Mercedes-Benz G-Class Uk 2013 Owner's Manual

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Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz

Before you first drive off, read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

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Contents

Index ....................................................... 4

Introduction ......................................... 13

At a glance ........................................... 17

Safety ................................................... 23

Opening and closing ........................... 37

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 49

Lights and windscreen wipers ........... 57

Climate control .................................... 77

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

Display and display messages ......... 117

Stowing and features ....................... 127

Maintenance and care ...................... 139

Breakdown assistance ..................... 153

Wheels and tyres .............................. 173

Technical data ................................... 187

Index

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Function/notes ................................ 35

Important safety notes .................... 35

Warning lamp ................................. 121

Activating/deactivating air-recir-

culation mode ...................................... 81

Additives (engine oil) ........................ 194

Adjusting the seat ............................... 51

ADR (working speed governor) .......... 95

Airbags

Front airbag (driver, front

passenger) ....................................... 27

Important safety guidelines ............. 26

Triggering ......................................... 25

Air-conditioning system

see Heating and air-conditioning system

Air filter

Cleaning valves .............................. 144

Warning lamp ................................. 124

Air vents

Important safety notes .................... 83

Setting ............................................. 83

Setting the centre air vents ............. 83

Setting the side air vents ................. 83

All-wheel drive

Transfer case ................................. 110

Anti-lock braking system

see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Approach/departure angle .............. 109

Aquaplaning ....................................... 103

Assembly tool

General notes ................................ 138

Radio aerial .................................... 138

ASSYST service interval display

Resetting a service message ......... 146

Service messages .......................... 146

Automatic car wash .......................... 147

Automatic transmission

Driving tips ...................................... 93

Emergency running mode ................ 95

Important safety notes .................... 91

Kickdown ......................................... 93

Overview .......................................... 91

Problem (fault) ................................. 95

Pulling away ..................................... 88

Releasing the parking lock man-

ually ................................................. 95

Selector lever ................................... 91

Shift ranges ..................................... 93

Trailer towing ................................... 93

Automatic transmission emer-

gency running mode ........................... 95

Auxiliary heating

Activating/deactivating ................... 82

Important safety notes .................... 82

Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-

ing) ...................................................... 201

BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 36

Battery

Warning lamp (control panel) ......... 163

Warning lamp (instrument cluster) . 123

Battery (vehicle)

Charging ........................................ 161

Important safety notes .................. 160

Jump starting ................................. 163

Overview ........................................ 160

Battery isolating switch ...................... 87

Blackout lighting

Switching on/off .............................. 59

Bodystyling bar ................................. 138

Bonnet

Closing ........................................... 141

Important safety notes .................. 140

Opening ......................................... 140

Opening completely ....................... 141

Brake fluid

Notes ............................................. 195

Brakes

ABS .................................................. 35

BAS .................................................. 36

Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 195

Driving tips .................................... 102

Important safety notes .................. 102

Parking brake ................................ 101

Warning lamp ................................. 120

Breakdown

see Flat tyre see Towing away

Bulb

Convoy lighting ................................ 72

Index

Bulbs

Additional turn signal lamp .............. 68

Blackout brake lamps ...................... 71

Blackout lighting .............................. 67

Blackout tail lamp ............................ 69

Brake lamp ...................................... 69

Dipped-beam headlamps ................. 65

Foglamps ......................................... 66

Licence plate lamp ........................... 72

Main-beam headlamps ..................... 65

Rear foglamp ................................... 70

Replacing ......................................... 65

Reversing lamp ................................ 70

Side lamp ......................................... 66

Tail lamp .......................................... 69

see Changing bulbs

Care

Automatic car wash ....................... 147

Display ........................................... 150

Headlamps ..................................... 150

High-pressure cleaner .................... 148

Interior ........................................... 150

Matt paintwork .............................. 149

Notes ............................................. 147

Paint .............................................. 148

Plastic trim .................................... 150

Seat belt ........................................ 151

Seat covers .................................... 151

Trailer coupling .............................. 150

Wheels ........................................... 148

Windows ........................................ 149

Wiper blades .................................. 149

Centre console

Lower section .................................. 22

Overview .......................................... 21

Changing a bulb

Rear (chassis cab with 12 V elec-

trical system) ................................... 73

Changing bulbs

Important safety notes .................... 63

Overview of bulb types .................... 64

Reversing lamps .............................. 70

Turn signals (front) ........................... 67

Changing gears .................................... 92

Checklist

After driving off-road ...................... 107

Before driving off-road ................... 107

Child-proof lock

Rear door ......................................... 34

Child-proof locks

Rear doors ....................................... 34

Children

In the vehicle ................................... 29

Restraint systems ............................ 29

Child seat

ISOFIX .............................................. 31

On the front-passenger seat ............ 30

Recommendations ........................... 34

Suitable positions ............................ 33

Top Tether ....................................... 31

Chock

see Wheel chock

Climate control

Setting the air vents ........................ 83

Cockpit

Overview .......................................... 18

Combination switch ............................ 60

Coolant (engine)

