Mercedes GL 350 2012, GL-Class 2012 User Manual
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 21
At a glance ........................................... 27
Safety ................................................... 37
Opening/closing ................................. 75
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 97
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 117
Climate control ................................. 133
Driving and parking .......................... 147
On-board computer and displays .... 215
Stowing and features ....................... 267
Maintenance and care ...................... 299
Breakdown assistance ..................... 313
Wheels and tires ............................... 337
Technical data ................................... 367
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1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ......................................
12 V socket
see Sockets
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) .... 70
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 203
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message
............................ 233
Function/notes ................................ 68
Important safety notes .................... 68
Warning lamp ................................. 260
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 139
Active light function ......................... 122
Active Light System
Display message ............................ 243
Active service system PLUS
see ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 195
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 375
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 195
Air bags
Display message ............................ 239
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Important safety notes .................... 40
Knee bag .......................................... 43
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ........... 50
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................ 45
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact air bag .......................... 43
Window curtain air bag .................... 44
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) .............. 247
Air pressure
see Tire pressure
Air vents
286
Important safety notes
Rear ............................................... 146
.................. 145
Setting ........................................... 145
Setting the center air vents ........... 145
Setting the side air vents ............... 145
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 225
Anti-lock Braking System
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Anti-theft system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 72
Approach/departure angle .............. 178
Ashtray ............................................... 284
ASSYST PLUS
see ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 72
Function ........................................... 72
Switching off the alarm .................... 72
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 221
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 244
see Lights
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 119
Automatic transmission
Changing gear ............................... 156
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 154
Display message ............................ 254
Driving tips .................................... 157
Emergency running mode .............. 159
Kickdown ....................................... 157
Problem (malfunction) ................... 159
Pulling away ................................... 151
Shift ranges ................................... 157
Starting the engine ........................ 150
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 157
Trailer towing ................................. 157
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Transmission position display ........ 155
Transmission positions .................. 156
Automatic transmission
emergency mode ...............................
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Back support
see Lumbar support
Backup lamp
Changing bulbs (LEDs) ................... 127
Display message ............................ 243
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 69
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery (key)
Checking .......................................... 80
Battery (SmartKey)
Important safety notes .................... 80
Replacing ......................................... 80
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 328
Display message ............................ 246
Important safety notes .................. 326
Jump starting ................................. 329
Belt
see Seat belts
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 228
Display message ............................ 250
Notes/function .............................. 201
Trailer towing ................................. 203
BlueTEC
Adding DEF .................................... 164
BlueTEC (DEF) .................................... 374
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 236
Notes ............................................. 375
Brake fluid level ................................ 304
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 242
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 68
BAS .................................................. 69
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 375
Display message ............................ 233
Driving tips .................................... 169
Important safety notes
.................. 169
Maintenance .................................. 170
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Parking brake ........................ 167, 171
Warning lamp ................................. 259
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Bulbs
see Changing bulbs
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California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees .................... 22
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Capacities
see Technical data
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Carpets .......................................... 312
Car wash ........................................ 306
Display ........................................... 310
Exterior lights ................................ 309
Gear or selector lever .................... 311
Matte finish ................................... 308
Notes ............................................. 305
Paint .............................................. 308
Plastic trim .................................... 310
Power washer ................................ 307
Rear view camera .......................... 310
Roof lining ...................................... 312
Seat belt ........................................ 311
Seat cover ..................................... 311
Sensors ......................................... 309
Steering wheel ............................... 311
Tail pipes ....................................... 310
Trim pieces .................................... 311
Washing by hand ........................... 307
Wheels ........................................... 307
Windows ........................................ 309
Wiper blades .................................. 309
Wooden trim .................................. 311
Cargo compartment cover ............... 273
