Mercedes G-Class 2011, G 55 AMG 2011 User Manual
G-Class
Operator's Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 17
At a glance ........................................... 23
Safety ................................................... 33
Opening and closing ........................... 61
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 75
Lights and windshield wipers ............ 89
Climate control ................................. 105
Driving and parking .......................... 115
On-board computer and displays .... 155
Loading, stowing and features ........ 191
Maintenance and care ...................... 213
Roadside Assistance ........................ 227
Wheels and tires ............................... 245
Technical data ................................... 273
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 201
12 V socket ........................................ 200
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Function/notes ................................ 58
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 149
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Display message ............................ 171
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Function/notes ................................ 56
Warning lamp ................................. 185
Accident (notes) ................................ 229
Active service system
see Service interval display
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 279
Adjusting the seat ............................... 78
Air bag
PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF- indicator lamp .......................... 39
Air bags
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 37
Important safety notes .................... 36
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Window curtain air bag .................... 39
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air pressure
see Tire pressure ........................... 249
Air vents ............................................. 113
Important safety notes .................. 112
Rear ............................................... 113
Setting the center air vents ........... 113
Setting the side air vents ............... 113
see Air outlets
Alarm system
see ATA
Anti-lock Braking System
see ABS
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA
Anti-theft system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 59
Tow-away alarm ............................... 60
Ashtray ............................................... 198
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 59
Function ........................................... 59
Switching off the alarm .................... 59
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 172
Automatic car wash .......................... 221
Automatic transmission
Driving tips .................................... 123
Emergency running mode .............. 126
Important safety notes .................. 121
Kickdown ....................................... 123
Malfunction .................................... 126
Pulling away ................................... 118
Releasing the parking lock
manually ........................................ 126
Selector lever ................................ 122
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backup lamp
Display message ............................ 174
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 56
Battery
Charging ........................................ 236
Checking (SmartKey) ....................... 64
Display message ............................ 176
Important safety guidelines
(SmartKey) ....................................... 64
Jump-starting ................................. 238
Maintenance (vehicle) .................... 235
Replacing (SmartKey) ...................... 64
Battery (vehicle)
Important safety notes .................. 235
Belt
see Seat belts
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 171
Notes ............................................. 280
Brake fluid level ................................ 219
Brake lamp (display message) ......... 172
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 56
BAS .................................................. 56
Index
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Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 280
Display messages .......................... 171
High-performance brake system .... 139
Important safety notes .................. 137
Maintenance .................................. 138
Parking brake ........................ 135, 139
Warning lamp ................................. 183
Breakdown
see Accident (notes)
Brush guard ....................................... 207
Bulbs
Backup lamp .................................. 101
Brake lamp .................................... 100
Cornering light function ................... 98
fog lamps ......................................... 98
Overview .......................................... 97
rear fog lamp ................................. 101
Tail lamp ........................................ 100
Turn signal lamp .............................. 99
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CAC
(Customer Assistance Center) ......... 20
California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees .................... 18
Capacities
see Technical data
Care
Carpets .......................................... 226
Car wash ........................................ 221
Chrome parts ................................. 224
Display ........................................... 224
Gear or selector lever .................... 225
Headlamps ..................................... 224
Matte finish ................................... 223
Notes ............................................. 220
Paint .............................................. 222
Plastic trim .................................... 225
Power washer ................................ 222
Rear view camera .......................... 224
Roof lining ...................................... 226
Seat belt ........................................ 226
Seat covers .................................... 225
Sensors ......................................... 224
Steering wheel ............................... 225
Tail pipes ....................................... 224
Trim strips ..................................... 225
Washing by hand ........................... 222
Wheels ........................................... 222
Windows ........................................ 223
Wiper blades .................................. 223
Wooden trim .................................. 225
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 194
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 196
CD player/CD changer
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161
Center console
Overview .......................................... 29
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 165
SmartKey ......................................... 62
Changing bulbs
Headlamps ....................................... 96
Changing gears .................................. 123
Checklist
After driving off-road ...................... 143
Before driving off-road ................... 143
Checklist (off-road driving) .............. 143
Child-proof locks
Rear doors ....................................... 54
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 49
Restraint systems ............................ 50
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 39
Automatic recognition/air bag
deactivation, self-test ...................... 41
LATCH-type (ISOFIX ) child seat
anchors ............................................ 52