Checking the level ......................... 143

Notes ............................................. 195

Temperature gauge ........................ 118

Coupling jaw ...................................... 166

Daytime driving lights

Switching on/off (switch) ................ 59

Diagnostics connection ...................... 14

Diesel .................................................. 192

Diesel particle filter .......................... 101

Differential lock

Disengaging ................................... 113

Front axle ...................................... 113

Rear axle ........................................ 113

Transfer case ................................. 112

see Differential lock

Differential locks

Engaging ........................................ 112

General notes ................................ 111

Terrain ........................................... 111

Dipped-beam headlamp

Switching on/off .............................. 59

Index

Dipped-beam headlamps

Changing bulbs ................................ 65

Setting for driving abroad (sym-

metrical) .......................................... 58

Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 150

Display message

ASSYST service interval display ..... 145

Door

Opening (from the inside) ................ 39

Doors

Overview .......................................... 39

Driving abroad

Symmetrical dipped beam ............... 58

Driving in mountainous terrain

Approach/departure angle ............ 109

Driving downhill ............................. 109

Gradient-climbing capability

(maximum) ..................................... 109

Driving off-road

see Off-road driving

Driving on flooded roads .................. 103

Driving safety system

Electronic Brake-force Distribution .. 36

Important safety guidelines ............. 35

Driving safety systems

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 35

BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 36

Overview .......................................... 35

Driving tips

Aquaplaning ................................... 103

Automatic transmission ................... 93

Brakes ........................................... 102

Downhill gradient ........................... 102

Driving abroad ................................. 58

Driving in winter ............................. 105

Driving on flooded roads ................ 103

Driving on sand .............................. 108

Driving over obstacles ................... 108

Gravel roads .................................. 108

Icy road surfaces ........................... 105

Off-road driving .............................. 106

Off-road fording ............................. 104

Snow chains .................................. 176

Symmetrical dipped beam ............... 58

Towing a trailer .............................. 113

Travelling uphill .............................. 109

Tyre grip ........................................ 103

Tyre ruts ........................................ 108

Wet road surface ........................... 102

EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

Function/notes ................................ 36

Emergency start facility ................... 163

Engine

Engine number ............................... 191

Jump-starting ................................. 163

Running irregularly ........................... 90

Starting problems ............................ 90

Starting the engine with the key ...... 88

Stopping ........................................ 101

Warning lamp (engine diagnostics) 122

Engine electronics

Notes ............................................. 189

Problem (fault) ................................. 90

Engine oil

Additives ........................................ 194

Checking the oil level ..................... 142

Checking the oil level (on-board

computer) ...................................... 142

Filling capacity ............................... 194

Notes about oil grades ................... 194

Topping up ..................................... 143

Viscosity ........................................ 194

Environmental protection

Note ................................................. 13

Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 13

Filler cap

see Fuel filler flap

Fire extinguisher ............................... 154

First-aid kit ......................................... 154

Fitting a wheel

Removing a wheel .......................... 181

Fitting wheels

Fitting a wheel ............................... 181

Raising the vehicle ......................... 179

Securing the vehicle against roll-

ing away ........................................ 179

Flat tyre

Preparing the vehicle ..................... 159

Index

Floormat ............................................. 138

Foglamps

Switching on/off .............................. 60

Folding seat ......................................... 53

Frequencies

Mobile phone ................................. 189

Two-way radio ................................ 189

Fuel

Important safety notes .................. 192

Notes about consumption ............. 193

Premium-grade unleaded petrol ..... 192

Problem (malfunction) ................... 100

Quality (diesel) ............................... 192

Refuelling ......................................... 96

Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 192

Fuel/water separator

Service ........................................... 146

Warning lamp ................................. 124

Fuel filler flap

Opening/closing .............................. 98

Fuel reserve

see Fuel

Fuel tank

Capacity ........................................ 192

Problem (malfunction) ................... 100

Fuse allocation chart ........................ 170

Fuse box

Front-passenger footwell ............... 170

Fuse extractor ................................... 170

Fuses

Allocation chart ............................. 170

Before changing ............................. 170

Fuse allocation chart ..................... 170

Fuse box in the front-passenger

footwell .......................................... 170

Important safety notes .................. 169

Main fuse box ................................ 170

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 188

Glove compartment .......................... 130

Gradient-climbing capability (max-

imum) ................................................. 109

Hazard warning lamps ........................ 61

Headlamp

Cleaning system (function) .............. 61

Cleaning system (notes) ................ 196

Headlamp range

Controlling ....................................... 61

Headlamps

Cleaning ......................................... 150

Misting up ........................................ 62

Topping up the cleaning system .... 144

Head restraints

Adjusting ......................................... 52

Removing/fitting ............................. 53

Heating and air-conditioning system

Activating/deactivating air-recir-

culation mode .................................. 81

Activating/deactivating heating

system ............................................. 79

Adjusting air outlets ......................... 83

Cooling with air dehumidification ..... 80

Demisting the windows .................... 81

Demisting the windscreen ............... 81

Important safety notes .................... 78

Increasing/reducing temperature .... 80

Overview .......................................... 79

Problems with the cooling with air

dehumidification function ................ 80

Setting the airflow ........................... 80

Switching rear window heating

on/off .............................................. 81

High-pressure cleaners .................... 148

Immobiliser .......................................... 36

Increasing/reducing temperature (heating and air-conditioning sys-

tem) ...................................................... 80

Indicator and warning lamps

Overview .......................................... 20

Instrument cluster

Overview .......................................... 19

Instrument cluster lighting .............. 119

Instrument panel

Instrument panel display ............... 119

Index

Interior lighting ................................... 62

Automatic control system ................ 62

Manual control ................................. 62

Overview .......................................... 62

Reading lamp ................................... 62

ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 31

Jack

Pump lever ..................................... 180

Storage location ............................ 155

Using ............................................. 179

Jump-starting

Jump leads ..................................... 163

Using a jump-starting socket ......... 165

Jump starting (engine) ...................... 163

Jump-starting socket ........................ 165

Key

Loss ................................................. 39

Malfunction ...................................... 39

Overview .......................................... 38

Problem (malfunction) ..................... 39

Starting the engine .......................... 88

Unlocking/locking vehicle ............... 38

Key positions

Key .................................................. 87

Lashing eyelets ................................. 134

Lights

Blackout lighting .............................. 59

Convoy marking ............................... 72

Dipped-beam headlamps ................. 59

Driving abroad ................................. 58

Foglamps ......................................... 60

Hazard warning lamps ..................... 61

Headlamp flasher ............................. 60

Headlamp range .............................. 61

Light switch ..................................... 58

Main-beam headlamps ..................... 60

Rear foglamp ................................... 60

Side lamps ....................................... 59

Slider lock ........................................ 59

Switching the daytime driving

lights on/off (switch) ....................... 59

Turn signals ..................................... 60

see Changing bulbs see Interior lighting

Loading guidelines ............................ 128

Locking

From the inside (central locking

button) ............................................. 39

Luggage compartment enlargement

Important safety notes .................. 130

M+S tyres ........................................... 176

Main-beam headlamps

Switching on/off .............................. 60

Main fuse box .................................... 170

Matt finish (cleaning instructions) .. 149 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre

see Qualified specialist workshop

Mirrors

see Exterior mirrors

Mobile phone

Frequencies ................................... 189

Installation ..................................... 189

Transmission output (maximum) .... 189

Notes on running in a new vehicle .... 86

Occupant safety

Children in the vehicle ..................... 29

Important safety notes .................... 24

Odometer ........................................... 119

Off-road driving

Checklist ........................................ 107

Driving on sand .............................. 108

Important safety notes .................. 106

Travelling uphill .............................. 109

Off-road fording ................................. 104

Oil

see Engine oil

Oil level (warning lamp) .................... 124

Index

Operating safety

Diagnostics connection ................... 14

Outside temperature display ........... 118

Paint code .......................................... 191

Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 148

Parking ............................................... 100

Important safety notes .................. 100

Parking brake

Operating ....................................... 101

Warning lamp ................................. 122

see Parking brake

Parking lock

Releasing manually .......................... 95

Petrol .................................................. 192

Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 150 Platform dropside

Important safety notes .................... 44

Opening/closing .............................. 45

Removing/fitting ............................. 45

Power supply (trailer) ....................... 116

Preheater block ................................... 97

Pulling away

Automatic transmission ................... 88

Qualified specialist workshop ........... 15

Radiator cover ................................... 142

Radio aerial

Assembly tool ................................ 138

Removing ....................................... 138

Removing the radio aerial .............. 138

Securing ........................................ 138

Securing the radio aerial ................ 138

Rear bench seat

Folding forward .............................. 131

Rear door

Opening/closing .............................. 40

Rear foglamp

Switching on/off .............................. 60

Rear lamps

see Lights

Rear seat bench

Folding into an upright position ..... 132

Rear-view mirror .................................. 55

Rear window heating .......................... 81

Rear window wiper

Switching on/off .............................. 74

Refuelling

Important safety notes .................... 96

Refuelling process ........................... 98

see Fuel

Reserve (fuel tank)

see Fuel

Reserve fuel

Warning lamp ................................. 122

Restraint system

see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Rev counter ........................................ 118

Reversing lamp

Changing bulbs ................................ 70

Safety

Children in the vehicle ..................... 29

Child restraint systems .................... 29

Safety system

see Driving safety systems

Seat

Side-facing bench seat in the lug-

gage compartment .......................... 54

Seat backrest

Folding back .................................. 131

Seat belt

Cleaning ......................................... 151

Fastening ......................................... 29

Important safety guidelines ............. 27

Releasing ......................................... 29

Seat heating

Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 54

Seats

Adjusting the head restraint ............ 52

Cleaning the cover ......................... 151

Correct driver's seat position ........... 50

Folding the folding seat forward ...... 53

Important safety notes .................... 50

Overview .......................................... 50

Switching seat heating on/off ......... 53

Index

Securing a load .................................. 133

Service products

Brake fluid ..................................... 195

Coolant (engine) ............................ 195

Engine oil ....................................... 194

Fuel ................................................ 191

Important safety notes .................. 191

Notes ............................................. 191

Washer fluid ................................... 196

Setting the airflow .............................. 80

Shift ranges ......................................... 93

Short journeys (diesel particle fil-

ter) ...................................................... 101

Side windows

Important safety notes .................... 46

Opening/closing .............................. 46

Ski rack .............................................. 136

Slider lock ............................................ 59

Sliding windows .................................. 47

Snow chains ...................................... 176

Sockets

12V socket .................................... 136

24V port ........................................ 137

24V socket .................................... 136

Spare fuses ........................................ 170

Spare wheel

Fitting ............................................ 178

Notes/data .................................... 184

Spare wheel bracket at the rear .... 157

Spare wheel carrier under the

vehicle ........................................... 158

Spare wheel bracket

Swinging to the side ........................ 42

Specialist workshop ............................ 15

Split rear door ...................................... 42

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Introduction ..................................... 24

