 82).

Switching on/off

Combination switch

III Fast continuous wiping

II Slow continuous wiping

I Intermittent wiping

0 Windshield wipers off

í Single wipe/ î Wiping with

washer fluid

Switch on the ignition.

Turn the combination switch to the desired position, depending on the intensity of the rain.

Intermittent wiping

Only switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation.

When you select intermittent wiping, the rain sensor is activated. The rain sensor sets a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically.

Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result.

If you have set intermittent wiping, dirt on the surface of the rain sensor or optical effects may cause the windshield wipers to wipe in an undesired fashion. This could then damage the windshield wiper blades or scratch the windshield. You should therefore switch off the windshield wipers when weather conditions are dry.

Intermittent wiping interval is dependent on the wetness of the windshield. After the initial wipe, pauses between wipes are controlled by the rain sensor automatically.

Turn the combination switch to position I.

Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is opened. This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed.

Intermittent wiping will be continued when all doors are closed and

the automatic transmission is in drive position D or reverse gear R

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the wiper setting is changed using the combination switch

Single wipe

Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow A to the resistance point. The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.

Wiping with washer fluid

Press the combination switch in direction of arrow A past the resistance point. The windshield wipers operate with washer fluid.

To prevent smears on the windshield or noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining.

For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Washer system and headlamp cleaning system” (Y page 157).

For information on cleaning the headlamps with washer fluid, see “Headlamp cleaning system” (Y page 78).

Wipers

Switch on the ignition.

Activating intermittent wiping: Press switch :. Indicator lamp ; comes on.

Deactivating intermittent wiping: Press switch : again. Indicator lamp ; goes out.

Wiping with washer fluid: Press and hold switch =. The rear window is wiped for another 5 seconds after switch = is released.

For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Washer system and headlamp cleaning system” (Y page 157).

Problems with wipers

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Rear window wiper/washer

Observe notes on page (Y page 82).

The rear window wiper engages automatically when the automatic transmission is shifted into reverse gear R with the windshield wipers switched on.

If anything blocks the wipers (leaves,

snow, etc.), switch them off immediately.

For safety reasons, do the following before attempting to remove any blockage:

Stop the vehicle in a safe location.

Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.

Engage the parking brake.

Remove blockage.

Turn the wipers on again.

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If the windshield wipers fail to function at all with the combination switch in position I,

set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed

have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

Power windows

Opening and closing

The door windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door windows

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are located on the driver’s door control panel. The switches for the respective door windows are located on the front passenger door and on the rear doors.

Operating the rear door windows from the rear is not possible when you activate the override switch (Y page 50).

Observe Safety notes, see page 46.

Warning!

When closing the door windows, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.

Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the window opening.

The closing of the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or by releasing button & on the SmartKey.

Warning!

Do not keep any part of your body up against the window pane when opening a window. The downward motion of the pane may pull that part of your body down between the window pane and the door frame and trap it there. If there is a risk of entrapment, release the switch and pull it to close the window.

You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey, see “Summer opening feature” (Y page 84) and “Convenience closing feature” (Y page 85).

Override switch (Y page 50)

;

Left front door window

Right front door window

Right rear door window

Left rear door window

Switch on the ignition.

Opening/closing: Press or pull and hold switch ; to A to the resistance point. The corresponding door window moves downward or upward until you release the switch.

Express opening: Press switch ; to A past the resistance point and release. The corresponding door window opens completely.

Stopping during express opening: Press or pull the respective switch again.

Summer opening feature

When the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously

opening the windows

opening the tilt/sliding sunroof

The summer opening feature can only be activated via the remote control of the

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SmartKey. The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver’s outside door handle.

Aim the transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver’s outside door handle.

Press and hold button % on the SmartKey until the windows and the tilt/ sliding sunroof have reached the desired position. The vehicle unlocks.

Release button % on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure.

Convenience closing feature

When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof.

Warning!

When closing the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.

If potential danger exists, proceed as follows:

Release button & to stop the closing procedure. To open, press and hold button %. To continue the closing procedure after making sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure, press and hold button &.

The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver’s outside door handle.

Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver’s outside door handle.

Press and hold button & on the SmartKey until the windows and the tilt/ sliding sunroof are closed completely.

Release button & on the SmartKey to interrupt the closing procedure.

Driving and parking

Safety notes

Warning!

Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance.

During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between or under the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury.

Warning!

With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.

Starting the engine

Warning!

Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times.