Special seat belt retractor ............... 51
Top Tether ....................................... 53
Troubleshooting ............................... 42
Chrome parts (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 224
Cigarette lighter ................................ 199
Climate control
Activating/deactivating ................. 108
Activating/deactivating air-
recirculation mode ......................... 111
Controlling automatically ............... 109
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 108
Defrosting the windshield .............. 110
Index
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Demisting the windows .................. 110
Dual-zone automatic climate
control ........................................... 107
Important safety notes .................. 106
Indicator lamp ................................ 109
Problems with "cooling with air
dehumidification" ........................... 109
Problems with the rear window
heating .......................................... 111
Refrigerant ..................................... 279
Setting the air distribution ............. 109
Setting the airflow ......................... 110
Setting the air vents ...................... 113
Setting the temperature ................ 109
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 111
Switching the residual heat
function on/off .............................. 112
Windshield defroster ...................... 110
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 25
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 166
Convenience closing feature .............. 71
Convenience opening feature ............ 71
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 217
Display message ............................ 174
Notes ............................................. 280
Temperature gauge ........................ 156
Cooling
see Climate control
Cornering lamps .................................. 94
Correct use .......................................... 20
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 147
Display message ............................ 178
Function/notes ............................. 147
Cup holders ........................................ 197
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ............................................... 20
Customer Relations Department ....... 20
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Daytime running lamps
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
Interior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 165
Demisting the windshield ................. 110
Differential locks ............................... 129
Digital speedometer ......................... 160
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 224
Display messages
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 169
Clearing (on-board computer) ........ 169
Driving systems ............................. 178
Safety systems .............................. 170
Service interval display .................. 219
Distance recorder ............................. 160
Door
Automatic locking ............................ 68
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 165
Display message ............................ 181
Emergency locking ........................... 68
Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
Opening (from inside) ...................... 67
Door control panel
Overview .......................................... 31
Doors
Important safety notes .................... 67
Drinking and driving ......................... 136
Drinks holder
see Cup holders ............................. 197
Driving abroad ..................................... 90
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 145
Driving downhill ............................. 146
Gradient-climbing capability
(maximum) ..................................... 146
Driving on flooded roads .................. 140
Index
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Driving safety system
EBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution) ..................................... 59
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 57
Important safety information ........... 55
Driving safety systems
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 58
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 56
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 56
Overview .......................................... 55
Driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 147
Rear view camera .......................... 152
Driving tips ........................................ 123
Braking .......................................... 139
Downhill gradients ......................... 137
Driving on flooded roads ................ 140
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Driving on wet roads ...................... 140
Driving over obstacles ................... 145
Off-road driving .............................. 142
Off-road fording ............................. 140
Tire ruts ......................................... 144
Wet road surface ........................... 138
Winter ............................................ 141
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 161
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EASY-ENTRY feature ............................ 84
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 165
EASY-EXIT feature ............................... 84
EBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution)
Function/notes ................................ 59
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electronic Brake force
see EBD
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Electronic Traction Support
see 4ETS
Emergency call
see mbrace
Emergency release
Fuel filler flap ................................. 133
Vehicle ............................................. 68
Emergency running mode
Automatic transmission ................. 126
Emergency tensioning device
Function ........................................... 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Emissions purification
Service and warranty information .... 17
Engine
Display message ............................ 174
Irregular running ............................ 120
Starting problems .......................... 120
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 117
Switching off .................................. 135
Warning lamp Check Engine .......... 188
Engine electronics
Malfunction .................................... 120
Engine number .................................. 276
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 216
Additives ........................................ 279
Checking the oil level ..................... 215
Display message ............................ 176
Notes about oil grades ................... 279
Viscosity ........................................ 279
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program)
Activating/deactivating ................... 58
Display message ............................ 170
Important safety information ........... 57
Exhaust check ................................... 137
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 224
Exterior lighting
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 85
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 87
Malfunction ...................................... 87
Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 86
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 88
Storing the parking position ............. 87
Index
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Exterior view
Overview .......................................... 24
