Mercedes-Benz G 500 2002 User Manual

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G-Class

Operator’s Manual

G500

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:

• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

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

• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

DaimlerChrysler AG

Introduction

Product information .......................... 7

Roadside assistance ......................... 10

Where to find it ................................ 14

Reporting Safety Defects ................ 16

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18

Center console ..............................20

Door control panel .......................22

Overhead control panel ...............23

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 26

Start lock-out ....................................28

General notes on the

central locking system ...............28

Central locking system ...................29

Radio frequency and

infrared remote control ............... 29

Locking and unlocking ................ 31

Choosing global or selective mode on

remote control ...............................31

Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof

from outside ................................. 32

Panic button ................................. 33

Mechanical keys .......................... 33

Doors ................................................. 34

Locking and unlocking

driver’s door manually ............... 36

Tailgate .............................................. 37

Locking and unlocking

the tailgate manually .................. 38

Locking the tailgate separately . 39

Central locking switch .................... 40

Automatic central locking ...............41

Emergency unlocking in

case of accident ...........................41

Antitheft alarm system ................... 42

Tow-away alarm ............................... 43

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 44

Front seat adjustment ..................... 45

Synchronizing head restraints

and seat adjustment fore, aft .....47

Removal and installation of

front seat head restraints .......... 51

Seat heater, front ............................. 52

Seat heater, rear ...............................54

Seat belts and

integrated restraint system .......56

Seat belts ........................................... 56

Seat belt nonusage

warning system ............................57

BabySmart

airbag

deactivation system ....................63

Self-test BabySmart

without

special child seat installed ........63

Supplemental restraint system

(SRS) ............................................. 64

Emergency tensioning retractor

(ETR) .............................................65

Airbags ..............................................66

Safety guidelines for the

seat belt, emergency

tensioning retractor and

airbag ............................................ 71

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Infant and

child restraint systems ................73

Steering wheel adjustment

(electrical) .................................... 78

Inside rear view mirror ...................79

Antiglare night position ..............79

Exterior rear view mirrors .............80

Instrument cluster ...........................84

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ................. 90

Trip and main odometer and

sub menu .....................................94

Audio systems ..................................96

Radio ..............................................96

CD player .......................................97

Telephone ..........................................98

Navigation system .......................... 103

Trip computer ................................. 104

Malfunction/warning

message memory ......................106

Individual settings .........................108

Setting the audio volume .............. 122

Coolant temperature gauge .......... 123

Flexible service system

(FSS) ........................................... 124

Engine oil level indicator ............. 127

Exterior lamp switch ..................... 129

Headlamp mode ..............................130

Night security illumination ..........132

Locator lighting ...........................133

Headlamp cleaning system ...........133

Combination switch .......................134

Rear window wiper/washer ..........138

Hazard warning flasher switch ....139

Climate control .............................. 140

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ................150

Power windows ...............................151

Sliding/pop-up roof ........................154

Interior lighting ..............................156

Door entry lamps ........................157

Rear interior lamps ....................158

Cargo compartment lamps ........159

Sun visors ........................................161

Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........161

Interior .............................................162

Storage compartments,

armrest and cup holder ........... 162

Glove box ..................................... 163

Ashtrays .......................................... 168

Lighter ............................................. 170

Floor mat ......................................... 170

Split rear seat bench ..................... 171

Rear seat head restraints ..........173

Enlarged cargo area ....................... 174

Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 174

Partition net .................................... 175

Loading instructions .....................178

Parcel net in

front passenger footwell ..........180

Cargo area cover blind .................. 180

Roof racks ........................................ 181

Brush guard ....................................182

Telephone, general ........................ 184

Cellular telephone ......................... 184

Garage door opener ....................... 185

Driving

Control and operation of

radio transmitters ..................... 190

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) ................................. 191

Maintenance ................................... 191

Tele Aid ........................................... 192

Catalytic converter ........................202

Emission control ............................203

Starter switch .................................204

Starting and turning off

the engine ..................................206

Automatic transmission ...............207

Parking brake ................................. 215

Driving instructions .......................216

Drive sensibly – save fuel .........216

Drinking and driving .................216

Pedals ...........................................216

Power assistance .........................217

Brakes ...........................................217

Driving off ....................................218

Parking .........................................219

Tires ..............................................219

Snow chains ............................... 222

Winter driving instructions ..... 222

Deep water .................................. 224

Passenger compartment ........... 225

Traveling abroad ........................ 225

Off-Road driving ............................ 226

Cruise control ................................ 234

Brake assist system

(BAS) .......................................... 237

Antilock brake system

(ABS) ...........................................239

Four-wheel electronic traction system

(4-ETS) ........................................ 241

Electronic Brake Booster

(EBB) ...........................................242

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ...........................................243