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 270
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Cargo compartment floor ................. 314
Cargo net
Attaching
....................................... 275
Important safety information ......... 274
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 272
Car wash (care) ................................. 306
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 221
Cell phone
see Mobile phone
Center console
Lower section .................................. 34
Upper section .................................. 32
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 226
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 76
Changing bulbs
Backup lamp (LEDs) ....................... 127
High-beam headlamps ................... 125
Important safety notes .................. 123
License plate lighting ..................... 127
Low-beam headlamps .................... 125
Overview of bulb types .................. 124
Parking lamps ................................ 126
Rear fog lamp (LEDs) ..................... 127
Side marker lamps (front) .............. 126
Standing lamps (front) ................... 126
Turn signals (front) ......................... 126
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 66
Rear doors ....................................... 66
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 61
Restraint systems ............................ 61
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 50
Automatic recognition/air bag
deactivation, self-test ...................... 52
Display message ............................ 237
LATCH-type (ISOFIX ) child seat
anchors ............................................ 63
Special seat belt retractor ............... 63
Top Tether ....................................... 64
Troubleshooting ............................... 53
Cigarette lighter ................................ 284
Classification system for
occupants (OCS)
Faults ............................................... 49
Operation ......................................... 45
System self-test
............................... 48
Climate control
Automatic climate control (3-
zone) .............................................. 136
Controlling automatically ............... 140
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 139
Defrosting the windshield .............. 142
Demisting the windows .................. 143
Dual-zone automatic climate
control ........................................... 135
Important safety notes .................. 134
Indicator lamp ................................ 140
Notes on using automatic climate
control ................................... 135, 138
Overview of systems ...................... 134
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 140
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 143
Rear control panel ......................... 136
Refrigerant ..................................... 375
Setting the air distribution ............. 142
Setting the airflow ......................... 142
Setting the air vents ...................... 145
Setting the temperature ................ 141
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 144
Switching on/off ........................... 138
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 144
Switching the MONO function on/
off .................................................. 142
Switching the rear window
heating on/off ............................... 143
Clock (on-board computer) ............... 224
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 28
see Instrument cluster
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 121
Compass
Calling up ....................................... 296
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 229
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Convenience closing feature .............. 91
Convenience opening feature ............ 91
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 303
Display message
............................ 244
Notes ............................................. 376
Temperature gauge ........................ 220
Cooling
see Climate control
Cornering light (display message) ... 241
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 123
Crossbar
Installing ........................................ 278
Setting the span width ................... 280
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 180
Deactivating ................................... 181
Display message ............................ 250
Driving system ............................... 179
Function/notes ............................. 179
Important safety notes .................. 179
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 180
Setting a speed .............................. 181
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 180
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 282
Important safety notes .................. 282
Rear compartment ......................... 282
third row of seats ........................... 282
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 24
Customer Relations Department ....... 25
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Dashboard
see Cockpit
Date (on-board computer) ................ 224
Daytime running lamp mode
see Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 243
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 224
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 119
DEF
Adding ........................................... 164
Display message
............................ 247
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 225
Interior lighting .............................. 226
Diesel particle filter .......................... 169
Differential locks
Display message ............................ 249
Notes/function .............................. 208
Digital speedometer
Displaying ...................................... 220
Setting the unit (on-board
computer) ...................................... 224
DIRECT SELECT lever
see Automatic transmission
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 310
Display messages
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 232
Driving systems ............................. 248
Engine ............................................ 244
General notes ................................ 232
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 232
Key ................................................ 256
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 256
Lights ............................................. 241
Safety systems .............................. 233
Service interval display .................. 305
Tires ............................................... 252
Vehicle ........................................... 254
Distance recorder ............................. 220
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 265
Distance warning function
(vehicles with DISTRONIC)
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 228
Notes ............................................... 72
DISTRONIC
Deactivating ................................... 187
Display message ............................ 251
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 187
Driving tips .................................... 188
Important safety notes .................. 182
Notes/function .............................. 182
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Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 186
Warning lamp .................................