Warning lamp ................................. 122

Warning lamp (function) ................... 25

Starting the engine

Important safety notes .................... 88

Stowage areas ................................... 129

Stowage compartment

Door stowage compartment .......... 130

Map pockets .................................. 130

Stowage compartment (platform

truck) .................................................. 135

Stowage compartments

Glove compartment ....................... 130

Important safety information ......... 129

Summer tyres .................................... 176

Sun visor ............................................ 136

Supplemental Restraint System

see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Tail lamps

see Lights see Rear lamps

Technical data

Capacities ...................................... 191

Chassis-cab ........................... 197, 198

Information .................................... 188

Long-wheelbase panel van ............. 196

Long-wheelbase station wagon ...... 197

Trailer loads ................................... 201

Tyre pressures ............................... 184

Tyres .............................................. 182

Tyres/wheels ................................. 182

Wheels ........................................... 182

Temperature

Coolant .......................................... 118

Outside temperature ...................... 118

Theft-deterrent system

Immobiliser ...................................... 36

Top Tether ............................................ 31

Towing

Important safety notes .................. 166

In the event of malfunctions .......... 169

Towing a trailer

Axle load, permissible .................... 201

Trailer tow hitch ............................. 198

Towing away

With both axles on the ground ....... 167

Towing coupling ................................ 166

Towing eye

Front .............................................. 167

Rear ............................................... 167

Tow-starting

Important safety notes .................. 166

Index

Trailer

7-pin connector ............................. 116

Coupling up ................................... 115

Power supply ................................. 116

Trailer coupling (cleaning instruc-

tions) .................................................. 150

Trailer loads

Technical data ............................... 201

Trailer tow hitch ................................ 115

Trailer towing

Driving tips .................................... 113

Mounting dimensions .................... 198

Shift range ....................................... 93

Trailer loads ................................... 201

Transfer case

General notes ................................ 110

Indicator lamp ................................ 125

Shifting .......................................... 110

Shifting (general notes) .................. 110

Shifting (important safety notes) ... 110

Shifting to neutral .......................... 111

Shift range ..................................... 110

Switching off the off-road gear

ratio ............................................... 111

Switching on the off-road gear

ratio ............................................... 111

Transmission

see Automatic transmission

Transmission position display ........... 92

Transmission positions ....................... 92

Transport (vehicle) ............................ 167

Travelling uphill

Brow of hill ..................................... 109

Trip meter

Resetting ....................................... 119

Turn signals

Changing bulbs (front) ..................... 67

Switching on/off .............................. 60

Two-way radio

Frequencies ................................... 189

Installation ..................................... 189

Transmission output (maximum) .... 189

Type identification plate

see Vehicle identification plate

Tyre pressure

Recommended ............................... 177

Table (single tyres) ......................... 178

Tyres

Changing a wheel .......................... 178

Checking ........................................ 175

Direction of rotation ...................... 179

Grip ................................................ 103

Important safety notes .................. 174

Replacing ....................................... 178

Service life ..................................... 175

Storing ........................................... 179

Technical data ............................... 182

Tyre size (data) .............................. 182

Tyre tread ...................................... 175

see Flat tyre

Underride guard (collapsible) .......... 158

Unlocking

From inside the vehicle (central

unlocking button) ............................. 39

Vehicle

Correct use ...................................... 15

Data acquisition ............................... 15

Electronics ..................................... 189

Equipment ....................................... 13

Implied warranty .............................. 15

Leaving parked up ......................... 101

Lowering ........................................ 182

Pulling away ..................................... 88

Raising ........................................... 179

Registration ..................................... 15

Securing from rolling away ............ 179

Towing away .................................. 166

Tow-starting ................................... 166

Transporting .................................. 167

Vehicle data

see Technical data

Vehicle identification number

see VIN

Vehicle identification plate .............. 191

Vehicle tool kit .................................. 155

VIN ...................................................... 191

Index

Walk-on bonnet ................................. 137

Warning and indicator lamps

ABS ................................................ 120

Air filter .......................................... 124

Battery ........................................... 123

Brakes ........................................... 120

Brake wear .................................... 120

Coolant level .................................. 123

Engine diagnostics ......................... 122

Oil Level ......................................... 124

Parking brake ................................ 122

Preglow .......................................... 122

Reserve fuel ................................... 122

Reserve fuel (yellow) ...................... 122

SRS ................................................ 122

Transfer case ................................. 125

Washer fluid ................................... 125

Water separator ............................. 124

Warning triangle ................................ 154

Washer fluid (warning lamp) ............ 125

Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 182

Wheel chock ...................................... 156

Wheels

Changing/replacing ....................... 178

Changing a wheel .......................... 178

Checking ........................................ 175

Cleaning ......................................... 148

Cleaning (warning) ......................... 179

Fitting a new wheel ........................ 181

Fitting a wheel ............................... 179

Important safety notes .................. 174

Overview ........................................ 174

Removing a wheel .......................... 181

Storing ........................................... 179

Technical data ............................... 182

Tightening torque ........................... 182

Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 182

Winch socket ..................................... 137

Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 149

Windscreen washer fluid

see Windscreen washer system

Windscreen washer system

Notes ............................................. 196

Topping up ..................................... 144

Windscreen wipers

Problem (malfunction) ..................... 75

Rear window wiper .......................... 74

Replacing the wiper blades .............. 74

Switching on/off .............................. 73

Winter

Driving in winter ............................. 105

Winter operation ............................ 176

Winter operation

Overview ........................................ 176

Snow chains .................................. 176

Winter tyres

M+S tyres ...................................... 176

Wiper blades

Cleaning ......................................... 149

Important safety notes .................... 74

Replacing ......................................... 74

Working speed governor

see ADR

Introduction

Protection of the environment

General notes

Environmental note

Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.

Our objectives are to use the natural resources which form the basis of our existence on this planet sparingly and in a manner which takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into consideration.

You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally-responsible manner.

Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tyre wear depend on the following factors:

operating conditions of your vehicle

your personal driving style

You can influence both factors. Therefore, please bear the following in mind:

Operating conditions:

avoid short trips, as these increase fuel consumption.

observe the correct tyre pressure.

do not carry any unnecessary weight in the vehicle.

remove the roof rack once you no longer need it.

a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You should therefore adhere to the service intervals.

all maintenance work should be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Personal driving style:

do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.

do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary.

drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and braking.

change gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.

switch off the engine in stationary traffic.

monitor the vehicle's fuel consumption.

Returning an end-of-life vehicle

Mercedes-Benz will take back your Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environmentally responsible manner, in accordance the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.

The End of Life Vehicles Directive applies to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to

3.5 t, in accordance with national regulations. For several years, Mercedes-Benz has been meeting all the legal requirements for a design which allows for recycling and re-use. There is a network of return points and disassembly plants which can recycle your vehicle in an environmentally-responsible manner. The methods employed in vehicle and parts recycling are constantly being developed and improved. This means that your Mercedes-Benz will also continue to meet even the increased recycling quotas in the future in good time. You can obtain further information from your national MercedesBenz homepage or your national hotline number.

Owner's Manual

Vehicle equipment

This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Owner's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features described. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety. Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle may differ from that in the descriptions and illustrations.

Introduction

The original purchase contract documentation for your vehicle contains a list of all of the systems in your vehicle.

Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

The Owner's Manual and the Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.

Operating safety

Important safety notes

WARNING

If you do not have the prescribed service/ maintenance work or necessary repairs carried out, this could result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.

Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as necessary repairs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring could effect their function and/or the operation of other networked components. This could in particular also be the case for systems relevant to safety. They might not function properly any more and/or jeopardise the operational safety of the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an accident and injury.

Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as electronic components or their software. Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Improper modification of the electronic components, their software or wiring can render the operating permit invalid.

Declarations of conformity

Wireless vehicle components

The following information applies to all components of this vehicle that receive and/or transmit radio waves:

The components of this vehicle which receive and/or transmit radio waves are compliant with the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. You can obtain further information from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Electromagnetic compatibility

The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehicle components has been checked and certified according to Directive 72/245/EEC or the equivalent regulation ECE-R 10. In each case, the currently valid version is applicable.

Diagnostics connection

WARNING

If you connect equipment to a diagnostics connection, it can affect the operation of the vehicle systems. This could compromise the operating safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a risk of an accident.

Do not connect any equipment to a diagnostics connection.

WARNING

Loose equipment or cables hanging from a device which are connected to a diagnostic connection could impede pedal clearance. The equipment or cables could get caught between the pedals when driving and braking suddenly. This could impair the function of the pedals. There is a risk of accident.

Do not attach any equipment or cables in the driver's footwell.

If the engine is switched off and a device is connected to a diagnostic connection, the battery may become discharged.

Introduction

The diagnostics connection is only intended for the connection of diagnostic equipment at a qualified specialist workshop.

Connecting equipment to the diagnostics connection can lead to emissions monitoring information being reset, for example. This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection.

Qualified specialist workshop

A qualified specialist workshop has the necessary special skills, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out any necessary work on your vehicle. This particularly applies to work relevant to safety.

Observe the notes in the Service Booklet.

Always have the following work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop:

work relevant to safety

service and maintenance work

repair work

modifications, installations and conversions

work on electronic components

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

It is advisable to register your vehicle with a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle ownership.

Correct use

Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:

the safety notes in this manual

the technical data in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

laws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles

If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognise certain dangers. Leave warning stickers in position.

Implied warranty

Follow the instructions in this manual about the proper operation of your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions are not covered either by Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.

Vehicle registration

Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres to carry out technical inspections on certain vehicles. The quality or safety of the vehicle is improved as a result of the inspection.

Mercedes-Benz can only inform you about vehicle checks if it has your registration data.

It is possible that your vehicle has not yet been registered in your name in the following cases:

if your vehicle was not purchased at an authorised specialist dealer.

if your vehicle has not yet been examined at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Data stored in the vehicle

Fault data

Components which are critical for vehicle operation are equipped with fault data memories as standard. There are also data storage devices which record the technical reactions of vehicle components to certain driving situations (e.g. airbag deployment).

This data is used exclusively to:

assist in the rectification of faults and defects

help Mercedes-Benz optimise and develop vehicle functions

Introduction

The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements.

When your vehicle is serviced by MercedesBenz, this technical information can be read out from the fault memory. Authorised employees of the Mercedes-Benz service network read this technical information using special diagnostic computers.

After a fault has been rectified, the information is deleted from the memory. Other memory data is constantly overwritten.

Other devices that store data

Depending on the equipment level, your vehicle may feature communications and/or entertainment systems (e.g. navigation devices, telephone systems). These allow you to save and edit data required for the operation of the respective device.

Further information on operation (e.g. on deleting data) can be found in the separate operating instructions.

Cockpit ................................................. 18

Instrument cluster .............................. 19

Centre console .................................... 21

At a glance

Cockpit

At a glance

;

Function Page

Combination switch 60

Adjusts the headlamp range 61

Emergency start facility 163

Instrument cluster 19

Ignition lock 87

Glove compartment 130

Battery main switch

Steering wheel

Horn

Opening the bonnet 140

Only for 24 V electrical system.

Instrument cluster

Displays and controls

Function Page

;

Rev counter 118

Speedometer

Coolant temperature gauge 118

Fuel gauge

Adjusts the instrument cluster lighting: brighter 119

Adjusts the instrument cluster lighting: dimmer 119

Inoperative

Total distance recorder/trip meter selector button 119

Reset button

Display

Instrument cluster

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Warning and indicator lamps

At a glance

Function Page

Brakes 120

;

Turn signals 60

ABS warning lamp 121

Reserve fuel 122

Washer fluid level 125

Preglow 122

ADR 95

Air filter 124

Transfer case 125

Engine diagnostics

122

Function Page

ABS indicator lamp 120

Coolant

Fuel/water separator 124

Parking brake 122

Oil level 124

Brake pad wear indicator

Battery 123

Main-beam headlamps 60

SRS 122

Rear foglamp 60

Centre console

Overview

Example: centre console overview

Function Page

Rear foglamp 60

;

Hazard warning lamps 61

CD/radio player; see the separate operating instructions

12 V socket 136

Activates/deactivates ADR (working speed governor) 95

Adjusts ADR (working speed governor) 95

Switch for cable-winch socket/ 137

Jump starting socket 165

Increases/reduces the temperature (air-conditioning system) 80

Air-recirculation mode

Centre console

Function Page

24 V power socket 136

Heating and air-conditioning system control panel 79

Automatic transmission selector lever 91

Control panel 22

Parking brake 101

Battery main switch 87

Light switch 58

Switches the rear window wiper on/off 74

Washes the rear window with washer fluid 74

Rear window heating 81

Foglamps 60

At a glance

Centre console

Lower section with control panel

At a glance

Centre console, lower section with con-

trol panel (example)

Function Page

24 V turn signal indicator lamp for trailer towing

;

24 V battery charge warning lamp 163

Display for 12 V/24 V battery voltage and operating hours counter

Foglamp indicator lamp 60

Switches display between 12 V/24 V battery voltage and operating hours counter

Function Page

12 V turn signal indicator lamp for trailer towing

Engages the transfer case 110

Seat heating 53

Auxiliary heating 82

Engages differential locks 112

Useful information .............................. 24

Occupant safety .................................. 24

Children in the vehicle ........................ 29

Driving safety systems ....................... 35

Anti-theft systems .............................. 36

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Occupant safety

Useful information

This Owner's Manual describes all models, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features descri-

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bed. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety.