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First-aid kit ......................................... 229
Flat tire
Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 232
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 232
Raising the vehicle ......................... 233
Floormat ............................................. 211
Front fog lamp (display message) ... 173
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 278
Notes ............................................. 277
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 278
Refueling ........................................ 131
Specifications ................................ 278
Troubleshooting ............................. 134
Fuel/water separator ....................... 220
Fuel consumption
Notes ............................................. 136
Fuel filler cap (display message) ..... 178
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 133
Opening/closing ............................ 132
Fuel filter
Display message ............................ 178
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 167
Fuse allocation chart ........................ 243
Fuse box
Battery case ................................... 244
Dashboard ..................................... 243
Front-passenger footwell ............... 243
Transmission tunnel ....................... 244
Fuse extractor ................................... 243
Fuses
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 243
Fuse allocation chart ..................... 243
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 243
Fuse box in the transmission
tunnel ............................................ 244
In the battery case ......................... 244
Notes ............................................. 242
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Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 211
Notes ............................................. 208
Opening/closing the garage door .. 210
Programming the remote control ... 209
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 225
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 274
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ...................... 225
Glove box ........................................... 193
Gradient-climbing capability
(maximum) ......................................... 146
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ......................................... 267
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Hazard warning lamps ........................ 93
Headlamp cleaning system ................ 93
Adding washer fluid ....................... 218
Notes ............................................. 281
Headlamp delayed switch-off
see Exterior lighting delayed switch-off
Headlamp protection grille .............. 100
Headlamps
Cleaning ......................................... 224
Misting up ........................................ 94
Headlamps (automatic) ...................... 91
Head restraints
Adjusting (angle) .............................. 79
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 80
Installing/removing (rear) ................ 80
Luxury .............................................. 80
Resetting (front) ............................... 80
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control ........................ 106
High beam flasher ............................... 93
high-mounted brake lamp
Display message ............................ 173
Hill start assist .................................. 118
Hood
Closing ........................................... 215
Display message ............................ 181
Opening ......................................... 214
Index
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Hydroplaning ..................................... 140
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Immobilizer .......................................... 59
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 26
Selecting the language (on-board
computer) ...................................... 163
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 163
Interior lighting
Adjusting ......................................... 94
Automatic control ............................ 95
Cargo compartment lamp ................ 95
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 165
Manual control ................................. 95
Reading lamp ................................... 95
Rear interior lighting ........................ 96
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Jack
Storage location ............................ 229
Using ............................................. 233
Jump-starting ..................................... 238
K
Key positions
SmartKey ....................................... 117
Kickdown ........................................... 123
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Lamps
Display message ............................ 172
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 52
License plate lamp (display
message) ............................................ 173
Lighting
see Lights ........................................ 90
Lights
Activating/deactivating the
interior lighting delayed switch-off
(on-board computer) ...................... 165
Cornering light function ................... 94
Daytime running lamps .................... 91
Display message ............................ 172
Driving abroad ................................. 90
Fog lamps ........................................ 92
Hazard warning lamps ..................... 93
High-beam headlamps ..................... 93
Light switch ..................................... 90
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 91
Rear fog lamp .................................. 92
Turn signals ..................................... 93
Limited Warranty ................................ 21
Load anchorage ................................. 196
Loading guidelines ............................ 192
Locking
Automatic ........................................ 68
Emergency locking ........................... 68
From inside the vehicle (central
locking button) ................................. 67
Low-beam headlamp (display
message) ............................................ 172
Low-beam headlamps
Automatic headlamps ...................... 91
Driving abroad ................................. 90
Lubricant additives
see Additives
Luggage compartment
Cover ............................................. 196
Luggage net ....................................... 194
Lumbar support
4-way lumbar support ...................... 81
Luxury head restraints ....................... 80
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M+S tires ............................................ 248
Main-beam headlamps (display
message) ............................................ 173
Maintenance
Battery ........................................... 235
Malfunction messages
see Display messages
Malfunctions
see Display messages
Malfunctions relevant to safety
Reporting ......................................... 20
Matte finish (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 223
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Index
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes .................. 202
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 207
MB info call button ........................ 205
Roadside Assistance button .......... 204
Self-test ......................................... 202
System .......................................... 202
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 206
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 63