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Automatic transmission

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Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure.

If the engine does not start after several starting attempts:

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter.

The battery may not be charged sufficiently.

Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission

Park position with gear selector lever lock

Reverse gear

Neutral position

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Drive position

For more information, see “Automatic transmission” (Y page 89).

Make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P.

Get a jump start (Y page 244).

If the engine will not start despite a jump start:

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

The starter has been exposed to excessive temperatures.

Let the starter cool for about 2 minutes.

Repeat the starting procedure.

If the engine does not start after several

Starting

Do not depress the accelerator pedal.

Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to

starting attempts:

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

position 3 (Y page 65) and release it. The engine starts automatically.

Driving off

Starting difficulties

Remember that extended starting

attempts can drain the battery.

If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it

Warning!

On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control.

can no longer be turned in the starter switch. In this case, the steering is locked.

To unlock, remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert.

Do not run a cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine. This is not covered by the

The engine does not start. You can hear

Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

the starter.

There could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system.

If an acoustic warning sounds and the message Release Parking Brake appears in the multifunction display when

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driving off, you have forgotten to release the parking brake.

Release the parking brake.

Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Once the vehicle is in motion, the automatic central locking function engages and the locking knobs in the doors move down.

The automatic central locking function can be switched off (Y page 111).

Automatic transmission

Driving and parking

Shifting the automatic transmission out of

park position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed.

Only depressing the brake pedal releases the gear selector lever lock.

Wait for the gear selection process to complete before setting the vehicle in motion.

If engaged, release the parking brake.

Release the brake pedal.

Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.

After a cold start, the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine speed. This allows the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature earlier.

For more information on driving, see “Driving instructions” (Y page 181).

For information on off-road driving, see “Offroad driving” (Y page 184).

Problems while driving

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Warning!

It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.

Only shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged.

Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever lock is released.

Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D or reverse gear R.

The engine runs erratically and misfires

An ignition cable may be damaged.

The engine electronics may not be operating properly.

Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it.

Give very little gas.

Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†)

The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.

Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible.

Turn off the engine immediately.

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Allow the engine and coolant to cool off.

Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary (Y page 156).

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Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.

Take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving.

If the vehicle is leaking fuel:

Do not start the engine under any circumstances.

Exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway.

Notify local fire and/or police authorities.

If the extent of the damage cannot be determined:

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz

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Center or call Roadside Assistance.

If no damage on major assemblies, fuel system, and engine mount can be determined:

Start the engine in the usual manner.

Parking brake

Warning!

Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged.

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake and/or shift the automatic transmission out of park position

Parking

Warning!

P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system. These materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

Vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle:

Keep right foot on the brake pedal.

Engage the parking brake.

Shift the automatic transmission into park position P.

Slowly release the brake pedal.

When parked on an incline, always turn the

Releasing: Pull up slightly on parking brake lever : and press release button ;.

Push parking brake lever : down to its original position. When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the brake warning lamp

front wheels towards the road curb.

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$ (USA only) or J (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out.

Engaging: Pull up parking brake lever : firmly. When the engine is running, the brake warning lamp $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes on.

Turning off the engine

Warning!

Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.

Shift the automatic transmission into park position P.

Engage the parking brake.

Always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P.

Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0.

Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The immobilizer is activated.

The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the automatic transmission in park position P.

Automatic transmission

Warning!

During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between or under the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury.

Allow the engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached.

Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces.

This may cause serious damage to the engine and the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

During the brief warm-up, transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows the catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating temperature.

Gear selector lever

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Automatic transmission

Introduction

For information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Driving and parking” (Y page 85).

Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission

Park position with gear selector lever lock

Reverse gear

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Neutral position

Drive position

Warning!

The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on

With drive position D selected, you can influence transmission shifting by limiting or extending the gear range.

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Shifting procedure

the selected gear range (Y page 92)

transfer case position (HIGH or LOW) (Y page 93)

the position of the accelerator pedal

the vehicle speed

Only shift the automatic transmission into

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reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged.

Shifting the automatic transmission out of

park position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed.

Only depressing the brake pedal releases the gear selector lever lock.

The current gear selector lever position corresponds with the current transmission position.

The current transmission position P, R, N, or D appears in the multifunction display (Y page 90).

Warning!

Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone only will shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N automatically.

Always shift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine.

Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Transmission positions

The current transmission position appears in the multifunction display.

Transmission position indicator

Moving the gear selector lever up or down shifts the automatic transmission out of park position P.