Door
Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 76
Control panel ................................... 36
Important safety notes .................... 83
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 226
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 84
Display message ............................ 255
Emergency locking ........................... 85
Emergency unlocking ....................... 85
Opening (from inside) ...................... 84
Downhill Speed Regulation
see DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Drinking and driving ......................... 168
Drinks holder
see Cup holders
Driver's door
see Doors
Driver's seat
see Seats
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 305
Symmetrical low beam .................. 118
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 178
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving safety systems
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 68
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 69
Distance warning system
(vehicles with DISTRONIC) ............... 72
Electronic brake force distribution ... 71
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 69
Important safety information ........... 68
Overview .......................................... 67
Driving systems
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 201
Cruise control ................................ 179
Display message ............................ 248
DISTRONIC .................................... 182
Level control .................................. 189
PARKTRONIC ................................. 196
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Rear view camera
.......................... 199
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 157
Brakes ........................................... 169
Break-in period .............................. 148
DISTRONIC .................................... 188
Downhill gradient ........................... 169
Drinking and driving ....................... 168
Driving abroad ............................... 118
Driving on flooded roads ................ 171
Driving on sand .............................. 176
Driving on wet roads ...................... 171
Driving over obstacles ................... 177
Exhaust check ............................... 169
Fuel ................................................ 168
General .......................................... 168
Hydroplaning ................................. 171
Icy road surfaces ........................... 174
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ................................... 170
Off-road driving .............................. 175
Off-road fording ............................. 171
Pedals ............................................ 168
Snow chains .......................... 173, 341
Symmetrical low beam .................. 118
Tire ruts ......................................... 177
Towing a trailer .............................. 210
Traveling uphill ............................... 178
Wet road surface ........................... 170
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message ............................ 250
Function/notes ............................. 204
Setting (on-board computer) .......... 228
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 221
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EASY-ENTRY feature
3rd row of seats .............................
Activating/deactivating ................. 227
Function/notes ............................. 111
EASY-EXIT feature
3rd row of seats ............................. 105
Crash-responsive ........................... 111
Function/notes ............................. 111
Switching on/off ........................... 227
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EASY-PACK load-securing kit ........... 275
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message
............................ 235
Function/notes ................................ 71
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electronic Brake force Distribution
see EBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 85
Fuel filler flap ................................. 161
Vehicle ............................................. 85
Emergency spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 315
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ........................................... 59
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Emissions purification
Service and warranty information .... 21
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 264
Display message ............................ 244
Emergency starting ........................ 333
Engine number ............................... 370
Irregular running ............................ 153
Starting problems .......................... 153
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 150
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 151
Switching off .................................. 166
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 153
Engine emergency stop .................... 335
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 302
Additives ........................................ 375
Checking the oil level ..................... 301
Display message ............................ 246
Filling capacity ............................... 371
Notes about oil grades ................... 375
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 301
Viscosity ........................................ 375
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program)
4ETS ................................................ 70
Deactivating/activating
................... 70
Display message ............................ 233
Function/notes ................................ 69
Important safety information ........... 69
Trailer stabilization ........................... 71
Warning lamp ................................. 261
Exhaust check ................................... 169
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 310
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 112
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 113
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 113
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 112
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 228
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 113
Setting ........................................... 113
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 114
Storing the parking position .......... 113
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Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 314
Flat tire
Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 321
MOExtended run-flat system ......... 325
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 316
Raising the vehicle ......................... 322
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 317
Floormat ............................................. 297
Fording
Off-road ......................................... 171
On flooded roads ........................... 171
Front fog lamp
Switching on/off ........................... 120
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Front fog lamps ................................. 120
Changing bulbs (LEDs)
................... 127
Display message ............................ 242
Front windshield
see Windshield
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 373
Calling up the range ....................... 229
Consumption statistics .................. 229
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 229
Driving tips .................................... 168
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Important safety notes .................. 372
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 372
Problem (malfunction) ................... 163
Refueling ........................................ 159
Specifications ................................ 372
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 371
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 161
Opening/closing ............................ 161
Fuel filter (display message) ............ 247
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 229
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 371
Problem (malfunction) ................... 163
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 314
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 334
Before changing ............................. 334
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 334
Engine emergency stop ................. 335
Fuse box in the cargo
compartment ................................. 334
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 334
Important safety notes .................. 333
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Garage door opener