Loss ................................................. 66
Memory card
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161
see separate operating instructions
Memory function ................................. 88
Menu (on-board computer)
Audio ............................................. 160
DVD ............................................... 161
Message memory .......................... 169
Navigation ..................................... 162
Overview of menus ........................ 159
Resetting to factory settings .......... 162
Settings ......................................... 162
Standard display ............................ 160
Telephone ...................................... 167
Trip computer ................................ 166
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 198
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 167
MP3
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161
see separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat ................................ 81
Multifunction display ........................ 158
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 28
Operating the on-board computer . 157
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Navigation
On-board computer ....................... 162
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 42
Resetting after being triggered ........ 43
Notes on breaking-in a new
vehicle ................................................ 116
Notes on driving
Gravel roads .................................. 144
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Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
System overview .............................. 34
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 278
Odometer ........................................... 160
Off-road
4MATIC .......................................... 149
Differential locks ............................ 129
Off-road ABS .................................... 56
Off-road driving ................................. 142
Checklist ........................................ 143
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Important safety notes .................. 142
Off-road fording ................................. 140
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Audio menu ................................... 160
Convenience submenu .................. 165
Display messages .......................... 169
Factory settings ............................. 162
Important safety notes .................. 156
Message memory menu ................. 169
Navigation menu ............................ 162
Operating video DVD ..................... 161
Operation ....................................... 157
Overview of menus ........................ 159
Settings menu ............................... 162
Standard display menu .................. 160
Telephone menu ............................ 167
Trip computer menu ...................... 166
Vehicle submenu ........................... 165
On-board computer language .......... 163
Index
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Operating safety
Important safety note ...................... 19
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 160
Display ........................................... 157
Overhead control panel
Overview .......................................... 30
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 54
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Paint code number ............................ 275
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 222
Panic alarm .......................................... 54
Parking ............................................... 134
Parking aid
Exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side ................................. 87
Rear view camera .......................... 152
Parking brake .................................... 135
Display message ............................ 171
see Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lamp (display message) ...... 174
Parking lock
releasing manually ......................... 126
Parking position
Exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side ................................. 87
Pedals ................................................. 136
Permanent four-wheel drive
see 4MATIC
Permissible gross vehicle weight
rating .................................................. 256
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 225
Power washers .................................. 222
Product information ............................ 17
Programming
SmartKeys ....................................... 63
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 118
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Radio
Changing stations (on-board
computer) ...................................... 160
see separate operating instructions
Range (on-board computer) ............. 167
Rear bench seat
Folding forward .............................. 195
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 113
Rear door
Display message ............................ 181
Opening/closing .............................. 69
Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 173
Rear seat bench
Folding into an upright position ..... 195
Rear view camera
Function/notes ............................. 152
Rear view camera (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 224
Rear-view mirror
Adjusting ......................................... 85
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 87
Rear window heating ........................ 111
Malfunction .................................... 111
Rear window wiper ........................... 102
Refueling ............................................ 131
Remote control
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 209
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 20
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 178
Warning lamp ................................. 188
Residual heat
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Restraint systems
see SRS
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 18
Roof carrier ........................................ 197
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 226
Route
see Route guidance (on-board
computer)
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Index
Route guidance (on-board
computer) .......................................... 162
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Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
Child restraint systems .................... 50
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 34
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Important safety notes .................... 77
Seat backrest
Folding back .................................. 195
Folding forwards ............................ 195
Seat belt
Fastening, front ............................... 46
Fastening in the rear, center ............ 46
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 47
Belt force limiters ............................ 49
Cleaning ......................................... 226
Correct usage .................................. 44
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 49
Fastening ................................... 45, 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 43
Releasing ......................................... 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Special seat belt retractor ............... 51
Warning lamp ................................. 184
Warning lamp (function) ................... 48
Seat heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 82
Seats