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Effect

Park position

Shift the automatic transmission into park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P to secure the vehicle.

The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in park position P. With the SmartKey removed from the starter switch, the gear selector lever is locked in park position P.

If the vehicle’s electrical system is malfunctioning, the gear selector lever could remain locked in park position P. To unlock the gear selector lever manually, see “Manually unlocking the gear selector lever” (Y page 230).

Reverse gear

Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped.

Automatic transmission

Effect

Neutral position

No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed).

To avoid damage to the transmission, never shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving.

Exceptions:

If the ESP® is deactivated or malfunctioning, shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding.

Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N if you have to shift the transfer case.

Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with the automatic transmission in neutral position N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Drive position

The automatic transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available.

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Driving tips

Kickdown

Use the kickdown when you want maximum acceleration.

Depress the accelerator pedal past the point of resistance. Depending on the engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear.

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Working on the vehicle

Warning!

When working on the vehicle, engage the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P. Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Gear ranges

With the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can limit or extend the gear range, see “One-touch gearshifting” (Y page 92).

The current gear range appears in the

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multifunction display.

Gear range indicator

If the transfer case is in off-road position

LOW, the automatic transmission will not shift up automatically, even when the engine has reached the speed limit for that gear. There is a risk of damaging the engine.

It is very important to make sure the permissible engine speed is not exceeded.

Effect

With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine.

Allows the use of the engine’s braking effect when driving

on steep downgrades

in mountainous regions

under extreme operating conditions

For maximum use of the engine’s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades.

One-touch gearshifting

With the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can limit or extend the gear range using the gear selector lever.

Limiting gear range

Warning!

Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. The automatic transmission will shift into the next lower gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneously limits the gear range of the automatic transmission.

To avoid overrevving the engine when downshifting, the automatic transmission will not shift into a lower gear if the engine’s maximum speed would be exceeded.

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Extending gear range

Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction. The automatic transmission will shift into the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the automatic transmission.

If you press on the accelerator pedal when the engine has reached the revolution limit of the current gear range, the automatic transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit selected.

Canceling gear range limit

Press and hold the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction until D reappears in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission will shift from the current gear range directly into drive position D.

Shifting into optimal gear range

Press and hold the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. The automatic transmission will select the gear range suited for optimal acceleration and deceleration automatically. This will involve shifting down one or more gears.

Emergency operation (limp-home mode)

If vehicle acceleration becomes less responsive or sluggish or the automatic transmission no longer shifts, the automatic transmission is most likely operating in limphome (emergency operation) mode. In this mode only second gear and reverse gear R can be selected.

Stop the vehicle in a safe location.

Shift the automatic transmission into park position P.

Turn off the engine.

Transfer case

Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting.

Restart the engine.

Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R.

Have the automatic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

Transfer case

For more information on off-road driving, see “Off-road driving” (Y page 184).

Transfer case position

H HIGH

Road position

L LOW

Off-road position

This position is intended for driving off-road and step gradients.

The automatic transmission will not upshift automatically to the next higher gear range when driving at the rpm limit.

The transfer case supports the engine’s driving force (approximately 1/2 speed).

Output is therefore increased.

N Neutral

No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle.

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Switching transfer case

Transfer case switch

The transfer case switch is located on the lower part of the center console.

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Current transfer case indicator : appears in the multifunction display.

Warning!

Always wait until the procedure of shifting from HIGH to LOW – and from LOW to HIGH – has been entirely completed. During this procedure do not turn off the engine or shift the automatic transmission into another gear.

If you do not wait until the shifting procedure has been entirely completed then it might not be correctly performed. The transfer case might be in neutral, thus interrupting the transfer of power between the engine and the drive axle.

The vehicle is then freely movable, even if a gear has been selected, and could unintentionally be set into motion – particularly on up – or downhill grades. This

could lead to an accident and cause injury to yourself and others.

Please observe related messages appearing in the multifunction display.

Switching from HIGH to LOW

The shifting procedure can only be performed when the following conditions are met:

The engine is running.

The automatic transmission is in neutral position N.

The vehicle is not at a standstill.

The vehicle speed does not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

Press upper half (“LOW”) of the transfer case switch. Once the shift is complete, transfer case position L appears in transfer case indicator :.

If the shifting procedure does not take place, press upper half (“LOW”) of the transfer case switch once more.

Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D.