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Occupant safety

Important safety notes

WARNING

If service work is not carried out correctly, the operating safety of your vehicle may be affected. This could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. Moreover, the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.

Always have service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Modifications to the restraint systems could result in them not functioning properly any more. The restraint systems could then no longer protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do and could fail in the event of an accident or activate unexpectedly, for example. There is an increased risk of injury.

Never modify parts of the restraint systems. Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as electronic components or their software.

The airbag system can be adapted for a person with disabilities. For further information, consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Seat belts, together with the Supplemental Restraint System, SRS (Y page 24), are complementary, co-ordinated restraint sys-

tems. They reduce the risk of injury in specific, pre-defined types of accident situations and thereby increase occupant safety. However, seat belts and airbags generally do not protect against objects penetrating the vehicle from the outside.

To ensure that the restraint systems can deliver their full potential protection, make sure that:

the seat and head restraint are adjusted properly (Y page 50)

the seat belt has been fastened properly (Y page 29)

the airbags can inflate unrestricted if deployed (Y page 26)

the restraint systems have not been modified

An airbag increases the protection of vehicle occupants wearing a seat belt. However, airbags are only an additional restraint system which complements, but does not replace, the seat belt. All vehicle occupants must wear their seat belt correctly at all times, even if the vehicle is equipped with airbags. The airbags are not deployed in all types of accidents. For example, if the protective capacity of correctly fastened seat belts is not increased by deploying the airbags, the airbags will not deploy.

Airbag deployment only provides increased protection if the seat belt is worn correctly. The seat belt helps, firstly, to keep the vehicle occupant in the best position in relation to the airbag. Secondly, in a head-on collision, for example, the seat belt prevents the vehicle occupant from being propelled towards the point of impact.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Introduction

SRS reduces the risk of occupants coming into contact with the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident. It can also reduce the

Occupant safety

forces to which occupants are subjected during an accident.

SRS consists of:

SRS warning lamps +

airbags

airbag control unit

SRS warning lamp

WARNING

If SRS is malfunctioning, child restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident with a high rate of vehicle deceleration. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

Have SRS checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

A malfunction has occurred if the + warn- ing lamp:

does not go out after three seconds when you turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock (self diagnosis)

does not go on when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock

does not go out after the engine has been running for a few seconds

lights up again

Airbag deployment

During the first stage of a collision, the airbag control unit evaluates important physical data relating to vehicle deceleration or acceleration, such as:

duration

direction

magnitude

Based on the evaluation of this data, the airbag control unit triggers the front airbags in the event of a collision with a very high rate of deceleration or acceleration in a longitudinal direction. In the event of a collision, the

front airbags inflate with the maximum amount of gas within a few milliseconds.

Airbags are not deployed in all types of accidents. Also, not all airbags are deployed together in an accident. The different airbag systems work independently of each other.

How the airbag system works is determined by the severity of the collision detected, especially the vehicle deceleration or acceleration, and the apparent type of accident:

head-on collision

rear impact

The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially determined by:

the distribution of forces during the collision

the collision angle

the deformation characteristics of the vehicle

the characteristics of the object with which the vehicle has collided

Factors which can only be seen and measured after a collision has occurred do not play a decisive role in the deployment of an airbag, nor do they provide an indication of airbag deployment.

The vehicle may be deformed significantly, e.g. the bonnet or the wing, without an airbag being deployed. This is the case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affected and the rate of deceleration is not high. Conversely, airbags may be deployed even though the vehicle suffers only minor deformation. This is the case if, for example, very rigid vehicle parts such as longitudinal body members are hit, and sufficient deceleration occurs as a result.

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Occupant safety

Airbags

Important safety notes

WARNING

Airbags provide additional protection; they are not, however, a substitute for seat belts.

Observe the following notes to reduce the risk

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of serious or even fatal injury caused by airbag deployment:

all vehicle occupants – in particular, pregnant women – must wear their seat belt correctly at all times and lean back against the backrest, which should be positioned as close to the vertical as possible. The head restraint must support the back of the head at about eye level.

always secure children less than 1.50 m tall and under 12 years of age in suitable child restraint systems.

the driver and front passenger must select a seat position that is as far away from the airbag as possible. The driver's seat position must allow the vehicle to be driven safely. The driver's chest should be as far away from the centre of the driver's airbag cover as possible.

move the front-passenger seat as far back as possible. This is especially important if you have secured a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat.

a rearward-facing child restraint system must never be secured on the frontpassenger seat.

make sure there are no heavy or sharpedged objects in the pockets of clothing.

do not lean forwards, e.g. over the cover of the driver's/front-passenger front airbag, particularly when the vehicle is in motion.

do not put your feet on the dashboard.

only hold the steering wheel on the outside. This allows the airbag to be fully deployed. You could be injured if the airbag is deployed and you are holding the inside of the steering wheel.

do not lean on the doors from inside the vehicle.

make sure that there are no people, animals or objects between the driver, front passenger and the area where the airbags are deployed.

do not place any objects between the seat backrest and the door.

do not hang any hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, on the grab handles or coat hooks.

do not attach accessories, e.g. cup holders, to the doors.

It is not possible to rule out a risk of injury being caused by an airbag, due to the high speed at which the airbag must be deployed.

WARNING

If you modify the airbag covers or affix objects, e.g. stickers to them, the airbags may no longer function as intended. There is an increased risk of injury.

Never modify the airbag covers and do not affix any objects to them.

WARNING

After the driver's airbag has been deployed, the airbag parts are hot. There is a risk of injury.

Do not touch the airbag parts. Have deployed airbags replaced immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

Have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop after the airbags have been deployed.

Occupant safety

If an airbag deploys, you will hear a bang and a small amount of powder is released. Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing. The powder that is released generally does not constitute a health hazard. The + warning lamp lights up. If it is safe to do so:

Leave the vehicle as soon as possible.

If you are unable to leave the vehicle:

Open a window. You will get fresh air and avoid breathing difficulties.

Your vehicle is equipped with a driver's and front-passenger's front airbag.

Airbag deployment slows down and restricts the movement of the vehicle occupant.

The installation locations of the airbags can be found in the "Front airbags" section (Y page 27).

Front airbags

Driver's airbag : deploys in front of the steering wheel; front-passenger front airbag ; deploys in front of and above the glove compartment.

The front airbags increase protection for the driver's and front-passenger's head, neck and chest.

They are deployed:

at the start of an accident with a high rate of vehicle acceleration or deceleration in a longitudinal direction

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

depending on whether the seat belt is being used

If the vehicle overturns, the front airbags are generally not deployed. The front airbags are deployed if the system detects high vehicle deceleration in a longitudinal direction.

Seat belts

Important safety notes

WARNING

A seat belt which is not worn correctly, or which has not been engaged in the seat belt buckle correctly, cannot provide the intended level of protection. Under certain circumstances, this could cause severe or even fatal injuries in the event of an accident.

Therefore, make sure that all occupants — in particular, pregnant women — wear their seat belts correctly at all times.

The seat belt must fit snugly on your body and must not be twisted.Therefore, avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter coat. The shoulder section of the belt must be routed across the centre of your shoulder — on no account across your neck or under your arm — and pulled tight against your upper body. The lap belt must always pass across your lap as low down as possible, i.e. over your hip joints — not across your abdomen. If necessary, push the seat belt slightly downwards and adjust it by pulling it in the direction the seat belt retracts.

Do not route the seat belt strap over sharp or fragile objects. Please make sure that such objects are not on or in your clothing, e.g. spectacles, pens or keys etc. The seat

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Occupant safety

belt strap could become damaged and tear during an accident and you or other vehicle occupants could be injured.

Only one person should use each seat belt at any one time. Children must never travel sitting on the lap of another occupant. The child will not be secured in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden change

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of direction. This may result in the child or other occupants being seriously or fatally injured.

Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the seat belts correctly. For this reason secure persons less than 1.50 m tall in specially designed, suitable restraint systems.

Children under 1.50 m tall and younger than twelve years of age cannot wear the seat belts correctly. For this reason secure them in special suitable child restraint systems installed on a suitable seat. Additional information can be found in the Operating Instructions in the chapter "Safety", "Children in the Vehicle". Observe the installation instructions of the child restraint system manufacturer.

Do not secure an object with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants.

WARNING

The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if the backrest is not in the upright position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always make sure that the seat is in the upright position.