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 81
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 79
Cleaning the cover ......................... 225
Correct driver's seat position ........... 76
Multicontour seat ............................ 81
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 88
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 81
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................... 82
Seat ventilation
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 83
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 224
Service indicator
see Service interval display
Service interval display .................... 219
Displaying a service message (on-
board computer) ............................ 220
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 280
Capacities ...................................... 277
Coolant (engine) ............................ 280
Engine oil ....................................... 279
Fuel ................................................ 277
Important safety notes .................. 276
Notes ............................................. 276
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 279
Washer fluid ................................... 281
Settings
Calling up a stored setting ............... 88
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 162
On-board computer ....................... 162
Setting the unit (on-board
computer)
Speedometer ................................. 163
Shift ranges ....................................... 123
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 173
Side window
Important safety information ........... 70
Side windows
Convenience closing feature ............ 71
Convenience opening feature .......... 71
Opening and closing ........................ 71
Troubleshooting ............................... 72
Ski rack .............................................. 197
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 72
Opening/closing .............................. 73
Operating manually .......................... 73
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 64
Changing the programming ............. 63
Checking the battery ....................... 64
Convenience closing feature ............ 71
Convenience opening feature .......... 71
Important safety notes .................... 62
Index
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Loss ................................................. 66
Malfunction ...................................... 66
Starting the engine ........................ 117
Snow chains ...................................... 248
Socket
Front-passenger footwell ............... 200
Luggage compartment ................... 200
Rear compartment ......................... 200
SOS
see mbrace
Spare fuses ........................................ 243
Spare wheel
Exterior spare wheel bracket ......... 230
Installing ........................................ 232
Notes/data .................................... 272
Speedometer
Additional speedometer (on-
board computer) ............................ 160
Setting the unit (on-board
computer) ...................................... 163
SPEEDTRONIC
Display-Meldung ............................ 178
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 170
Introduction ..................................... 34
Warning lamp ................................. 187
Warning lamp (function) ................... 34
Standard display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 160
Starting the engine
Important safety notes .................. 117
Station
see Radio
Status line (on-board computer) ...... 158
Selecting the display ...................... 163
Steering wheel
Adjusting ......................................... 83
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 157
Cleaning ......................................... 225
Important safety notes .................... 83
Steering wheel heating .................... 83
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 88
Steering wheel heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 84
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 193
Glove box ....................................... 193
Stowage pockets ........................... 194
Stowage space
Cup holders ................................... 197
Important safety information ......... 193
Submenu (on-board computer)
Convenience .................................. 165
Vehicle ........................................... 165
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 248
Sun visor ............................................ 198
Supplemental Restraint System
see SRS
Surround lighting
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 19
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 111
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 59
T
Tachometer ........................................ 156
Tail lamps
Changing ....................................... 100
Tail lamps (Display message) ........... 174
Technical data
G 500 ............................................. 281
G 55 AMG ...................................... 282
Tires ............................................... 272
Wheels ........................................... 272
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes .................. 202
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 207
MB info call button ........................ 205
Roadside Assistance button .......... 204
Self-test ......................................... 202
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Index
System .......................................... 202
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 206
Telephone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 167
Telephone compartment .................. 193
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 156
Displaying the outside
temperature ................................... 160
Outside temperature ...................... 157
Setting (climate control) ................ 109
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 59
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 253
Checking ........................................ 252
Checking manually ........................ 253
Display message ............................ 179
Maximum ....................................... 252
Notes ............................................. 250
Recommended ............................... 249
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 253
Restarting ...................................... 255
Warning lamp ................................. 189
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 268
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 267
Bar (definition) ............................... 266
Characteristics .............................. 266
Checking ........................................ 246
Definition of terms ......................... 266
Direction of rotation ...................... 270
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 269
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 265
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............ 266
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 267
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 267
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 267
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 267
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 267
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 268
Labeling (overview) ........................ 262
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 269
Load index ..................................... 265