Switching from LOW to HIGH

The shifting procedure can only be performed when the following conditions are met:

The engine is running.

The automatic transmission is in neutral position N.

The vehicle is not at a standstill.

The vehicle speed does not exceed 43 mph (70 km/h).

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Press lower half (“HIGH”) of the transfer case switch. Once the shift is complete, transfer case position H appears in transfer case indicator :.

If the shifting procedure does not take place, press lower half (“HIGH”) of the transfer case switch once more.

Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D.

Messages in the multifunction display

If a shift was not completed and one of the following messages appears in the multifunction display:

TC Shift Conditions Not Fulfilled

The shift did not take place. At least one shift condition was not met.

Repeat the shifting procedure.

TC in Neutral

The shift did not take place. The transfer case is in neutral. Transfer case position N appears in transfer case indicator :.

Repeat the shifting procedure.

Warning!

If the transfer case is in Neutral, the park position P of the automatic transmission will not hold the vehicle. The parking brake must be engaged to hold the vehicle in place.

TC shift Procedure Canceled

The shift did not take place.

Repeat the shifting procedure.

Transfer Case Services Required

There may be a malfunction in the system.

Repeat the shifting procedure.

If the shifting procedure still does not take place:

Have the vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

Differential locks

If the SmartKey is in starter switch

position 0 or 1, an alarm will sound if the transfer case is in Neutral and the driver’s door is opened.

Switch the transfer case to gear position

HIGH or LOW.

Differential locks

Differential locks improve the vehicle’s tractive power off-road. Switch differential locks

for off-road driving

to switch the ABS off during off-road driving

for driving through water

when driving on deep snow and icy or fouled surfaces

Do not switch the front axle differential lock when driving around tight corners. This restricts steering ability.

When driving off-road, apply only moderate pressure to the accelerator pedal if the differential locks are switched on.

When operating the vehicle on a single-axle dynamometer – no matter how briefly – you must

raise the axle not being driven

disconnect the drive shaft

and

switch the transfer case differential lock.

Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Warning!

Never drive on pavement with differential locks switched.

Steering control will be strongly affected with the differential locks activated.

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The ABS, BAS, and ESP® are switched off automatically when the transfer case differential lock is activated.

For more information on off-road driving, see “Off-road driving” (Y page 184).

A few words about differentials and differential locks

When a vehicle negotiates a turn, wheels on the outside of the curve must travel farther and rotate faster than the inside wheels. The differential, the operation of a set of gears that allows the powered wheels in a vehicle to turn at different speeds, makes this

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essential function possible.

The drawback is that the differential also sends most of the engine’s power to the wheel with the least load or strain on it. For example, if one of a vehicle’s powered wheels sits on a patch of snow and spins because there is no traction, all of the engine’s power will go to that wheel because the power will take the path of least resistance. Meanwhile, the opposite wheel, sitting on dry pavement where it could get enough grip to start the vehicle moving, sits idle because it receives no power.

The 4-ETS addresses this problem and provides for good control and steering ability by automatically slowing the slipping wheel and thus increasing the power to the other non-slipping drive wheels to get the vehicle moving. The ESP® and the 4-ETS in this vehicle feature such intelligent limited-slip differential technology, ideally suited for onroad and light off-road driving. Transfer case position LOW (Y page 93) also enhances offroad driving capabilities.

More extreme off-road conditions may call for another solution, engaging a differential lock or preventing the differential from operating altogether. This vehicle comes with three differential locks: front, transfer case (center), and rear. Each can be engaged simply by pushing dashboard-mounted

switches in sequential order (center, rear, front) (Y page 96). When the transfer case (center) differential is locked, half of the engine’s power is automatically distributed to the front wheels and half to the rear wheels. When the rear differential is locked, power going to the rear wheels is equally distributed, so that both rear wheels turn at the same speed and torque. Please be aware that engaging 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 must not be engaged when driving on paved roads. It is important to understand that during on-road/paved driving, differentials are absolutely necessary for providing the essential control and steering ability of the vehicle. The differential locks, therefore, must not be engaged when driving on paved roads and should only be used to the extent necessary to negotiate offroad conditions which cannot be handled by the systems (the 4-ETS, the ESP®, and the manual switch position “LOW” of transfer case) this vehicle comes equipped with.

Switching differential locks on and off

The switches are located on the upper part of the center console.

Transfer case (center) differential lock

;

Rear axle differential lock

Front differential lock

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Engagement indicator lamps (yellow)

Function indicator lamps (red)

The differential locks can only be switched on in the sequence :, ;, =.