Clearing the memory
..................... 296
Notes ............................................. 293
Opening/closing the garage door .. 296
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 294
Gasoline ............................................. 160
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 311
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 368
Glove box ........................................... 269
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ......................................... 360
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 121
Headlamp cleaning system
Notes ............................................. 377
Headlamp delayed switch-off
see Exterior lighting delayed switch-off
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 303
Adjusting the setting ...................... 128
Cleaning system (function) ............ 121
Misting up ...................................... 122
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 101
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 101
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 101
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 102
Installing/removing (rear) .............. 103
Luxury ............................................ 101
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 125
Display message ............................ 242
Switching on/off ........................... 121
Hill start assist .................................. 151
Hood
Closing ........................................... 301
Display message ............................ 255
Opening ......................................... 300
Hydroplaning ..................................... 171
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Ignition lock
see SmartKey positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 72
Indicator and warning lamps
DISTRONIC .................................... 265
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Insect protection on the radiator .... 301
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 29
Selecting the language (on-board
computer) ...................................... 224
Settings ......................................... 223
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 30
Instrument cluster lighting ................ 29
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Interior lighting
Automatic control .......................... 123
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 226
Emergency lighting ........................ 123
Manual control ............................... 123
Overview ........................................ 122
Reading lamp ................................. 122
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 225
see Interior lighting
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 314
Using ............................................. 322
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 329
K
Key
see SmartKey
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature ............ 92
Display message ............................ 256
Locking ............................................ 77
Start/Stop button .......................... 149
Starting the engine ........................ 151
Unlocking .........................................
77
Key positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 149
SmartKey ....................................... 149
Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 157
Knee bag .............................................. 43
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane-change assistant
see Blind Spot Assist
Language (on-board computer) ........ 224
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 63
Level control
Important safety notes .................. 189
Level control (display message) ...... 248
License plate lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 127
Display message ............................ 242
Lighting
see Lights
Lights
Activating/deactivating the
exterior lighting delayed switch-
off .................................................. 225
Activating/deactivating the
interior lighting delayed switch-off . 226
Active light function ....................... 122
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 119
Display message ............................ 241
Driving abroad ............................... 118
Fog lamps ...................................... 120
Hazard warning lamps ................... 121
High beam flasher .......................... 121
High-beam headlamps ................... 121
Light switch ................................... 118
Low-beam headlamps .................... 119
Parking lamps ................................ 118
Rear fog lamp ................................ 120
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 225
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Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 224
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (switch) .................... 119
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 225
Turn signals ................................... 121
see Changing bulbs
see Interior lighting
Light sensor (display message) ....... 244
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 180
DISTRONIC .................................... 184
Loading guidelines ............................ 268
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 84
Emergency locking ........................... 85
From inside (central locking
button) ............................................. 84
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 226
Low-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 125
Display message ............................ 241
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................. 118
Switching on/off ........................... 119
LOW RANGE
Display message ............................ 249
Off-road gear ................................. 206
LOW RANGE off-road gear ................ 206
Luggage net ....................................... 270
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 108
Luxury head restraints ..................... 101
M
M+S tires ................................... 172, 340
Maintenance
see
ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Malfunctions relevant to safety
Reporting ......................................... 25
Matte finish (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 308
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 291
Display message ............................ 236
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 292
Emergency call .............................. 288
Important safety notes .................. 287
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 293
MB info call button ........................ 290
Roadside Assistance button .......... 290
Search & Send ............................... 292
Self-test ......................................... 288
System .......................................... 288
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 292
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 79
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 85
Memory card (audio) ......................... 221
Memory function ............................... 114
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 230
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 79
MOExtended run-flat system ........... 325
MP3
Operating ....................................... 221
see separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat .............................. 107
Multifunction display ........................ 218
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 217
Overview .......................................... 31
Index
Information Provided by:
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N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 222
On-board computer ....................... 222
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 54
Resetting after being triggered ........ 54
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Resetting after being triggered ........ 54
Notes on breaking-in a new
vehicle ................................................ 148
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Faults ............................................... 49
Operation ......................................... 45
System self-test
............................... 48
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 61
System overview .............................. 38
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 372
Odometer ........................................... 220
see Trip odometer
Off-road driving
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 176
Checklist before driving off-road .... 175
General information ....................... 175