Load index (definition) ................... 268
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 267
Maximum load on a tire
(definition) ..................................... 268
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 268
Maximum tire load ......................... 260
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 268
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 268
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 268
Replacing ....................................... 269
Service life ..................................... 248
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 268
Speed index (definition) ................. 267
Storing ........................................... 270
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 266
Technical data ............................... 272
Temperature .................................. 262
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 269
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 268
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 268
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 267
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed index .................... 263
Tire tread ....................................... 247
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 268
Total load limit (definition) ............. 269
Traction ......................................... 261
Traction (definition) ....................... 269
Tread wear ..................................... 261
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) ................. 269
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 261
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 267
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 268
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 269
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 267
Top Tether ............................................ 53
Tow-away alarm .................................. 60
Towing ................................................ 242
Important safety guidelines ........... 240
Towing eye
Front .............................................. 240
Rear ............................................... 240
Trailer loads and drawbar
noseweights ...................................... 260
Transfer case
Display message ............................ 182
Shift ranges ................................... 126
Transmission position display ......... 122
Transmission positions .................... 122
Transporting the vehicle .................. 241
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 146
Trip computer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 166
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 160
Turn signal
Display message ............................ 172
Turn signals ......................................... 93
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) ................... 269
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Ultrasonic backing up aid
Function/notes ............................. 149
Malfunction .................................... 152
Range of the sensors ..................... 150
Warning display ............................. 150
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 67
V
Vanity mirror
Sun visor ........................................ 198
Vehicle
Data acquisition ............................... 21
Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
Equipment ....................................... 17
Individual settings (on-board
computer) ...................................... 162
Loading .......................................... 256
Lowering ........................................ 234
Maintenance .................................... 18
Parking up ..................................... 135
Raising ........................................... 233
Reporting problems ......................... 20
Towing away .................................. 240
Tow-starting ................................... 240
Transporting .................................. 241
Vehicle dimensions
Technical data ............................... 281
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification number
(VIN) ................................................... 275
Vehicle identification plate .............. 275
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 229
Vehicle weights
Technical data ............................... 281
Ventilation
Setting the air distribution ............. 109
Setting the airflow ......................... 110
Video (DVD) ........................................ 161
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 161
VIN ...................................................... 275
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 185
Brakes ........................................... 183
Check Engine ................................. 188
ESP® OFF ....................................... 186
Fuel tank ........................................ 188
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 39
Reserve fuel ................................... 188
Seat belt ........................................ 184
Index
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SRS ................................................ 187
Tire pressure monitor .................... 189
Warranty ............................................ 274
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 181
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 234
Wheel change
see Flat tire .................................... 232
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 269
Changing a wheel .......................... 232
Checking ........................................ 246
Cleaning ......................................... 222
Mounting a wheel .......................... 234
Removing a wheel .......................... 234
Storing ........................................... 270
Technical data ............................... 272
Tightening torque ........................... 234
Wheels and tires
Important safety notes .................. 246
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 39
Windows
see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 223
Windshield heater ............................. 110
Windshield heating
see Windshield defroster
Windshield washer system .............. 218
Notes ............................................. 281
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes .................. 101
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 103
Switching on/off ........................... 102
Troubleshooting ............................. 104
Winter
Driving in winter ............................. 141
Winter operation ............................ 248
Winter operation ............................... 141
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 248
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 223
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Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for the type of vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz
vehicles, even if they have been
independently or officially approved. The use
of non-approved parts could affect your
vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz
therefore recommends that you use genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and
accessories that have been approved for the
type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts, approved conversion parts and
accessories are available from an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive
advice about permissible technical
modifications, and the parts will be
professionally installed.