Switching differential locks on

To avoid damage to the transfer case and

differential locks:

Engage the differential locks only at low speed (walking speed, not more than 5 mph [8 km/h]).

Do not engage the differential locks if the driving wheels are spinning due to lack of traction.

Do not engage the differential locks on paved roads.

Transfer case differential lock

Press switch :. Yellow engagement indicator lamp ? for the transfer case differential lock comes on.

The ESP® warning lamp d in the instrument cluster comes on.

When the differential lock engagement operation has been completed, the red function indicator lamp A comes on.

The message ABS not available Differential Locked appears in the multifunction display.

The ESP® warning lamp d and the ! indicator lamp in the instrument cluster come on.

Once the transfer case differential lock is switched on, you can now, if needed, switch on rear axle differential lock ;, or switch on rear axle differential lock ; and front differential lock =.

Differential locks

Rear axle differential lock

Press switch ;. Yellow engagement indicator lamp ? comes on first, followed by red function indicator lamp A.

The rear axle differential lock is switched on.

Front differential lock

Press switch =. Yellow engagement indicator lamp ? comes on first, followed by red function indicator lamp A.

The front differential lock is switched on.

Switching differential locks off

There are two different methods to disengage differential locks:

You can switch the differential locks off in reverse order (=, ;, :).

To switch off all differential locks at the same time:

Press switch :. Yellow engagement indicator lamps ? go out first. Red function indicator lamps A go out when the switching process has been carried out in the differential.

To activate the ESP®, BAS, and ABS systems, drive again for 3 seconds using a constant driving style.

All messages in the multifunction display disappear. The ESP® warning lamp d and the ! indicator lamp in the instrument cluster go out.

If red function indicator lamps A do not go out when the differential locks are disengaged, bring vehicle to a stop and then continue driving. Changing the vehicle load can help to disengage the differential locks.

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Warning!

Always remember to disengage the differential locks when returning to drive on paved roads, see “A few words about differentials and differential locks”.

Instrument cluster

Introduction

For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (Y page 26).

Warning!

No messages will be displayed if either the

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instrument cluster or the multifunction display is inoperative.

As a result, you will not be able to see information about your driving conditions, such as

speed

outside temperature

warning/indicator lamps

malfunction/warning messages

failure of any systems

Driving characteristics may be impaired.

If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Contact an authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.

For information on changing the instrument cluster settings, e.g. the language, see (Y page 107).

Activating the instrument cluster

The instrument cluster is activated when you

open the driver’s door

switch on the ignition

press reset button :

switch on the exterior lamps

Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination

Use reset button : to adjust the illumination brightness for the instrument cluster and the switches on the center console.

To brighten illumination: Turn reset button : clockwise until the desired level of illumination is reached.

To dim illumination: Turn reset button : counterclockwise until the desired level of illumination is reached.

The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened automatically to suit ambient light conditions.

The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted automatically when you switch on the vehicle’s exterior lamps.

Reset button

Coolant temperature gauge

The coolant temperature gauge is located on the left side in the instrument cluster (Y page 26).

Warning!

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.

Mercedes G 55 AMG 2010 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Product Information

Operator’s Manual

Notes

Vehicle equipment

Service and warranty information

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Maintenance

Roadside Assistance

Change of address or ownership

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

Sport Utility Vehicle

Operating safety

Proper use of the vehicle

Problems with your vehicle

Reporting safety defects

Reporting safety defects

Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

Exterior view

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Upper part

Lower part

Door control panel

Overhead control panel

Occupant safety

Vehicle equipment

Introduction

Safety and security

SRS indicator lamp

Air bags

BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system

Seat belts

Correct driver seat adjustment

Children in the vehicle

Panic alarm

Driving safety systems

Introduction

Anti-theft systems

Immobilizer

Anti-theft alarm system

Tow-away alarm

Canceling the alarm

Locking and unlocking

Vehicle equipment

Notes

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SmartKey

Checking SmartKey batteries

Loss of the SmartKey

Replacing the SmartKey

Automatic central locking

Opening the doors from the inside

Locking and unlocking from the inside

Tailgate

Starter switch positions

SmartKey

Seats

Safety notes

Seat adjustment

Lumbar support

Rear seat head restraints

Multicontour seat

Seat heating

Seat ventilation

Multifunction steering wheel

Safety notes

Steering wheel adjustment

Easy-entry/exit feature

Mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Notes