Transfer case ..................................247

Switching transfer case .............248

A few words about differentials

and differential locks ............... 251

Differential locks ............................253

What you should know

at the gas station .......................258

Check regularly and before a long

trip ............................................... 261

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Instrument cluster display

Malfunction and indicator

lamps in the

instrument cluster ....................264

On-board diagnostic system .........265

Check engine malfunction

indicator lamp .............................265

Brake warning lamp ..................266

Supplemental restraint system

(SRS) indicator lamp ..................267

Fuel reserve warning .................268

ABS malfunction

indicator lamp .............................269

Electronic stability program

(ESP) — warning lamp ...............270

Seat belt nonusage

warning lamp .............................270

Malfunction and indicator lamp

in the center console ................ 271

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....271

Malfunction and warning

messages in the

multifunction display .............. 272

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE

(engine control unit) ................. 273

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE

(several systems) ....................... 273

BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ........274

ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .... 275

BRAKE ASSIST ............................276

BRAKE PAD WEAR .................... 277

BRAKE FLUID ............................ 277

PARKING BRAKE ....................... 278

SEAT BELT SYSTEM .................. 278

ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) .279

COOLANT

(coolant level) ............................. 280

COOLANT

(coolant temperature) ............... 281

ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 282

LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................283

LIGHT SENSOR ...........................285

DOOR ...........................................285

TRUNK OPEN .............................286

HOOD ...........................................286

TELEPHONE – FUNCTION .......287

TELE AID .....................................287

WASHER FLUID .........................288

RESTRAINT SYSTEM .................289

KEY ...............................................289

FUEL RESERVE ..........................290

UNDERVOLTAGE ........................290

ELECTRONIC BRAKE BOOSTER

(EBB) ............................................ 291

ENGINE AIR FILTER ..................291

TC SHIFT ....................................292

TC SHIFT CONDITIONS ............292

TC IN NEUTRAL .........................293

TRANSFER CASE .......................293

Practical hints

First aid kit, vehicle tools

and jack ......................................296

CD-changer .....................................296

Fuses ................................................297

Electrical outlet ..............................301

Stowing items in the vehicle ........301

Hood .................................................302

Checking engine oil level .............304

Automatic transmission

fluid level ...................................305

Engine oil consumption ................305

Coolant level ...................................306

Adding coolant ...........................306

Windshield washer/headlamp

cleaning system .........................307

Windshield and headlamp

washer fluid mixing ratio .........307

Vehicle jack .................................... 308

Wheels .............................................310

Tire replacement ........................310

Rotating wheels ..........................311

Spare wheel cover ..........................312

Spare wheel .....................................313

Changing wheels ............................314

Tire inflation pressure ..................318

Battery ..............................................319

Jump starting ................................. 321

Towing the vehicle ........................ 324

Transmission selector lever,

manually unlocking .................. 327

Stranded vehicle ............................ 327

Exterior lamps ............................... 328

Headlamp assembly .................. 329

Fog lamp, front ........................... 332

Turn signal lamp, front ............ 334

Turn signal lamp, side ...............335

Front and rear

side marker lamps .....................337

Taillamp assemblies ..................339

License plate lamp .....................340

Rear fog lamp / Backup lamp ... 341

Changing batteries in

the electronic key .....................343

Synchronizing

remote control ............................345

Emergency operation of

sliding/pop-up roof ...................346

Manual release for

fuel filler flap .............................347

Replacing wiper blades .................348

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Vehicle care

Cleaning and care

of the vehicle .............................350

Power washer .............................. 351

Tar stains ..................................... 351

Paintwork, painted body

components ................................. 351

Engine cleaning ..........................352

Vehicle washing .........................352

Ornamental moldings ................352

Headlamps, taillamps,

turn signal lenses ......................352

Window cleaning ........................353

Wiper blades ...............................353

Light alloy wheels ......................353

Instrument cluster .....................353

Steering wheel and

gear selector lever ......................353

Cup holder ...................................354

Seat belts .....................................354

Headliner .................................... 354

Upholstery .................................. 354

Hard plastic trim items ............. 354

Plastic and rubber parts ........... 354

Technical data

Spare parts service ....................... 356

Warranty coverage ........................ 356

Identification labels ...................... 357

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ........... 358

Technical data ................................ 359

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. –

capacities ................................... 361

Engine oils ...................................... 363

Engine oil additives ...................... 363

Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 363

Brake fluid ...................................... 363

Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 364

Fuel requirements ........................ 364

Gasoline additives ......................... 365

Coolants .......................................... 365

Consumer information ................. 367

Index

Index ................................................369

Product information

Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

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Operator’s manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this 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.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

Service and warranty information

The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:

• New Light Truck Limited Warranty,

• Emission System Warranty,

• Emission Performance Warranty,

• California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles 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 and have given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us of the need for its repair and given us the opportunity to repair ourselves, or (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Maintenance

The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

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Roadside assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Roadside assistance will be provided in accordance with standard program guidelines which include providing service to the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from a paved roadway. We will make every effort to assist in a breakdown situation, however, the accessibility of your vehicle will be determined by our authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center technician or the tow service provider on a case by case basis and may be a factor in our ability to respond.

Additional charges may be applicable for a breakdown location determined not to be a reasonably accessible roadside location as determined by our authorized technician and tow service provider.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

• Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,

• unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage

the catalysts,

• gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

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We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Wa rn in g!

This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars were 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, 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.

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Where to find it

The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:

• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

•Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation.

•Driving: Important information on driving.

• Instrument cluster display: Indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions.

•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency.

• Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle.

• Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,

coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.

•Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.

Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.

Explanation of color used:

Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background.

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 immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center management, or if necessary contact us at 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. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

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For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18

Center console ..............................20

Door control panel .......................22

Overhead control panel ...............23

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instruments and controls

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

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For adjustment of air outlets, refer to climate control, see page 140.