Important safety notes .................. 174
Traveling uphill ............................... 178
Off-road program
Notes ............................................. 206
Off-road system
4MATIC .......................................... 203
Differential locks ............................ 208
DSR ............................................... 204
LOW RANGE off-road gear ............. 206
Off-road 4ETS .................................. 70
Off-road ABS .................................... 69
Off-road drive program .................. 206
Off-road ESP® .................................. 71
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Additional functions menu ............. 228
Audio menu ................................... 221
Convenience submenu .................. 227
Displaying a service message
Displaying the coolant
temperature ................................... 220
Displaying the outside
temperature ................................... 220
Display messages .......................... 232
DISTRONIC menu .......................... 187
Factory settings ............................. 223
Important safety notes .................. 216
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 223
Lighting submenu .......................... 224
Menu overview .............................. 219
Message memory menu ................. 232
Navigation menu ............................ 222
Off-road menu ............................... 222
Operating video DVD ..................... 222
Operation ....................................... 217
Selecting the language .................. 224
Settings menu ............................... 223
Standard display ............................ 220
Status bar ...................................... 224
Telephone menu ............................ 230
Time/Date submenu ..................... 224
Trip computer menu ...................... 229
Vehicle submenu ........................... 226
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 126
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 220
Display ........................................... 216
Overhead control panel ...................... 35
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 66
P
Paint code number ............................ 369
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 308
Panic alarm .......................................... 67
Parking
Important safety notes
.................. 166
Parking brake ................................ 167
........ 305
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Index
Position of exterior mirror, frontpassenger side
............................... 113
Rear view camera .......................... 199
see Parking
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 236
Notes/function .............................. 167
see Parking brake
Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ...... 126
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 198
Driving system ............................... 196
Function/notes ............................. 196
Problem (malfunction) ................... 199
Range of the sensors ..................... 196
Trailer towing ................................. 198
Warning display ............................. 197
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp (only Canada) ............................. 50
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp (only USA) ................................... 45
Pedals ................................................. 168
Permanent four-wheel drive
see 4MATIC (permanent fourwheel drive)
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 310
Power steering
Filling capacity ............................... 371
Power washers .................................. 307
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (Preventive occupant
safety system)
Display message ............................ 236
Operation ......................................... 53
PRE-SAFE® Brake (vehicles with
DISTRONIC PLUS)
Warning lamp ................................. 265
Preventive occupant safety
system
see PRE-SAFE® (Preventive
occupant safety system)
Product information ............................ 21
Pulling away (automatic
transmission) ..................................... 151
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 24
R
Radar sensor system
Activating/deactivating
................. 227
Radiator cover ................................... 301
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 221
see separate operating instructions
Radio-controlled devices
(installing) .......................................... 297
Reading lamp ..................................... 122
Rear bench seat
Folding forwards/back .................. 270
Rear compartment
Activating/deactivating climate
control ........................................... 138
Setting the air vents ...................... 146
Setting the temperature ................ 141
Rear-compartment seat
see Rear seat
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 242
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seat
Adjusting ....................................... 104
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 310
Function/notes ............................. 199
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 112
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 113
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 143
Index
Information Provided by:
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Rear window heating
Switching on/off
........................... 143
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 130
Switching on/off ........................... 129
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Important safety notes .................. 159
Refueling process .......................... 161
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 293
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 25
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 247
Warning lamp ................................. 264
see Fuel
Reset button ........................................ 29
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 144
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 22
Roller sunblind
Rear panorama roof ....................... 283
Roof carrier ........................................ 277
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 312
Roof load (maximum)
see Technical data
Route
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 222
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 61
Child restraint systems .................... 61
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 45
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 38
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Folding down/up (third row of
seats) ............................................. 104
Important safety notes
.................... 99
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 58
Adjusting the height ......................... 58
Belt force limiters ............................ 59
Cleaning ......................................... 311
Correct usage .................................. 56
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 59
Fastening ......................................... 57
Important safety guidelines ............. 55
Releasing ......................................... 59
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Special seat belt retractor ............... 63
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 228
Warning lamp ................................. 258
Warning lamp (function) ................... 59
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 100
Adjusting (second and third rows) . 104
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 108
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 101
Cleaning the cover ......................... 311
Correct driver's seat position ........... 98
Folding the rear bench seat
forwards/back ............................... 270
Multicontour seat .......................... 107
Seat heating problem .................... 109
Seat ventilation problem ................ 109
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 114
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 108
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 109
Securing hooks .................................. 273
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 309
Service
see ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
Service interval display
Displaying service messages ......... 305
Hiding service messages ............... 305
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Index
Notes ............................................. 305
Service messages .......................... 305
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 375
Capacities
...................................... 371