WARNING

Seat belts cannot perform their intended protective function if:

they are damaged, modified, bleached or coloured, or are very dirty

the seat belt buckle is damaged or very dirty

modifications have been made to the seat belt tensioners or belt anchorages

In the event of an accident, seat belts can sustain damage that is not visible to the naked eye, e. g. due to glass splinters. Modified or damaged seat belts could tear or fail in the event of an accident, for example. Modified belt tensioners could deploy unexpectedly or fail. There is an increased risk of serious or even fatal injuries.

Never make modifications to seat belts, belt tensioners, belt anchorages or seat belt retractors. Make sure that the seat belts are undamaged, are not worn and are clean.

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use seat belts which have been approved specifically for your vehicle by MercedesBenz.

The three-point seat belt provides better restraint than the lap belt and therefore provides better protection against injuries. Passengers on the rear seats should therefore use the seats with three-point seat belts when possible.

Seat belts are the most effective means of restraining the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of an accident. This reduces the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of the vehicle interior.

Fastening seat belts

Three-point seat belt

Children in the vehicle

Press release button : of belt buckle = and guide belt tongue ; back towards belt sash guide.

Children in the vehicle

Example: three-point seat belt, front

Adjust the seat and move the backrest to an almost vertical position (Y page 50).

Pull the seat belt smoothly from the inertia reel.

Without twisting it, guide the shoulder section of the seat belt across the middle of your shoulder and the lap section across your hips.

Engage belt tongue ; in buckle =.

If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder section of the seat belt to tighten the belt across your body.

For more information about releasing the seat belt with release button :, see "Releasing seat belts" (Y page 29).

Releasing the seat belts

Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism. This could damage the door, the door trim panel and the seat belt. Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

Child restraint systems

Important safety notes

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious or even fatal injury to the child in the event of a sudden change in direction, braking or an accident:

Children less than 1.50 m tall and under twelve years of age must always be secured in special child restraint systems on a suitable vehicle seat. This is necessary because the seat belts are not designed for children.

Children must never travel sitting on the lap of another occupant. Due to the forces which occur in the event of a sudden change of direction, heavy braking or an accident, it would not be possible to restrain the child. The child could be thrown against parts of the vehicle interior and be seriously or even fatally injured.

WARNING

The child restraint system cannot perform its protective function if it is not correctly fitted to a suitable vehicle seat. The child cannot be restrained in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden changes of direction. The child could be seriously or even fatally injured. For this reason, when fitting a child restraint system, observe the manufacturer's installation instructions and the correct use of the child restraint system.

Child restraint systems should be fitted to the rear seats. Children are generally better protected there.

The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion. There-

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Children in the vehicle

fore, never place objects, e.g. a cushion, under the child restraint system.

Only use child restraint systems with the original cover designed for them. Only replace damaged covers with genuine Mercedes-Benz covers.

We recommend the use of child restraint systems which have been approved for

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Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

WARNING

If the child restraint system is fitted incorrectly or is not secured, it can come loose in the event of an accident, heavy braking or a sudden change in direction. The child restraint system could be thrown about, striking vehicle occupants. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

Always fit child restraint systems properly, even if they are not being used. Make sure that you observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

If a child is travelling in your vehicle, secure the child using a child restraint system which is appropriate to the size, age and weight of the child and recommended for MercedesBenz vehicles. You should preferably fit the restraint system to a suitable rear seat. Make sure that the child is secured in a child restraint system throughout the trip.

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use the listed child restraint systems (Y page 34).

You can obtain information about the correct child restraint system from any MercedesBenz Service Centre.

It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems. You can obtain information about this at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat

WARNING

If the front-passenger front airbag is not disabled:

a child secured in a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat could be seriously or even fatally injured by the frontpassenger airbag deploying. This is especially a risk if the child is in the immediate vicinity of the front-passenger front airbag when it deploys.

never secure a child on the front-passenger seat in a rearward-facing child restraint system. Only secure a rearward-facing child restraint system on a suitable rear seat.

always move the front-passenger seat to the rearmost position if you secure a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat.

Information about recommended child restraint systems is available at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

The vehicle has no automatic child seat recognition and the front-passenger front airbag cannot be manually deactivated.

Warning symbol for a rearward-facing child restraint system

Do not use a rearward-facing child restraint system on a seat that is protected by an airbag installed in front of it.

Children in the vehicle

ISOFIX child seat securing system for the rear seats

WARNING

ISOFIX child restraint systems do not provide sufficient protection for children weighing more than 22 kg. The child cannot be restrained in the event of an accident, for instance. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

If the child weighs more than 22 kg, secure the ISOFIX child restraint system additionally with the seat belt. If available, secure the child restraint system additionally with the Top Tether belt.

WARNING

The child restraint system cannot perform its protective function if it is not correctly fitted to a suitable vehicle seat. The child cannot be restrained in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden changes of direction. The child could be seriously or even fatally injured. For this reason, when fitting a child restraint system, be sure to observe the manufacturer's installation instructions and the instructions for correct use of the child restraint system.

For safety reasons, when installing child restraint systems on the rear seats, only use child restraint systems with the ISOFIX child seat securing system, which are specially tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

An incorrectly fitted child restraint system could come loose and seriously or even fatally injure the child or other vehicle occupants. When fitting the child restraint system, always make sure that it is engaged correctly in the securing rings on both sides.

ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for specially designed child restraint systems on the rear seats. Securing rings for two ISOFIX child restraint systems are fitted on the left and right of the rear seats.

Before every trip, make sure that the ISOFIX child restraint system is engaged correctly in both securing rings

When fitting a child restraint system, be sure to observe the manufacturer's installation instructions and the instructions for correct use of the child restraint system.

Example: rear bench seat, front-passenger side

Securing rings

Install the ISOFIX child restraint system. Comply with the manufacturer's instructions when installing the ISOFIX child restraint system.

Top Tether

WARNING

If you secure the Top Tether belt incorrectly, e.g. to the loop underneath the Top Tether anchorage, the child restraint system is not correctly kept in place. It therefore cannot perform its intended protective function in the event of an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury.

Only secure the Top Tether hook to the intended Top Tether anchorage.

Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with ISOFIX and the rear seat. It helps reduce the risk of injury even further.

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Children in the vehicle

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Example: vehicles with a 12 V electrical system

Move the head restraint upwards.

Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether. Comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.

Route Top Tether belt = under the head restraint between the two head restraint bars.

Hook Top Tether hook : to Top Tether anchorage ; on the side wall.

Hook Top Tether hook : of Top Tether belt = into Top Tether anchorage ;.

Ensure that:

Top Tether hook : is hooked into Top Tether anchorage ; as shown

Top Tether belt = is not twisted

Make sure that Top Tether belt = is not twisted.

Tension Top Tether belt =. Comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.

Move the head restraint back down again slightly if necessary (Y page 52). Make

sure that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt =.

Suitable positioning of the child restraint systems

Children in the vehicle

Weight categories and ages Category 0: up to 10 kg

up to approximately 9 months

Child restraint system on the front-passenger seat

Child restraint system on the

Not suitable Not suitable

Universal Universal

Category 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately

18 months

left-hand and right-hand sides of the rear bench

seat

Weight categories and ages Category I: 9 to 18 kg

between approximately 8 months and 4 years

Category II/III: 15 to 36 kg

between approximately

3.5and 12 years

Child restraint system on the front-passenger seat

Child restraint system on the

Universal, forward-facing Universal

Universal Universal

left-hand and right-hand rear

seats

"Universal" category child restraint systems can be recognised by their orange approval label with the inscription "universal".

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Example: approval label on the child restraint system

Move the front-passenger seat to its rearmost position.

Vehicles with rear seats only.

Children in the vehicle

Recommended child restraint systems

Weight categories and ages

Manufacturer

Type

Safety

Approval number

Category 0: up to 10 kg up to approximately 9 months

Britax Römer Britax Römer

BABY SAFE PLUS BABY SAFE PLUS

E1 03 301146

E1 04 301146

Order number

Weight categories and ages

A000 970 10 00 A000 970 10 00

Category I: 9 to 18 kg between approximately 8 months

and 4 years

Manufacturer

Type

Approval number

Order number

Britax Römer Britax Römer

DUO PLUS KIDFIX

E1 03 301133

E1 04 301133

A000 970 16 00 A000 970 19 00

Child-proof locks for the rear side doors and rear door

WARNING

If children are travelling in the vehicle, they could:

open doors, thus endangering other people or road users

exit the vehicle and be caught by oncoming traffic

operate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

Always activate the child-proof locks and override feature if children are travelling in the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

Category 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately 18 months

E1 03 301146

E1 04 301146

Category II/III: 15 to 36 kg between approximately

3.5and 12 years

E1 04 301198

A door secured with a child-proof lock cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. When the vehicle is unlocked, the door can only be opened from the outside.

The chassis cab 6x6 with crewcab has no

child-proof locks on the rear doors.

Example: rear side door

The station wagon has a child-proof lock on the rear doors and the tailgate.

To activate: press the child-proof lock lever down in the direction of arrow ;.

Make sure that the child-proof locks are working properly.

To deactivate: press the child-proof lock lever up in the direction of arrow :.

Driving safety systems

Driving safety systems overview

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

BAS (Brake Assist System)

EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

Important safety notes

If you fail to adapt your driving style, the driving safety systems can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the laws of physics. Driving safety systems are merely aids designed to assist driving. You are responsible for the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good time. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions as well as the traffic conditions, and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.