Operator's Manual
Notes on the Operator's Manual
Before you first drive off, read this Operator's
Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with
your vehicle.
For your own safety and a longer vehicle life,
follow the instructions and warning notices in
this manual. Disregarding them may lead to
damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Vehicle damage resulting from the disregard
of the instructions is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Vehicle equipment
This manual describes all the standard and
optional equipment of your vehicle available
at the time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features described.
This also applies to safety-relevant systems
and functions. The equipment in your vehicle
may therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations. All the systems
found in your vehicle are listed in the original
purchase agreement of your vehicle. Should
you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Service and literature
The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies
in accordance with the warranty terms and
conditions in the Service and Guarantee
Booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will replace and repair all factoryinstalled parts in accordance with the
following warranty terms and conditions:
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new vehicle limited warranty
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warranty on the exhaust system
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warranty on the emission values
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont warranty on the
emission control system
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extended consumer protection laws which
vary by state ("Lemon Laws")
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Information for customers in California
In California, you have the right to exchange
a vehicle or receive a refund of the purchase
or leasing price if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
and/or an authorized workshop or
maintenance facility cannot, after several
authorized repairs, rectify considerable
damage to or malfunctions of the vehicle that
are covered by the contractual warranty.
Customers who purchase or lease a vehicle
may have their vehicles repaired within 18
months from delivery or up until an odometer
reading of 29,000 km (i.e. 18,000 miles),
whichever comes first, if:
(1) the serious defect or damage can result
in deadly or serious injury to the vehicle
occupants while driving AND this defect
has already been repaired at least twice
AND Mercedes-Benz, LLC has been
informed in writing of the necessity of a
repair.
(2) the defect or damage, though less
serious than (1) above, has already been
repaired at least four times AND
Mercedes-Benz has been informed in
writing of the necessity of a repair.
(3) the vehicle cannot be used for longer
than 30 calendar days because of repair
work resulting from this or other serious
defects or damage.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Service and Guarantee Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always bring the Service and Guarantee
Booklet with you when bringing the vehicle to
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The
customer service advisor will record every
service for you in the Service and Guarantee
Booklet.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the case of a
breakdown. Your calls to the toll-free
Roadside Assistance Hotline are answered by
our agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
(USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
You can find further information in the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside
Assistance" section in the Service and
Warranty booklet (Canada). You will find both
in the vehicle document wallet.
In accordance with standard program
guidelines, Roadside Assistance is prepared
to provide vehicle service up until a
reasonable distance from the next 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
Service technician or the tow service provider
on a case-by-case basis.
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.
Change of address or ownership
In the event of a change of address, please
send us the "Notification of Address Change"
in the Service and Guarantee Booklet or
simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline
number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service Center (Canada) at
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1-800-387-0100. Thus, if necessary, we can
reach you in a timely fashion.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
If you have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
the Service and Guarantee Booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
When you are abroad with your vehicle,
observe the following points:
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service points or replacement parts may
not be available immediately.
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unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic
converter.
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the fuel may have a considerably lower
Anti-Knock Index. Unsuitable fuel can
cause engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in
Europe through our European Delivery
Program. Please consult an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for further
information, or write to one of the following
addresses.
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!
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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
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
Important safety notes
Warning
G
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle's electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
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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 when the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
Warning
G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle has occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers.
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slow down carefully.
R
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
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
Warning!
G
There are various warning stickers affixed to
your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and
others to various dangers. Therefore, do not
remove any warning stickers unless the
sticker clearly states that you may do so.
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers
and be injured.