Coolant (engine) ............................ 376
DEF special additives ..................... 374
Engine oil ....................................... 375
Fuel ................................................ 372
Important safety notes .................. 370
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 375
Washer fluid ................................... 377
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 223
On-board computer ....................... 223
Setting the air distribution ............... 142
Setting the airflow ............................ 142
Side impact air bag ............................. 43
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 243
Side marker lamps
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 126
Side windows
Convenience closing feature ............ 91
Convenience opening feature .......... 91
Hinged side windows ....................... 91
Important safety information ........... 90
Opening/closing .............................. 90
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 93
Resetting ......................................... 92
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 93
Opening/closing .............................. 94
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 94
Resetting ......................................... 94
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 80
Changing the programming ............. 79
Checking the battery ....................... 80
Convenience closing feature ............ 91
Convenience opening feature .......... 91
Display message ............................ 256
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 76
Important safety notes .................... 76
Loss ................................................. 82
Mechanical key ................................ 79
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 149
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 82
Starting the engine
........................ 150
Snow chains .............................. 173, 341
Sockets
Center console .............................. 286
Front-passenger footwell ............... 286
Luggage compartment ................... 286
Points to observe before use ......... 285
Rear compartment ......................... 286
Spare wheel
Notes/data .................................... 365
Storage location ............................ 315
see Emergency spare wheel
Specialist workshop ............................ 24
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Additional speedometer (on-
board computer) ............................ 220
In the Instrument cluster ................. 29
Segments ...................................... 217
Selecting the unit of
measurement ................................ 223
see Instrument cluster
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 237
Introduction ..................................... 38
Warning lamp ................................. 263
Warning lamp (function) ................... 38
Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 126
Display message ............................ 243
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Starting (engine) ................................ 150
Station
see Radio
Steering (display message) .............. 255
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 110
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 110
Button overview ............................... 31
Buttons (on-board
computer) ...................................... 217
Important safety notes .................. 109
Paddle shifters ............................... 157
Index
Information Provided by:
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Steering wheel heating .................. 110
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 114
Steering wheel (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 311
Steering wheel heating
Indicator lamp (malfunction) .......... 111
Switching on/off
........................... 110
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 157
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 269
Glove box ....................................... 269
Parcel net ...................................... 270
Stowage space
Center console .............................. 269
Center console (rear) ..................... 270
Cup holders ................................... 282
Important safety information ......... 268
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 340
Sun visor ............................................ 283
Supplement Restraint System
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 225
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 23
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 144
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 72
T
Tachometer ........................................ 216
Tailgate
Display message
............................ 255
Important safety notes .................... 85
Limiting the opening angle ............... 89
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 88
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 87
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 86
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 243
see Lights
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Technical data
GL 350 BlueTEC ............................. 377
GL 450 ........................................... 377
GL 550 ........................................... 378
Tires/wheels ................................. 363
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 291
Display message ............................ 236
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 292
Emergency call .............................. 288
Important safety notes .................. 287
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 293
MB info call button ........................ 290
Roadside Assistance button .......... 290
Search & Send ............................... 292
Self-test ......................................... 288
System .......................................... 288
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 292
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 230
Display message ............................ 256
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 230
Number from the phone book ........ 230
Redialing ........................................ 230
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 230
Telescopic rod (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 277
Temperature
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 220
Displaying the outside
temperature ................................... 220
Outside temperature ...................... 216
Setting (climate control) ................ 141
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 72
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Time (on-board computer) ................ 224
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 317
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 347
Checking manually ........................ 345
Display message ............................ 252
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Information Provided by:
Index
Maximum ....................................... 344
Notes ............................................. 343
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 319
Pressure loss warning
.................... 345
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 320
Recommended ............................... 341
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 347
Restarting ...................................... 349
Warning lamp ................................. 265
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 361
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 359
Bar (definition) ............................... 359
Characteristics .............................. 359
Checking ........................................ 339
Definition of terms ......................... 359
Direction of rotation ...................... 362
Display message ............................ 252
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 362
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 358
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............ 359
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 360
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 360
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 360
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 360
Important safety notes .................. 338
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 359
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 360
Labeling (overview) ........................ 355
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 361
Load index ..................................... 358