Please note that the driving safety systems described only work as effectively as possible when there is adequate contact between the tyres and the road surface. Pay particular attention to the information regarding tyres, recommended minimum tyre tread depths etc. in the "Wheels and tyres" section (Y page 174).

In wintry driving conditions, always use winter tyres (M+S tyres) and, if necessary, snow chains. Only in this way will the driving safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible.

Driving safety systems

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

tion (Y page 35).

WARNING

If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when braking. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely impaired. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when braking.

ABS works from a speed of about 8 km/hupwards, regardless of road-surface conditions. ABS intervenes on slippery road surfaces, even when you only brake gently.

The ! indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (Y page 20) lights up briefly when the engine is started. This indicates that ABS is operational.

Braking

If a blackout lighting setting is selected, the button illumination and instrument cluster lighting are switched off.

You will not be informed that the differential locks are engaged and that ABS is switched off. If you do not adapt your driving style accordingly, you could damage the transfer case.

If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal.

If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the brake pedal with force until the braking situation is over.

To make a full brake application:

depress the brake pedal with full force.

Safety

Anti-theft systems

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

If ABS is malfunctioning, the ! indicator lamp and the J warning lamp, or just the ! indicator lamp in the instrument cluster light up.

Safety

When the differential locks are engaged, ABS is switched off. The ! indicator lamp and the d warning lamp light up in the instrument cluster.

Normal driving and braking functions are still available.

BAS (Brake Assist System)

Observe the "Important safety notes" section (Y page 35).

WARNING

If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance in an emergency braking situation is increased. There is a risk of accident.

In an emergency braking situation, depress the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

WARNING

If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can still lock, e.g. under full braking. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident.

You should therefore adapt your driving style to the different handling characteristics. Have the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Observe information regarding indicator and warning lamps (Y page 120).

EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure on the rear wheels to improve driving stability while braking.

Anti-theft systems

Immobiliser

To activate: remove the key from the ignition lock.

To deactivate: switch on the ignition.

The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from being started without the correct key.

The immobiliser is always deactivated

when you start the engine.

BAS operates in emergency braking situations. If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus shortening the stopping distance.

Keep the brake pedal depressed firmly until the emergency braking situation is over. ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

The brakes will function as usual once you release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.

EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

Observe the "Important safety notes" section (Y page 35).

Useful information .............................. 38

Key ....................................................... 38

Doors .................................................... 39

Rear door ............................................. 40

Split rear door ..................................... 42

Platform truck dropsides ................... 44

Windows .............................................. 46

Opening and closing

Key

Useful information

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Key

Unlocking/locking the vehicle

Opening and closing

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they can:

open doors and endanger other persons or road users

climb out and be injured by the traffic

operate vehicle equipment and, for example, trap themselves.

Children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by:

releasing the parking brake

shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P

starting the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

Key

To unlock the vehicle: insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key anti-clockwise.

To lock the vehicle: insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key clockwise.

The key fits all the door locks (except the glove compartment) and the fuel filler cap of the vehicle.

Problems with the key

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

Doors

You have lost the key.

Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.

If necessary, have the locks changed as well.

Doors

Unlocking and opening the doors from the inside

You can open a door from inside the vehicle at any time, even if it has been locked.

You can only open the rear compartment doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks (Y page 34).

To unlock

;

To lock

Door handle

Push the latch upwards :. The door is unlocked and can be opened.

Pull door handle = and open the door.

If you open a locked door from inside the

vehicle, it is unlocked automatically.

You can only open a locked rear door from inside the vehicle if the child-proof locks have not been activated.

Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:

open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users.

get out and disrupt traffic.

operate the vehicle's equipment.

Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they:

release the parking brake.

shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P.

shift the manual transmission into neutral.

start the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside.

The button for the central locking does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap.

The switch for the central locking is on the lower section of the centre console.

Opening and closing

Rear door

Example: station wagon

To unlock: press button :.

To lock: press button ;.

It is only possible to lock the vehicle cen-

trally if the driver's door is closed.

Opening and closing

The doors unlock automatically in the event of an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a predetermined level.

Rear door

Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they:

release the parking brake.

shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P.

shift the manual transmission into neutral.

start the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

Opening from the outside

You can only open the rear door after unlocking it first.

Important safety notes

WARNING

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate/rear door is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.

Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate/rear door. Never drive off with the tailgate/rear door open.

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:

open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users.

get out and disrupt traffic.

operate the vehicle's equipment.

To unlock

To lock

Insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key anti-clockwise 1. The rear door is unlocked.

Remove the key.

Unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside (Y page 39).

Press lock cylinder ? and pull door handle =.

Entering/exiting through the rear door

Rear door

Opening from the inside

To unlock

;

To lock

Door handle

Slide latch : upwards. The door is unlocked.

Pull door handle =.

If the child-proof locks (Y page 34) are used to secure the rear door, you cannot open it from inside the vehicle, even when it has been unlocked.

Opening and closing

Example: station wagon

Open the rear door.

Hold on to grab handle : and tread on step ; on the bumper.

Closing from the outside

Close the rear door.

Insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key clockwise. The rear door is locked.

Split rear door

Closing from inside the vehicle

To unlock

;

To lock

Door handle

Secure the rear door with the child-proof locks if necessary (Y page 34).

Opening and closing

Pull the rear door closed using the handle underneath the rear window.

Push the latch downwards ;. The rear door is locked.

Split rear door

Swinging the spare wheel bracket to one side

Make sure that there is sufficient clear-

ance.

WARNING

If the exterior spare wheel bracket has been moved to one side, the tail lamp may be covered. Other road users may not recognise the vehicle and, as a result, crash into your vehicle from the rear. Secure the vehicle additionally with a warning lamp or a warning triangle.

Do not drive the vehicle if the spare wheel bracket is folded away from the vehicle.

Make sure that the spare wheel bracket is closed correctly.

You could otherwise injure people or cause an accident due to the flailing action of the spare wheel bracket.

Raise safety catch : and pull lever ; in the direction of the arrow.

Swing spare wheel bracket = to one side.

Opening from the outside

WARNING

Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate/rear door. Never drive off with the tailgate/rear door open.

Make sure that you first open the lefthand rear door and then the right-hand rear door. You could otherwise damage the rear doors.

Make sure that there is sufficient clearance.

Insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key anti-clockwise. The rear door is unlocked.

Remove the key.

Press lock cylinder : and pull door handle ;.

Open the left half of the rear door to the left.

Swing the spare wheel bracket to one side (Y page 42).

Split rear door

Entering/exiting through the rear door

Swing the spare wheel bracket to one side.

Open the left and right halves of the split rear door.

When entering or exiting the vehicle, hold on to grab handle : on the rear wall and use step ; above the trailer tow hitch.

Opening and closing

Press lever = in the direction of the arrow and open the right half of the rear door to the right.

Opening from the inside

Make sure that there is sufficient clear-

ance.

WARNING

Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate/rear door. Never drive off with the tailgate/rear door open.

Platform truck dropsides

Make sure that the spare wheel bracket is folded to the side (Y page 42).

Push latch : upwards. The door is unlocked.

Pull door handle ; and open the left half of the rear door.

Opening and closing

Closing from the outside

Make sure that you first close the righthand rear door and then the left-hand rear door. You could otherwise damage the rear doors.

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they can:

open doors and endanger other persons or road users

climb out and be injured by the traffic

operate vehicle equipment and, for example, trap themselves.

Children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by:

releasing the parking brake

shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P

starting the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

Close the right half of the rear door.

Close the left half of the rear door.

Insert the key into the door lock.

Turn the key clockwise. The rear door is locked.

Platform truck dropsides

Important safety notes

WARNING

When opening the side panel lock, the dropside may drop downwards. This is particularly the case when it is subjected to a load and is therefore under increased strain. There is a danger of injury.

Before opening, make sure that no persons are in the swinging range of the dropside. Always open the side panel lock laterally from the dropside to be opened. Be particularly careful if the side panel latches cannot be released using the normal amount of force.

WARNING

The rear exterior lighting is concealed when the tailgate is opened. This could cause other road users to fail to recognise the vehicle in time. There is a risk of an accident.

Make sure that the vehicle is safeguarded at the rear in accordance with national legal requirements, e.g. with a warning triangle.

Opening and closing the rear platform dropside

To open: hold the platform dropside.

Firmly push lever : in the direction of the arrow all the way up until it engages.

Repeat the procedure on the other side of the platform dropside.

Fold down the platform dropside to an angle of 90°.

To fold down the platform dropside fully, the support cable must be detached.

Platform truck dropsides

Close the platform dropside and hold it.

Push lever : down until it engages.

Repeat the procedure on the other side of the platform dropside.

Removing and installing platform dropsides

This must be performed by two persons.

To remove a lateral platform dropside:

fold the rear platform dropside forward fully (Y page 45).

Hold the lateral platform dropside.

Push the lever at the front of the lateral platform dropside up firmly until it engages.

Fold the lateral platform dropside down carefully.

Opening and closing

To fold down fully: raise the platform dropside and unhook snap hook ; on the support cable from eyelet =.

Repeat the procedure on the other side of the platform dropside.

Fold the platform dropside down carefully.

To improve access to the load surface,

fold out step ?.

To close: fold the platform dropside up and hold it.

Hook snap hooks ; into eyelets =.

Lever yellow locking pawl : on the lateral platform dropside out of its guide at the recess (arrow) using the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit.

Pull the lateral platform dropside towards the rear off the hinge pins and remove it.