1 Exterior lamp switch, see page 129

2 Headlamp cleaning system, see page 133

3 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment switch, see

page 80

4 Combination switch, see page 134

5 Control lever for Linguatronic voice control system

(optional), see seperate Operating Instructions

6 Instrument cluster, see page 84

7 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 90

8 Horn (with key in steering lock position 1 or 2),

Driver airbag, see page 68

9 Starter switch, see page 204

10 Glove box, see page 163

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

19Instruments and controls

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Center console

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

20Instruments and controls

11 Differential-lock switch, see page 253

12 Left front seat heater switch, see page 52

13 Switch for rear window washer/wiper, see page 138

14 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 139

15 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 271

16 Central locking switch, see page 40

17 Antitheft alarm system, see page 42

Switch for Tow-away alarm, see page 43

18 Right front seat heater switch, see page 52

19 COMAND system (Cockpit Management and Data

System), see seperate operating instructions

20 Automatic climate control, see page 140

21 Ashtray with lighter, see page 168

22 Automatic transmission, see page 207

23 Parking brake, see page 215

24 Transfer case, see page 247

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

21Instruments and controls

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

22Instruments and controls

Door control panel 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 34

2 Memory function, for storing seat, steering wheel

and exterior rear view mirrors, see page 48

3 Front seat adjustment switch, see page 45

4 Steering wheel adjustment switch, see page 78

5 Power window switches, see page 151

data

Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 156

2 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 192

3 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 154

4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and

voice recognition system

5 Rear view mirror, see page 79

6 Garage door opener, see page 185

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 26

Start lock-out ....................................28

General notes on the

central locking system ...............28

Central locking system ...................29

Radio frequency and

infrared remote control ............... 29

Locking and unlocking ................ 31

Choosing global or selective mode on

remote control .............................. 31

Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from

outside ........................................... 32

Panic button .................................. 33

Mechanical keys ........................... 33

Doors .................................................. 34

Locking and unlocking

driver’s door manually ................ 36

Tailgate ..............................................37

Locking and unlocking

the tailgate manually ................... 38

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

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Locking the tailgate

separately ...................................... 39

Central locking switch .................... 40

Automatic central locking ...............41

Emergency unlocking in

case of accident ...........................41

Antitheft alarm system ................... 42

Tow-away alarm ............................... 43

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 44

Front seat adjustment ..................... 45

Synchronizing head restraints

and seat adjustment fore, aft ..... 47

Removal and installation

of front seat head restraints ......51

Seat heater, front ............................. 52

Seat heater, rear .............................. 54

Seat belts and

integrated restraint system ....... 56

Seat belts .......................................... 56

Seat belt nonusage

warning system ............................ 57

BabySmart

airbag

deactivation system ................... 63

Technical

data

Self-test BabySmart

without special child seat

installed ........................................ 63

Supplemental restraint system

(SRS) ............................................. 64

Emergency tensioning retractor

(ETR) .............................................65

Airbags ..............................................66

Safety guidelines for the

seat belt, emergency

tensioning retractor

and airbag .................................... 71

Infant and child

restraint systems .......................... 73

Steering wheel adjustment

(electrical) .................................... 78

Inside rear view mirror .................. 79

Antiglare night position .............. 79

Exterior rear view mirrors .............80

Instrument cluster ........................... 84

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ................. 90

Trip and main odometer

and sub menu .............................. 94

Audio systems ..................................96

Radio ..............................................96

CD player .......................................97

Telephone ..........................................98

Navigation system .......................... 103

Trip computer ................................. 104

Malfunction/warning

message memory ......................106

Individual settings .........................108

Setting the audio volume .............. 122

Coolant temperature gauge .......... 123

Flexible service system

(FSS) ............................................ 124

Engine oil level indicator .............. 127

Exterior lamp switch ..................... 129

Headlamp mode ............................. 130

Night security illumination ......... 132

Locator lighting .......................... 133

Headlamp cleaning system ...........133

Combination switch .......................134

Rear window wiper/washer ..........138

Hazard warning flasher switch ....139

Climate control .............................. 140

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ................150

Power windows ...............................151

Sliding/pop-up roof ........................154

Interior lighting ..............................156

Door entry lamps ........................157

Rear interior lamps ....................158

Cargo compartment lamps ........159

Sun visors ........................................161

Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........161

Interior .............................................162

Storage compartments,

armrest and cup holder ............162

Glove box ......................................163

Ashtrays .......................................... 168

Lighter ............................................. 170

Floor mat ......................................... 170

Split rear seat bench ..................... 171

Rear seat head restraints ..........173

Enlarged cargo area ....................... 174

Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 174

Partition net .................................... 175

Loading instructions .....................178

Parcel net in

front passenger footwell ..........180

Cargo area cover blind .................. 180

Roof racks ........................................ 181

Brush guard ....................................182

Telephone, general ........................ 184

Cellular telephone ......................... 184

Garage door opener ....................... 185

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

Practical hints Car care Index

Technical

data

26Central locking system

Vehicle keys

Included with your vehicle are 2 electronic keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key.

The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic keys are a dif ferent color (black and grey) to help distinguish each individual key.

Warn in g!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Electronic key

The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plus removable mechanical key.

The remote control (1) operates all locks on the vehicle.

The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, tailgate, and glove box lock.

When using the mechanical key (2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control. To do so, move locking tab (3) to the right and slide the mechanical key (2) in direction of arrow (4).

The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic key.

The infrared receiver is located in the driver’s door below the door handle.

Note:

Remove the mechanical key from the electronic key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to rear cargo area or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key.

See page 39 for separate locking of tailgate and page 163 for locking of glove box.

Obtaining replacement keys

Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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Important!

Removing the electronic key from the starter switch activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started.

Inserting the electronic key in the starter switch deactivates the start lock-out.

Note:

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

General notes on the central locking system

If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control.

If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked:

• Check the batteries of the electronic key, see page 343, or synchronize the electronic key, see page 345.

• Use the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle. To start engine, insert the electronic key in the starter switch. There could be a slight delay until the electronic key can be turned in the starter switch.

Important!

When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.

To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

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Radio frequency and infrared remote control

The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control.

Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check lamp lights up briefly – indicating that the batteries are in order. See page 343 for checking batteries.

The vehicle doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control.