Load index (definition) ................... 360
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 360
Maximum load on a tire
(definition) ..................................... 361
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 360
Maximum tire load ......................... 353
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 360
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 361
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 361
Replacing ....................................... 362
Service life ..................................... 339
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 361
Speed index (definition) ................. 360
Storing ........................................... 363
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 359
Temperature .................................. 355
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 361
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 361
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 361
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 359
Tire size (data) ............................... 363
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed index .................... 356
Tire tread ....................................... 339
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 361
Total load limit (definition) ............. 362
Traction ......................................... 354
Traction (definition) ....................... 361
Tread wear ..................................... 354
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) ................. 361
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 354
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 359
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 360
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 362
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 360
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 64
Towing
Important safety guidelines ........... 331
Installing the towing eye ................ 331
Removing the towing eye ............... 332
Towing a trailer
Coupling up a trailer ...................... 210
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 212
Driving tips .................................... 210
Important safety notes .................. 210
Index
Information Provided by:
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Lights display message .................. 241
Power supply
................................. 213
Shift range ..................................... 157
Towing away
With both axles on the ground ....... 332
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 333
Important safety notes .................. 331
Trailer
Towing ........................................... 211
Trailer loads and drawbar
noseweights ...................................... 213
Trailer towing
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 203
ESP® ................................................ 71
PARKTRONIC ................................. 198
Permissible trailer loads and
drawbar noseweights ..................... 213
Towing a trailer .............................. 211
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle .................. 332
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 179
Driving downhill ............................. 179
Maximum gradient-climbing
capability ....................................... 179
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 311
Trip computer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 229
Trip meter
see Trip odometer
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 220
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 229
Trunk
see Tailgate
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 126
Display message ............................ 241
Switching on/off ........................... 121
see Turn signals
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating)
(definition) ......................................... 361
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 85
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 84
V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 283
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 24
Data acquisition ............................... 25
Display message
............................ 254
Equipment ....................................... 21
Individual settings .......................... 223
Limited Warranty ............................. 25
Loading .......................................... 349
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 85
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 77
Lowering ........................................ 325
Maintenance .................................... 22
Parking for a long period ................ 167
Pulling away ................................... 151
Raising ........................................... 322
Reporting problems ......................... 24
Towing away .................................. 331
Transporting .................................. 332
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 85
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 77
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle dimensions
see Technical data
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 85
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 369
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 248
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 314
Vehicle weights
see Technical data
Video (DVD) ........................................ 222
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 222
VIN ...................................................... 369
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Information Provided by:
Index
W
Warning and indicator lamps
................................................ 260
ABS
Brakes ........................................... 259
Check Engine ................................. 264
Cruise control ................................ 180
Distance warning ........................... 265
ESP® .............................................. 261
ESP® OFF ....................................... 262
Fuel tank ........................................ 264
LIM (DISTRONIC) ........................... 184
Overview .......................................... 30
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ........... 50
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................ 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 264
Seat belt ........................................ 258
SRS ................................................ 263
Tire pressure monitor .................... 265
Warranty ............................................ 368
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 256
see Windshield washer system
Weight
see Technical data
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 325
Wheel chock ...................................... 321
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 362
Changing a wheel .......................... 321
Checking ........................................ 339
Cleaning ......................................... 307
Important safety notes .................. 338
Mounting a wheel .......................... 324
Removing a wheel .......................... 323
Storing ........................................... 363
Tightening torque ........................... 325
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 363
Window curtain air bag ....................... 44
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 309
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting
...................................... 142
Infrared reflective .......................... 297
Windshield washer system .............. 303
Notes ............................................. 377
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 131
Rear window wiper ........................ 129
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 129
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 340
Slippery road surfaces ................... 174
Snow chains .......................... 173, 341
Winter operation
Radiator cover ............................... 301
Winter tires
M+S tires ............................... 172, 340
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 309
Important safety notes .................. 129
Replacing (rear window) ................ 130
Replacing (windshield) ................... 130
Wooden trim (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 311
Introduction
Information Provided by:
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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 any 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
Operator's Manual contains a great deal
This
of helpful 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.