To fit the lateral platform dropside: carefully position the lateral platform dropside on the hinge pins.

Slide the lateral platform dropside forwards.

Insert yellow locking pawl : and fold the lateral platform dropside up.

To remove the rear platform dropside:

remove the lateral platform dropside on the

Windows

left-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel.

Fold the rear platform dropside forward fully (Y page 45).

Pull the rear platform dropside off the hinge pins towards the left when viewed in the direction of travel and remove it.

To fit the rear platform dropside: carefully position the rear platform dropside on the hinge pins.

Slide the rear platform dropside to the right when viewed in the direction of travel.

Windows

Important safety notes

Opening and closing

WARNING

While opening the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again.

children unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

WARNING

If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury.

Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

Opening and closing the side windows

The side windows can be opened and closed by hand.

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they can:

open doors and endanger other persons or road users

climb out and be injured by the traffic

operate vehicle equipment and, for example, trap themselves.

Children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by:

releasing the parking brake

shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P

starting the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave

Doors on the left

To open: turn window crank : clockwise.

To close: turn window crank : anti-clock- wise.

Doors on the right

To open: turn window crank : anti-clock- wise.

To close: turn window crank : clockwise.

Opening and closing the sliding window

The chassis-cab has a sliding window in the rear wall. It can be opened and closed by hand.

Handle

To open: pull on handle : in the direction of the arrow and slide the sliding window to the desired position.

To close: slide the sliding window by handle : forcefully to the right in the direction of travel until the locking mechanism on handle : engages.

Windows

Opening and closing

Useful information .............................. 50

Correct driver's seat position ............ 50

Seats .................................................... 50

Mirrors ................................................. 55

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Seats

Useful information

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Correct driver's seat position

you can fasten the seat belt properly.

you have moved the backrest to an almost vertical position.

you can depress the pedals properly.

Check whether the head restraint is adjusted correctly (Y page 52).

When doing so, make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the centre of the head restraint.

Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts (Y page 27).

Check whether you have fastened seat belt ; properly (Y page 29).

The seat belt should:

fit snugly across your body.

be routed across the middle of your shoulder.

be routed in your pelvic area across the hip joints.

Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mirror and the exterior mirrors so that you have a good view of road and traffic conditions (Y page 55).

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Steering wheel

;

Seat belts

Seat

Observe the safety guidelines on seat adjustment (Y page 50).

Make sure that seat = is correctly adjusted.

When adjusting the seat, make sure that:

you are as far away from the driver's airbag as possible.

you are sitting in a normal upright position.

Seats

Important safety notes

WARNING

If children adjust the seats, they could become trapped, especially if they are unattended. There is a risk of injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

The seats can still be adjusted when there is no key in the ignition lock.

WARNING

The head restraints cannot provide the intended protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk

of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example.

Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.

Observe the following when adjusting the head restraints:

Do not interchange the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints correctly.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.

WARNING

If the driver's seat is not engaged, it can move unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.

Always make sure that the driver's seat is engaged before starting the engine.

WARNING

When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle occupant could become trapped by the guide rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that no one has any part of their body within the sweep of the seat when adjusting it.

WARNING

If the seat belt is not in the seat belt guide, it no longer offers the intended level of protection. An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause additional injuries. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Before starting a journey, always make sure that the seat belt is in the seat belt guide and all vehicle occupants have fastened their seat belts properly.

Seats

To avoid damage to the seats and the seat

heating, observe the following information:

do not spill any liquids on the seats. If liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible.

if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not switch on the seat heating. The seat heating should also not be used to dry the seats.

clean the seat covers as recommended; see the "Interior care" section.

do not transport heavy loads on the seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.

when the seat heating is in operation, do not cover the seats with insulating materials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers, child seats or booster seats.

Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when moving the seat back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be damaged.

The head restraints can be removed (Y page 53).

For more information, contact a qualified specialist workshop.

You can find further information about enlarging the luggage compartment (folding the rear bench seat forwards) on (Y page 131).

Adjusting the seats

Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when moving the seat back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be damaged.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Seats

Example: front seat

To set the seat fore-and-aft adjustment: pull bar = in the direction of the

arrow.

To adjust the backrest angle: push lever : in the direction of the arrow.

To adjust the seat height: pull lever ; up in the direction of the arrow and apply or remove weight to the seat as appropriate.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Adjusting the head restraints

Important safety notes

WARNING

The head restraints cannot provide the intended protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example.

Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.

Observe the following when adjusting the head restraints:

Do not interchange the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints correctly.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.

Adjusting the head restraints

Adjust the head restraint height and angle manually.

To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired height.

To lower: push the head restraint down until it is in the desired position.

To adjust the angle: pull the head restraint forwards or backwards until it is in the desired position.

Adjusting chassis-cab head restraints

Seats

Adjust the height of the head restraints manually.

To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired height.

To lower: push the head restraint down until it is in the desired position.

Removing and fitting the head restraints

Example: front head restraints

To make it easier to remove and fit head

restraints:

tilt the front seat backrest back slightly.

fold the rear seat backrest forwards slightly (Y page 131).

To remove: pull the head restraint up and out.

To fit: insert the head restraints.

Make sure that you insert the head

restraints facing in the correct direction.

Push the head restraint down until you hear it engage in position.

Adjust the height and angle of the head restraints manually.

Folding the folding seat forward

Example: folding the folding seat forwards

The folding seat has two release handles. The folding seat can be folded forward from the rear compartment or from the side.

Front release handle

Open the front door.

To fold forward: pull release handle ; up and fold the seat forwards.

To fold back: push the seat back until it audibly engages.

Rear release handle

Get into the rear compartment.

To fold forward: pull release handle : down and fold the seat forwards.

To fold back: pull the seat back until it audibly engages.

Switching the seat heating on/off

General notes

The buttons for the front seat heating are located on the control panel.

The red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected.

Make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

If the battery voltage is too low, the seat heating may switch off.

Seats

One or both indicator lamps will flash. Once there is sufficient battery voltage again, the seat heating switches on automatically.

Front-seat heating

Example: buttons in the control panel

To select level 1: press the button once. The seat is heated normally. Indicator lamp : lights up.

To select level 2: press the button twice. The seat is heated rapidly. Indicator lamps : and ; light up.

The system automatically switches down

from level 2 to level 1 after approximately five minutes.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

The system automatically switches off approximately 30 minutes after it is set to level 1.

To switch off: press the button repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.

Side-facing bench seat in the luggage compartment (vehicles with a 24 V electrical system)

WARNING

Make sure that nobody can become trapped when folding down the side-facing bench seat.

Side-facing bench seats may only be occupied when the rear bench seat is upright and the seat catch is engaged.

The rear bench seat head restraints must be fitted.

To fold down: detach hooks ; of fasten- ing straps : from eyelets = behind the seat backrest.

Attach hooks ; to eyelets = on the underside of side-facing bench seat ?.

Problems with the seat heating

If one or all of the indicator lamps in the seat heating button are flashing, the seat heating has switched off automatically. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on.

Switch off electrical consumers which you do not need, such as the rear window heating or interior lighting. Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the seat heating will switch back on automatically.

Fold out support A.

Fold down side-facing bench seat ?.

Make sure that support A lies on wheel arch B.

To fold up: fold up side-facing bench seat ?.

Fold support A in until it sits completely against side-facing bench seat ?.

Attach hooks ; of fastening straps : to eyelets = behind the seat backrest.

Mirrors

Rear-view mirror

Adjust the rear-view mirror by hand so you have a good overview of the traffic conditions behind you.

Mirrors

Adjusting the exterior mirrors electrically

Make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

Turn adjustment switch : to the right for the right exterior mirror or to the left for the left exterior mirror.

Press adjustment control : up, down, or to the left or right until you have adjusted the exterior mirror to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Exterior mirrors

Adjusting the exterior mirrors manually

Adjust the exterior mirrors in such a way that you can get a good overview of road and traffic conditions.

Useful information .............................. 58

Exterior lighting .................................. 58

Interior lighting ................................... 62

Replacing bulbs ................................... 63

Windscreen wipers ............................. 73

Lights and windscreen wipers

Exterior lighting

Useful information

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Exterior lighting

Important safety notes

For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed obligations.

Driving abroad

Converting to symmetrical dipped

Lights and windscreen wipers

beam

If your journey takes you to countries where vehicles are driven on the opposite side of the road to the country in which the vehicle is registered, your headlamps must be switched to symmetrical dipped beam. This prevents oncoming traffic from being dazzled. Symmetrical lights do not illuminate as large an area of the edge of the carriageway.

Have the headlamps converted at a qualified specialist workshop as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries.

Converting to asymmetrical dipped beam after returning

Have the headlamps converted back to asymmetrical dipped-beam headlamps at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible after crossing the border again.

Light switch

Operation

Switch off the side lamps and dippedbeam headlamps when you leave the vehicle. This prevents the battery from discharging.

;

Light switch

Slider lock

Blackout lighting setting S3

Blackout lighting setting S2

Blackout lighting setting S1

Blackout lighting setting S0

Lights off/daytime driving lights

Side lamps, licence plate and instrument cluster lighting

Dipped-beam headlamps

Turn the light switch to e.

The turn signals, main-beam headlamps and the headlamp flasher are operated using the combination switch (Y page 60).

Not for vehicles with a 12 V on-board electrical system.

Exterior lighting

Slider lock

Slider lock ; on light switch : prevents you from switching from normal lights to blackout lighting unintentionally.