Opening and closing the windows can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at the receiver of the driver’s door (6), press and hold transmit button Œ or ‹, seepage32.

If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control.

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1 Transmit button

‹ Locking

Œ Unlocking

2 Lamp for battery check (see page 343 for changing

batteries if it does not light up briefly)

3 PANIC button

4 Transmitter eye

5 Locking tab for mechanical key

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Locking and unlocking with remote control

Unlocking:

Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked.

The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below):

Selective unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and tailgate.

Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and tailgate.

Notes:

If the tailgate was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 39.

The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control (see below for changing mode).

If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door or tailgate is opened, the electronic key is not inserted in the starter switch, or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will automatically lock.

Locking:

Press transmit button ‹ once. All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. If they do not blink three times, a door or the tailgate is not properly closed.

Note:

If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 343 and 345.

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control

Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ simultaneously for 6 seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.

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Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/ convenience feature)

Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the driver’s door receiver.

Summer opening:

The sliding/ pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened automatically.

Continue to press transmit button Œ after unlocking the vehicle.

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approximately 1 second.

To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.

Convenience feature:

The sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed.

Continue to press transmit button ‹ after locking the vehicle.

The windows and sliding/ pop-up roof begin to close after approximately 1 second.

To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button.

Ensure that all side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

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Never operate the windows or sliding/ pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure.

In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of movement press Œ for opening or ‹ for closing.

Note:

If the windows and sliding/pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to cha nge the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 343 and 345.

Panic button

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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

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

Mechanical keys

The mechanical keys work only in the driver’s door, tailgate, and storage compartment locks.

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To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes.

To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in starter switch.

Note:

For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or arm or disarm the antitheft alarm system.

The alarm sounds when unlocking the driver’s door or tailgate. Cancel alarm by turning electronic key in starter switch to position 1, or with the remote control by pressing button Œ or ‹.

Unlocking and locking the driver’s door manually, see page 36.

Unlocking the tailgate manually, see page 38.

Locking the tailgate separately, see page 39.

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To open the door, press the lock cylinder (1) and pull on the door handle (2).

Note:

The passenger side door cannot be unlocked using the mechanical key.

3 Front door from inside:

Pull handle to unlock.

4 Individual door from inside:

Push button down to lock. Pull lock button up to unlock.

Important!

The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or arm or disarm the antitheft alarm system.

When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down.

Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.

Notes:

The alarm sounds when unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key. Cancel alarm by turning electronic key in starter switch to position 1, or with the remote control by pressing button Œ or ‹.

If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, only the door being opened from the inside will unlock, and the alarm will come on. The doors, the tailgate and fuel filler flap remain locked.

In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually.

To lock, push down lock buttons and turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 4. In addition lock the tailgate.

To unlock the driver’s manually, see page 36.

Rear doors, previously centrally locked, can be opened from inside by first unlocking the vehicle with the central locking switch, see page 40, or by first pulling up the door lock button.

If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 347.

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Locking and unlocking driver’s door manually

1 To open, press lock cylinder

2 Locking driver’s door

3 Unlocking driver’s door

If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked using the remote control, lock or unlock the driver’s door using the mechanical key.

Notes:

The alarm sounds when unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key. Cancel alarm by turning electronic key in starter switch to position 1.

The passenger door cannot be unlocked manually.

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To open the tailgate, press the lock cylinder (2) and pull on the tailgate handle (1).

Note:

When unlocking the tailgate with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.

To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch to position 1 or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

Important!

Only drive with the tailgate closed as otherwise exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.

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

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Locking and unlocking the tailgate manually

1 Locking

2 Unlocking

If the tailgate cannot be unlocked with remote control due to a malfunction, unlock the tailgate using the mechanical key.

Note:

When unlocking the tailgate with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.

To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch to position 1 or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

Locking the tailgate separately Locking tailgate separately:

Lock tailgate using the mechanical key (1).

The tailgate will remain locked, even if the vehicle is centrally unlocked.

Cancellation of separate tailgate locking:

Turn mechanical key in lock cylinder to position (2).

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1 Locking

2 Unlocking

The central locking switch is located in the center console.

Doors and tailgate can only be locked with the central locking switch, if all doors and the tailgate are closed.

If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remote control mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked.

If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside.

Notes:

If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and tailgate cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch.

The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch.

If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

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When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Automatic central locking

Wit h the automatic central lockin g system activated, the doors and tailgate are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km / h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

The automatic central locking function can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “VEHICLE” – “AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK”, see page 118.

Notes:

If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km / h) or more.

If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km /h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km / h) or more.

Important!

When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the following:

With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km / h) or more.

Emergency unlocking in case of accident

The doors unlock automatically a short time after an accident in which an airbag or emergency tensioning retractor deploys (this is intended to aid rescue and exit).

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Antitheft alarm system

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1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console

The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle.

The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 15 seconds after locking the vehicle.

A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.

Operation:

Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone:

• opens a door,

• opens the tailgate,

• opens the hood,

• attempts to raise the vehicle.

The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 192.

Notes:

When unlocking the driver’s door or the tailgate with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.

To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch to position 1 or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

Tow-away al arm

The switch is located in the center console.

1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm

2 Indicator lamp

Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.

The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 192.

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

To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0, or remove electronic key from starter switch. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly.

Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic key.

The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic key, at which time it is automatically reactivated.

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With the easy-entry/exit feature activated the steering wheel tilts upwards. This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. However, the engine must be turned off.

The easy-entry/exit feature can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “EASY-ENTRY FEATURE ACTIVATE”, see page 120.

When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch and the driver’s door is closed the steering wheel returns to the last position set for it.