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 rectified. If the problem cannot be
rectified to your satisfaction there, consult
another authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
write to 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
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Correct use
Observe the following information when using
your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
R
the "Technical data" section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Reporting safety-related malfunctions
Only for the USA:
The following text is reproduced as required
of all manufacturers according to 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
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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 http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can find more information on vehicle
safety under:
http://www.safercar.gov
Limited Warranty
!
Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions are not covered either by
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty of
Daimler AG.
This information serves, for example, to test
vehicle systems after an accident and to
continually improve vehicle safety.
Daimler AG can access these data and submit
them:
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for safety investigations or vehicle
diagnoses
R
with the agreement of the vehicle owner
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on the instruction of prosecuting
authorities
R
for use in arbitration of disputes that
involve Daimler AG, its subsidiaries or its
sales and service organizations
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on the basis of other legislation.
Please observe the mbrace2 order agreement
regarding further details on data that this
system records and transmits.
Data stored in the vehicle
Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle
(Including California Code Supplement
§ 9951)
Your vehicle records electronic data. If your
vehicle is equipped with mbrace2 data is
transmitted in the event of an accident.
2
The system is called TELEAID in Canada.
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Exterior view ....................................... 24
Cockpit ................................................. 25
Instrument cluster .............................. 26
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 28
Center console .................................... 29
Overhead control panel ...................... 30
Door control panel .............................. 31
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At a glance
Exterior view
24
Exterior view
At a glance
Function Page
:
Rear door 69
Vehicle tool kit 229
;
Rear window defroster 111
=
Rear view camera 152
?
Rear window wiper 102
A
Rear lamps 100
B
Fuel filler flap 132
C
Opening and closing the
doors 62
D
Exterior mirrors 85
Parking position 87
E
Front lamps
98
Function Page
F
Hood 214
G
Windshield wipers 101
Cleaning the wiper blades 223
Replacing the wiper blades 103
H
Cleaning the windows 223
I
Sliding sunroof 72
J
Headlamp cleaning system 93
K
Wheels and tires 246
Tire pressure monitor 253
L
Brush guard 207
M
Towing eyes 240
Cockpit
Cockpit
25
At a glance
Function Page
:
Combination switch 93
;
Cleans the headlamps 93
=
Cruise control lever 147
?
Horn
A
Instrument cluster 26
B
Voice Control System lever;
see the separate operating
instructions
C
Ignition lock 117
D
Glove box lock 193
E
Glove box
193
Function Page
F
Center console 29
G
Multifunction steering
wheel 28
H
On-board diagnostics
connection
I
Opens the hood 214
J
Adjusts the steering wheel 83
Steering wheel heating
K
Light switch 90
L
Adjusts the exterior mirrors 85
Instrument cluster
26
Instrument cluster
Overview
At a glance
Function Page
:
Speedometer
;
Multifunction display 158
=
Tachometer 156
?
Fuel filler flap location
indicator: the fuel filler cap
is to the rear on the right.
131
Function Page
A
Fuel gauge
B
Coolant temperature gauge 156
C
Reset button 160
Warning and indicator lamps
Instrument cluster
27
At a glance
Function Page
:
Low-beam headlamps 91
;
ESP® OFF 186
=
?
A
B
C
D
®
ESP
Turn signal 93
ABS 185
Seat belt 184
SRS 187
Engine diagnostics (Canada
only)
185
188
Function Page
E
Engine diagnostics (USA
only) 188
F
Reserve fuel 188
G
High-beam headlamps 93
H
Tire pressure monitor 189
I
Brakes (USA only) 183
J
Brakes (Canada only) 183
Multifunction steering wheel
28
Multifunction steering wheel
At a glance
Function Page
:
Multifunction display 158
;
COMAND; see the separate
operating instructions
=
WX
Selects submenus in the
Settings menu 162
Changes values
Adjusts the volume
Function Page
?
~6
Makes/accepts or rejects/
ends a call 167
A
VU
Selects a menu: scrolls
back and forth 159
B
&* Scrolls back and
forth within a menu
159
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