2
Valid only for vehicles with a gasoline engine.
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all 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-related 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 Operating Instructions and the
Maintenance Booklet are important
documents and should be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Service and literature
vehicle is covered under the terms of the
Your
warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
exchange or repair any defective parts
originally installed in the vehicle in
accordance with the terms of the following
warranties:
R
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R
Emission Systems Warranty
R
Emission Performance Warranty
R
California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
Control System Warranty
R
State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
2
Laws)
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Information for customers in California
California law you may be entitled to a
Under
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 Mercedes-Benz in writing of the
need for its repair.
(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.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Service and Warranty Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty
Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle
to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The
service advisor will record every service for
you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of
a breakdown. 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)
For additional information, refer to 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 your vehicle literature portfolio.
In accordance with standard program
guidelines, Roadside Assistance provides
vehicle service up to a reasonable distance
from the next paved road. We will make every
effort to assist in a breakdown situation.
However, the accessibility of your vehicle will
be determined by our authorized MercedesBenz 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 "Change of Address Notice"
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found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or simply call the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
(in the USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
Customer Service Center (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 the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
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.
Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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facilities or replacement parts may
service
not be readily available.
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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
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
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
or
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
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.
cars. As with other vehicles of this
Operating safety
Safety notes
WARNING
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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.
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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
is running. You should therefore never
engine
turn off the engine while driving.
WARNING
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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.
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drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
necessary specialist knowledge, tools and
qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required
on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the service booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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alterations, installation work and
modifications
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work on electronic components
Proper use
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.
The proper use of the vehicle requires that
you familiarize yourself with the following
information and rules:
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safety notes in this Operator's Manual
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technical data in this Operator's Manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Problems with your vehicle
you should experience a problem with your
If
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 is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or
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
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In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting malfunctions relevant to safety
For the USA only:
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
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 also obtain additional information
about vehicle safety from:
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.
Data stored in the vehicle
Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle
(Including
notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Your vehicle records electronic data. If your
vehicle is equipped with mbrace3, data is
transmitted in the event of an accident.
This information helps, for example, to test
vehicle systems after an accident and to
continually improve vehicle safety.
Daimler AG can access this data and submit
it:
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner
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on the instruction of prosecuting
authorities
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for use in arbitration of disputes that
involve Daimler AG, its affiliates or its sales
and service organizations
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as otherwise required or permitted by law.
Please observe the mbrace3 purchase
agreement for further details on the recording
and transfer of data by this system.
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The system is called TELE AID in Canada.
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Cockpit ................................................. 28
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Instrument cluster .............................. 29
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 31
Center console .................................... 32
Overhead control panel ...................... 35
Door control panel .............................. 36
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Cockpit
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Cockpit
At a glance
Function Page
:
Combination switch 121
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Cruise control lever 180
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Instrument cluster 29
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Horn
A
Steering wheel paddle
shifters 157
B
DIRECT SELECT lever 154
C
PARKTRONIC warning
display 196
D
Overhead control panel 35
E
Climate control systems 134
F
Ignition lock 149
Start/Stop button
149
Function Page
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Adjusts the steering wheel
manually 109
H
On-board diagnostics
socket
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Opens the hood 300
J
Parking brake 167
K
Releases the parking brake 167
L
Light switch 118
M
Adjusts the steering wheel
electrically 109
Steering wheel heating 110
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