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You must ensure that no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/ exit feature is in operation and the driver’s door is being opened or the electronic key is removed from the starter switch. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervi sed use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

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

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

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

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle.

The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or front passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervi sed use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 (with respective front door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0).

Note:

If the passenger side seat backrest is set to a full upright position and the passenger seat is moved fully forward, the cup holder next to the armrest must be removed (page 166) and the cup holder in the passenger footwell (page 167) must be folded closed.

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The switches are located in each front door.

We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:

1 Seat, up/down

Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached.

2 Seat adjustment, fore/ aft

Press the switch (fore / aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

3 Seat cushion tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.

4 Backrest tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

5 Head restraint

The height of the head restraint is adjusted automatically with the seat so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch to support the back of your head approximately at ear level.

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Adjust the head restraint angle by hand. Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.

For notes on inside rear view mirrors adjustment, see page 79; For exterior rear view mirrors adjustment, see page 80 and for steering wheel adjustment, see page 78.

Synchronizing head restraints and seat adjustment fore, aft

If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty), the head restraints and the seat adjustment fore, aft are no longer adjusted automatically.

To resynchronize the adjustment feature, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2, move the seat completely forward and the head restraint fully down.

To recall the desired seat position push and hold position button (2) until the adjustment has stopped, see page 48 for notes on the memory function.

Caution!

Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. For removal refer to head restraints, front on page 51. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.

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Memory function

The buttons are located on the doors.

1 Memory button, used to store selected positions

which can be retrieved by pressing

2 Position buttons

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

Together with the driver’s seat position you can store the positions for steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors.

For the front passenger seat you can store the seat position.

Three stored positions for the driver’s seat are available for each of the two electronic keys.

This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu “SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”. Refer to individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEYDEPENDENT”, see page 120.

Storing positions into memory:

With the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2 or with the relevant door open and the electronic key inserted in the starter switch.

Adjust the seat to the desired position, see page 46.

Driver’s seat: You can also adjust the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors electrically for the driver’s seat. See page 80 for exterior rear view mirror adjustment and page 78 for steering wheel adjustment.

Push memory button (1), release and push the position button (2) within 3 seconds.

Recalling positions from memory:

To recall a seat /steering wheel/exterior rear view mirror position, push and hold button (2) to selected memory position until the adjustment has stopped.

The seat/ steering wheel / exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the button is released.

Caution!

Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the backrest is in an excessively reclined position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats.

First move backrest to an upright position.

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Important!

Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust if necessary the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and backrest angle to insure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also airbag section for proper seat positioning.

In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequa te control, reach, operation and comfort. Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision.

Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion.

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Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart

compatible child seat,

system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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

Removal and installation of front seat head restraints

Note:

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

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Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.

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To rem ove:

Press switch (1) upwards and hold until the head restraint is fully extended. Pull head restraint out.

To i nstall:

Press switch (1) upwards and hold for about 5 seconds.

Press the head restraint down until it engages.

Adjust head restraint to the desired position.

Adjusting head restraint, see page 46.

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

Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level.

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

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The switch is located in the center console.

The front seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2.

Press switch to turn on seat heater:

1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in

the switch lights up.

2 Rapid seat heating mode. Both indicator lamps in

the switch light up. After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode, the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and on ly one indicator lamp will stay on.

Turning off seat heater:

If one indicator lamp is on, press upper half of switch.

If both indicator lamps are on, press lower half of switch.

If left on, the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation.

Notes:

When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary.

The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power-consuming devices are switched on at the same time, or if the battery charge is low. When this occurs, the indicator lamp in the switch will blink (both indicator lamps blink during rapid seat heating mode). The seat heaters will switch on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.

If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat heaters can be switched off.

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Seat heater, rear

The switch is located on the center pillar.

The rear seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2.

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Press switch to turn on seat heater:

1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in

the switch lights up.

2 Rapid seat heating mode. Both indicator lamps in

the switch light up. After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode, the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and on ly one indicator lamp will stay on.

Turning off seat heater:

If one indicator lamp is on, press upper half of switch.

If both indicator lamps are on, press lower half of switch.

If left on, the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation.

Notes:

When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary.

If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat heaters can be switched off.

The heater circuit will be switched off for safety reasons to prevent a build up of heat and overheating of the seat, (for example, seat is folded forward).

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Seat belts and integrated restraint system

Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors for front and second row outboard seat belts, and single front airbags. Their protective functions are designed to complement one another.

Seat belts

Important!

Laws in most states and all Canadian provinces require seat belt use.

All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lapshoulder belt.

For your safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use.

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Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart

compatible child seat,

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

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

Note:

For cleaning and care of the seat belts, see page 354.

Seat belt nonusage warning system

After starting the engine, a warning sounds a short time and the seat belt warning lamp < remains illuminated if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.

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

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

In the same crash, the possibility for injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt.

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Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt.

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1 Latch plate

2 Buckle

3 Release button

Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2) until it clicks. Do not twist the belt. A twisted seat belt may cause injury.

To help avoid severe or fatal injuries, the lap belt must be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen.

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Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.

The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after engaging it.

Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it should not touch the neck). For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the belt outlet. Five positions are available.

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4 Button for belt outlet height adjustment

To raise, slide belt height adjustment upward.

To lower, press button (4) and slide belt outlet downward.

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For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or backrest into positions which could affect the correct seat belt positioning.

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The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden vehicle stops or when quickly pulling on the belt. The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pulling out the belt.

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Push the release button (3) in the belt buckle (2).

Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1).

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USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY.

• Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident.

• Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes “SRS” (driver airbag and front passenger airbag) and “ETR” (seat belt emergency tensioning retractors for the driver’s seat, passenger’s seat and rear outboard passenger seats). The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds.

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

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

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

• Each seat belt should never be used for more than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects.

• Belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to manage impact forces. The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries.

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

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

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USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY.

Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart

compatible child seat,

system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

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

Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning.

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Special BabySmart

airbag deactivation system

compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center are required for use with the BabySmart

airbag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy.

The ü indicator lamp located in the center console will be illuminated, except with electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0.

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After turning electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2, the ü indicator lamp located in the center console comes on for approximately 6 seconds and then extinguishes.

If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. See page 271 for notes on the ü indicator lamp.

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The BabySmart

airbag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart

compatible.

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

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

The passenger front airbag will not deploy only if the ü indicator lamp remains illuminated.

Please be sure to check the indicator every time you use the special system child seat. Should the light go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. If the light remains out, do not use the BabySmart

restraint to transport children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

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Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which the airbags were designed to operate, and do not afford any protection whatsoever in crashes for which the airbags are not designed to deploy.

The SRS uses two crash severity levels (thresholds) to activate either the Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) or front airbag or both. Activation depends on the direction and severity of the impact exceeding the preset thresholds and whether the seat belt is fastened.

Seat belt fastened

• first threshold exceeded: ETR activates

• second threshold exceeded: airbag also activates

Seat belt not fastened

Front seats:

• first threshold exceeded: airbag activates, but not ETR

Rear outer seats:

• first threshold exceeded: ETR activates

Notes:

Driver, front passenger and rear outer seat systems operate independently of each other.

Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can appear to the “SRS” to indicate the presence of an occupant in that seat which causes the passenger front airbag to deploy in a crash exceeding the appropriate threshold.

Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)

The seat belts for the front seats and outboard passenger seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors. These tensioning retractors are located in each seat belt buckle and become operationally ready with the key in starter switch position 1 or 2.

The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastened during frontal impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS and in rear impacts exceeding a preset severity level. They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restricting its forward movement as much as possible.

In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, rollovers, certain side impacts, or other accidents without sufficient frontal or rear impact forces, the emergency tensioning retractors will not be activated. The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner.

For seat belt and emergency tensioning retractor see page 71.

Note:

The emergency tensioning retractors for the driver and front passenger seats will only deploy if the front seat belts are buckled.

The rear center automatic two point seat belt is not equipped with an emergency tensioning retractor.

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1 Driver airbag

The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag.

The driver airbag is located in the steering wheel hub.

2 Front passenger airbag

The passenger front airbag is located in the dashboard ahead of the front passenger.

In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver and front passenger airbags can provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds.

Important!

The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp “SRS” in the instrument cluster when turning the key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out after approximately 5 seconds; after the lamp goes out, the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again. If the lamp does not come on at all or if it fails to extinguish after approximately 5 seconds or if it comes on thereafter, a malfunction in the system has been detected.

The following system components are monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), airbag ignition circuits, front seat belt buckle, emergency tensioning retractors, seat sensor.

Initially, when the key is turned from starter switch position 0 to positions 1 or 2, malfunctions in the crash-sensor are detected and indicated (the “SRS” indicator lamp stays on longer than 5 seconds or does not come on).

Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately.

In the operational mode, after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check, interruptions or short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle harnesses, and low voltage in the entire system are detected and indicated.

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In the event a malfunction of the “SRS” is indicated as outlined above, the “SRS” may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the “SRS” may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.

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Front airbags

The driver and front passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold.

The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the ü indicator lamp in the instrument cluster is not illuminated, see page 271.

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Important!

Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts which exceed preset thresholds.

Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severity to meet the deployment thresholds, will they provide their supplemental protection.

The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts, otherwise it is not possible for the airbags to provide their intended supplemental protection.

In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll-overs, other side impacts, rear collisions, or other accidents in which the airbags are not designed to deploy, the airbags will not be activated. The driver and passenger will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.

We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.

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Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, which may cause significant injuries, however, no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities.

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

The service life of the front passenger airbag extends to the date indicated on the label located on the driver side B pillar. To provide continued reliability after that date, they should be inspected by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center at that time and replaced when necessary.

Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags which are designed to activate in certain impacts exceeding a preset threshold to reduce the potential and severity of injury. It is important to your safety and that of your passenger that you replace deployed airbags and repair any malfunctioning airbags to ensure the vehicle will continue to provide crash protection for occupants.

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To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbags inflate, it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their seat belts.

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

Since the airbag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag. Occupants who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the airbag can be seriously injured by an airbag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye.

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• Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the backrest.

• Adjust the driver’s seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s breastbone to the center of the airbag cover on the steering wheel must be at least ten inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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

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

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

• Always sit upright, properly use the seat belts and appropriate size infant or child restraint system.

• Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart

system installed in the vehicle to

deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.

• Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmart

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

Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag

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• Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

• Airbags and “ETR’s” are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An airbag or emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) that was activated must be replaced.

• Do not pass belts over sharp edges.

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

• Do not use handles above doors for placing such items as coat hangers etc.

• No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the “SRS”. This includes changing or removing any component or part of the “SRS”, the installation of additional trim material, badges etc. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger airbag cover, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/ electronic equipment on or near “SRS” components and wiring. Keep area between airbags and occupants free from objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.).

•An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated. Do not touch.

• Improper work on the system, including incorrect installation and removal, can lead to possible injury through an unintended activation of the “SRS”.

• In addition, through improper work there is a risk of rendering the “SRS” inoperative or causing unintended airbag deployment. Work on the “SRS” must therefore only be performed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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• For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

• Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other injuries resulting from airbag deployment.

When you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an “SRS” by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.

Infant and child restraint systems

We recommend that all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints.

To fasten a child restraint follow child restraint instructions for routing. Then pull shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack.

To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner.

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For child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages refer to page 75 (installation of infant and child restraint systems).

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

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The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces.

Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.

When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

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

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Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart

compatible child seat,

System installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an infant or chi ld restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised children in a child restraint system may use vehicle equipment and may cause serious personal injury.

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The anchorage rings (1) are located in the rear cargo compartment. Located on each side of the passenger compartment are two anchorage rings (for the rear outer seats) and one on the roof pillar above the tailgate (for the rear center seat).

Guide tether strap between head restraints. Be carefully that the tether strap is not twisted.

When mounting a tether strap on the rear outer seats, reinstall the cargo area cover blind (page 180) and the optional partition net (page 175).

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To secure a tether strap to the anchorage, securely fasten the hook (3), which is part of the tether strap, to the anchorage ring (2). For safety, please make sure that the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.

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Child seat mounts – “LATCH” type

This vehicle is provided with two “LATCH” type mounts (at each of the outer rear seats) for the installation of a “LATCH” child seat having the matching mounting fittings.

Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side mounting fittings (1).

Non-“LATCH” type child seats may also be used and are capable of being installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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With a child seat installed in the left rear seat, the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must operate freely.

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The “LATCH” mounting fittings are intended for children up to 50 lbs (22 kg) in weight.

Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side mounting fittings (1).

An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident.

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

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system.

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

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch and lock your vehicle.

The steering wheel adjustment feature can also be operated with the driver’s door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

To operate the steering wheel adjustment switches, turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 (with a front door opened, the steering wheel adjustment can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0 for approximately 30 minutes).

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1 Steering column, lengthen or shorten column

Move the switch to the front or rear.

2 Steering column, height

Move the switch up or down.

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The steering wheel adjustment can be stored together with the seat and exterior rear view mirror adjustment. See page 48 for notes on the memory function.

Inside rear view mirror

Manually adjust the mirror.

Automatic antiglare night position

With the key in starter switch position 2 and the automatic antiglare function activated, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity.

Notes:

With gear selector lever in position “R”, or with the interior lamps (except cargo compartment lamp) switched on, the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity.

The automatic antiglare function does not react, if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror.

The antiglare function will not react for example, if the cargo area is fully loaded.

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In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks.

Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.

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1 Exterior rear view mirror left

2 Exterior rear view mirror right

3 Position button

4 Memory button

The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. The memory button (4) is located on the driver’s door.

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

Exterior mirror adjustment

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

Push button to select mirror to be adjusted: Driver’s side – Push button (1). Passenger side – Push button (2).

Push the adjustment button (3) up, down, left or right according to the setting desired.

Notes:

The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside temperature.

If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position, it must be repositioned by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place.

Before running the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold the mirrors in, otherwise they might get damaged.

Storing mirror positions in memory

The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat /steering wheel adjustment and can be recalled when necessary. See page 48 for notes on the memory function.

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The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects close to the vehicle).

With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, and the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side position (button 2), the passenger side mirror will be turned downward when placing the gear selector lever in “R” reverse.

Note:

The button 2 must not be pressed, when the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING” – “ON” is set, see page 120.

The passenger side mirror will return to its previous position:

• immediately at speeds above approx. 6 mph (10 km/h) – independent of the engaged gear,

• after 10 seconds when shifting gear selector lever from “R” Reverse,

• by pressing the driver’s side mirror button %.

To store passenger mirror parking position:

1. The vehicle must be stationary.

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.

2. Select passenger side mirror & (button 2) and

adjust the mirror to view the curb.

3. Push the memory button “M” (4).

4. Within 3 seconds push bottom of adjustment button (3). The mirror should not move.

Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.

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One stored parking position is available for each of the two electronic keys.

This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu, “SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”, see under individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEYDEPENDENT”, see page 120.

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1 Knob for instrument cluster illumination,

seepage84 Reset knob for trip odometer, see page 88 and individual settings, see page 108

2 Tachometer

3 Speedometer

4 Left turn signal indicator lamp, see combination

switch on page 134

5 Electronic stability program (ESP) warning lamp,

see page 270

6 Right turn signal indicator lamp, see combination

switch on page 134

7 Multifunction display, see page 90

Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display, see page 272

8 Trip odometer, see page 88 and 94

9 Main odometer, see page 94

10 Display for transfer case program mode and gear

range indicators, page 210

11 Malfunction/warning message memory,

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12 Outside temperature indicator, see page 89

13 Digital clock

To set the time, see individual settings on page 110

14 Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp, see page 268

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Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster

High beam, see page 134

ABS

ABS malfunction, see page 269

Brake warning lamp (except Canada), see page 266. Parking brake engaged, see page 266 Brake fluid low, see page 266

ESP. Adjust driving to road condition, see page 270

Fasten seat belts, see page 270

SRS malfunction, see page 267

Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running, it indicates a malfunction of the fuel management system, emission control system, systems which impact emissions, or the fuel cap is not closed tight. In all cases, we recommend that you have the malfunction checked as soon as possible, see page 265.

Activating instrument cluster display

The instrument cluster is activated by:

• Opening the door

• Pressing button (1) on the instrument cluster

• Turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.

• Switching on the exterior lamps.

1 The instrument cluster is activated for approximately 30 seconds.

Instrument cluster illumination

The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened automatically to suit daylight lighting conditions.

The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted when the vehicle’s exterior lamps are switched on.

Display illumination, changing basic settings for driving at dusk or in darkness:

Rotate adjusting knob (1) clockwise – instrument lamp intensity increases.

Rotate adjusting knob (1) counterclockwise – instrument lamp intensity decreases.

Note:

It is not possible to select a basic brightness setting in daylight – the intensity is adjusted automatically.

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Tachometer (2)

The red marking on the tachometer denotes excessive engine speed.

Avoid this engine speed, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.

Trip odometer (8)

To reset to “0” miles/km:

Activate the instrument cluster if it is not already activated, see page 87.

Press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the trip odometer appears if it is not displayed. See page 94.

Press and hold button (1) on the instrument cluster, see page 84.

Outside temperature indicator (12)

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The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice-Warning Device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice.

The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving. This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be verified by comparison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor, not by comparison to external displays (e.g. bank signs etc.).

Adaption to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions (stopand-go or moderate, constant driving) and amount of temperature change.

Note:

The unit for the temperature indicator display can be set in the individual setting menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” – “TEMP. INDICATOR” on page 110.

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Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, you may use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to call up, control and set the following systems in the multifunction display:

1 Trip odometer and main odometer, see page 88 and

page 94

Flexible service system (FSS), see page 124 Vehicle speed, see page 94 Coolant temperature gauge, see page 123 Engine oil level indicator, see page 127

2 Audio systems, see page 96

Radio, see page 96 CD player, see page 97

3 Navigation system, see page 103

4 Malfunction message memory, see page 106

5 Individual settings, see page 108

6 Trip computer, seepage104

After start After reset Fuel tank content

7 Telephone, see page 98

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed.

The display advances by one system each time the button is pressed.

You may call up additional displays wit hin some of these categories by pressing the j or k button.

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A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/ her primary focus when driving.

For your safety and the safety of others, selecting features through the multifunction steering wheel should only be done by the driver when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely.

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second.

Note:

The displays in the multifunction display can be set to German, English, French, Italian or Spanish language. See the “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” individual settings on page 110 for instructions on changing the language setting.

The displays for the audio systems (radio, CD player) and for the telephone will appear in English, regardless of the language selected.

1 Multifunction display

2 Multifunction steering wheel

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.

Press button:

3 è for next system

4 ÿ for previous system

5 j for next display in system

6 k for previous display in system

7 æ to increase the volume, see page 122

8 ç to decrease the volume, see page 122

9 í to dial a telephone number, see page 98

10 ì to end a call

See page 98 for telephone and page 102 for instructions on answering an incoming call.

11 Horn pad

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed.

The display advances by one system each time the button is pressed.

You may call up additional displays in some systems by pressing the j or k button.

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1 Trip odometer and main odometer

See page 88 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer.

2 Coolant temperature gauge, see page 123

3 Vehicle speed if “SPEED DISP.” is selected in the

individual setting menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” “SELECT DISPLAY”, refer to page 110

Outside temperature if “OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE” is selected in the individual setting menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” - “SELECT DISPLAY”, see page 110

4 FSS (Flexible service system), see page 124

5 Engine oil level indicator, see page 127

Press è or ÿ button repeatedly until the trip odometer and main odometer display (1) appears.

Press the j or k button repeatedly until the required display (2, 3, 4, 5, 1) appears.

Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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1 Audio system is switched off.

2 The radio is switched on.

3 Wave band setting and memory location number,

where appropriate.

4 Station name setting or station frequency.

5 This only appears when “MEMORY” rather than

“STATION SEARCH” has been selected in the setting menu “VEHICLE” – “PRESS BUTTON IN AUDIO MODE”, page 118.

The radio must be switched on.

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears.

Press button j or k repeatedly until the required station or frequency is displayed.

Use the j of k button to select a stored station or station frequency. This depends on the selection made in the setting menu “PRESS BUTTON IN AUDIO MODE”. See individual settings, page 118.

Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

CD player 1 Radio system is switched off.

2 The CD player is switched on.

3 The number of the CD currently playing is displayed

if you are using a CD changer.

4 Track number.

“TITLE” appears on vehicles with COMAND system.

“TRACK” appears on vehicles with audio system.

The radio must be switched on.

The CD player must be switched on.

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears.

Press the j or k button repeatedly until the required track number (4) is displayed.

Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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To select a CD from the magazine, press a number on the audio system or the (optional) COMAND system key pad located in the center dashboard.

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Mercedes-Benz G 500 2002 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

7Introduction

Roadside assistance

Where to find it

Instruments and controls

Center console

Door control panel 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 34

Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 156

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Electronic key

Start lock-out

General notes on the central locking system

Central locking system

Radio frequency and infrared remote control

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control

Panic button

Doors

Locking and unlocking driver’s door manually

Tailgate

Locking and unlocking the tailgate manually

Locking the tailgate separately Locking tailgate separately:

Central locking switch

Emergency unlocking in case of accident

Antitheft alarm system

Tow-away al arm

Easy-entry/exit feature

Front seat adjustment

Synchronizing head restraints and seat adjustment fore, aft

Storing positions into memory:

Recalling positions from memory:

Removal and installation of front seat head restraints

Seat heater, front

Seat heater, rear

Seat belts and integrated restraint system

Seat belts

Seat belt nonusage warning system

Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)

Airbags

Front airbags

Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag

Infant and child restraint systems

Steering wheel adjustment

Inside rear view mirror

Exterior rear view mirrors

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Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster

Activating instrument cluster display

Instrument cluster illumination

Tachometer (2)

Trip odometer (8)

Outside temperature indicator (12)

Trip and main odometer and sub menu

Audio systems