To switch the slider lock position: press light switch : and move slider lock ; to the desired position:

normal light functions to the right

blackout lighting setting to the left

Dipped-beam headlamps

Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.

Make sure that slider lock ; has been moved to the right.

To switch on the dipped-beam headlamps: turn light switch : to L.

The dipped-beam or main-beam headlamps (Y page 60) are switched on.

To switch on the side lamps: turn light switch : to T. The side lamps, tail lamps, instrument cluster lighting and licence plate lighting are switched on.

To switch off the dipped-beam headlamps/side lamps: turn light switch : to

A warning tone sounds if you remove the key from the ignition lock and open the driver's door while the side lamps or dipped-beam headlamps are switched on.

Daytime driving lights

Starting the engine also switches on the daytime driving lights.

To switch on: turn light switch : to

$. When the engine is running: the dippedbeam headlamps, side lamps and licence plate lamp are switched on.

Blackout lighting (vehicles with a 24 V electrical system)

Please note that functions such as the differential lock can also be active when a certain blackout lighting setting has been selected.

Make sure that slider lock ; has been moved to the left.

Blackout lighting setting S0: turn light switch : to O. Complete blackout. The entire vehicle lighting and the horn are switched off.

Blackout lighting setting S1: turn light switch : to P. Blackout lighting, rear-facing only. The crosshair is switched on. The blackout brake lamp is ready for operation.

Blackout lighting setting S2: turn light switch : to Q. Blackout lighting, front-facing only. The blackout headlamps are switched on.

Blackout lighting setting S3: turn light switch : to R. Blackout lighting, front and rear-facing. The blackout headlamps, blackout rear lamps and crosshair are switched on. The blackout brake lamp is ready for operation.

i The following functions are switched off

in all blackout lighting settings:

turn signals, hazard warning lamps

horn

interior lighting

switch/button lighting

instrument cluster lighting

To switch off blackout lighting: press light switch : in and turn it to $.

Lights and windscreen wipers

Exterior lighting

Combination switch

Turn signals

Make sure that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

To switch on: press the combination switch in the direction of arrow ; or ? until it engages. The corresponding ! or # indicator lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.

Main-beam headlamps

To switch on the main-beam headlamps: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.

Turn the light switch to L.

Lights and windscreen wipers

Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :. The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.

To switch off the main-beam headlamps: move the combination switch back

to its normal position. The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.

Front foglamps and rear foglamp

Foglamps

WARNING

If you suspect that driving conditions will be foggy, turn the light switch to L before you start your journey. Your vehicle may otherwise not be visible and you could endanger yourself and others.

Make sure that the L dipped-beam headlamps or T side lamps are switched on (Y page 59).

To switch on: press the upper section of the switch. The N indicator lamp in the control panel of the centre console lights up.

To switch off: press the lower section of the switch. Indicator lamp N goes out.

Rear foglamp

Headlamp flasher

To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine.

Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow =.

Exterior lighting

Make sure that the L dipped-beam headlamps (Y page 59) or the N foglamp (Y page 60) is switched on.

To switch on: press the upper section of the switch. The Q indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.

To switch off: press the lower section of the switch. Indicator lamp Q goes out.

Adjusting the headlamp range

The permissible load depends on the

respective vehicle body type.

Station wagon

Front seats occupied

Front seats and rear bench seat occupied

Front seats and rear bench seat occupied, load in luggage compartment

Driver's seat occupied, load in the luggage compartment

Headlamp cleaning system

Turn the ignition key to position 2 in the ignition lock or start the engine.

To switch on: activate the "Wipe with washer fluid" function (Y page 73). The headlamps are cleaned with a highpressure water jet.

Hazard warning lamps

Switching on and off

Headlamp range control

The headlamp range control allows you to adjust the cone of light from the headlamps to suit the vehicle load.

Turn the headlamp range control to the corresponding position.

The luggage compartment or the load area may only be loaded to the maximum load. The permissible rear axle load must not be exceeded (Y page 201).

Panel van, chassis cab

Front seats occupied

Front seats occupied, load in luggage compartment/on load area

Driver's seat occupied, load in luggage compartment/on load area

Make sure that the battery main switch is switched on.

To switch on: press the lower section of the switch. All turn signals flash.

To switch off: press the upper section of the switch.

The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off. The hazard warning lamp does not work, however, if a blackout lighting setting has been selected (Y page 59).

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Interior lighting

Problems with the hazard warning lamps

The hazard warning lamps are not functioning because the battery main switch is switched off.

Switch on the battery main switch (Y page 87).

Headlamps and turn signals misted up on the inside

The headlamps may mist up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity.

Drive with the headlamps switched on. The level of moisture diminishes, depending on the length of the journey and the weather conditions (humidity and temperature).

If the level of moisture does not diminish:

Have the headlamps checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Interior lighting

Overview of interior lighting

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ment on the roof lining. The switch is located in the lamp.

Interior lighting control

General notes

The interior lighting functions are automatically deactivated after some time except for when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock. This prevents your vehicle's battery from discharging.

Automatic control

To switch on: slide the switch to position

3. The interior lighting switches on when you open a door.

When a front or rear door is opened, the front interior lighting comes on. When the tailgate is opened, the rear interior lighting comes on.

Manual control

To switch on: slide the switch to position

1. The interior lighting remains switched on, even when the doors are shut.

To switch off: slide the switch to position

To switch on the interior lighting manually

To switch off the interior lighting manually

To switch on the interior lighting automatically

One interior light is located above the rearview mirror and one in the luggage compart-

Reading lamp

Remove the reading lamp from the glove compartment.

Plug the reading lamp into the 12 V socket.

To switch on: turn control knob = to posi- tion 2.

To switch off: turn control knob = to position 1.

The 12 V socket also functions if blackout lighting is switched on. You can continue to use the reading lamp.

Replacing bulbs

Important safety notes

Notes on replacing bulbs

WARNING

Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can become very hot during use. When replacing a bulb, you could burn yourself on these components. There is a risk of injury.

Allow these components to cool down before replacing the bulb.

Only operate bulbs in enclosed lamps designed for that purpose. Only fit spare bulbs of the same type and the specified voltage.

Protect bulbs from moisture during operation and do not allow bulbs to come into contact with fluids.

A bulb may explode if:

it is dropped

there are scratches on the glass tube

you touch the hot glass tube

Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with your bare hands. Even minor contamination can burn into the glass surface and reduce the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lintfree cloth or only touch the base of the bulb when fitting.

Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure

Replacing bulbs

that these function correctly at all times. Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.

If the bulb does not light up or if you require assistance replacing bulbs, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Before changing bulbs

Have the following bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop:

third brake lamp

blackout tail lamp

You can replace the following bulbs:

side lamps

main-beam/dipped-beam headlamps

foglamps

turn signal lamp (front)

additional turn signal lamp

blackout lighting

brake lamp

turn signal lamp (rear)

reversing lamp

blackout brake lamp

rear foglamp

licence plate lamp

outline lamp

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Replacing bulbs

Overview of bulb replacement – bulbs

Front bulbs

Example: station wagon

Additional turn signal lamp:

Chassis cab: P 21 W All other vehicles: W 4 W

;

Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W

Headlamp:

Main-beam/dipped-beam: H4 60/55 W Side lamp: W 4 W

Foglamp: H3 55 W

Blackout lighting: P 18 W

Rear bulbs

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;

Reversing lamp: P 21 W

Blackout brake lamp: P 2 W

Rear foglamp: P 21 W

Third brake lamp: LEDs

Licence plate lamp:

Long-wheelbase panel van/station wagon: W 10 W

6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

Licence plate lamp: W 10 W

;

Rear foglamp: P 21 W

Blackout brake lamp: LED

Reversing lamp: P 21 W

Tail lamp:

Brake lamp: P 21 W Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Tail lamp: W 5 W

Blackout tail lamp: P 2 W

Convoy light: H 2 W

Example: station wagon

Tail lamp:

Brake lamp: P 21 W Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Tail lamp: W 5 W

Blackout tail lamp: P 2 W

Not for vehicles with a 12 V electrical system.

Have these bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop only.

5, 6

Example: chassis cab with 12 V electrical system, platform truck

Tail lamp: R 5 W

;

Brake lamp: P 21 W

Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W

Outline lamp: R 5 W

Reversing lamp: P 21 W

Rear foglamp: P 21 W

Licence plate lamp: R 5 W

In the chassis cab with a 24 V electrical system, the rear bulbs are installed in the bumper.

Replacing bulbs

Turn front foglamp : in the direction of the arrow.

Remove bolt =.

Remove front panel ; upwards.

Replacing the front bulbs

Removing the headlamps

For vehicles with a bodystyling bar, contact a qualified specialist workshop (Y page 15).

Switch off the lights.

Turning the front foglamp to the side

Unscrew screws ?.

Only remove screws ?. Do not turn adjustment screws A. If one adjustment screw A is turned, the front foglamp adjustment must be checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Remove headlamp :.

Main-beam/dipped-beam headlamps

Remove the headlamp (Y page 65).

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Replacing bulbs

Remove protective cap :.

Pull out connector ;.

Remove protective cap :.

Pull out connector ;.

Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it.

Insert the new bulb and turn it clockwise, applying slight pressure, until it engages.

Attach connector ; to the new bulb.

Press on protective cap :.

Front foglamps

Unclip retaining spring =.

Remove bulb ?.

Insert the new bulb so that the base fits

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flush in the recess.

Clip retaining spring = back in.

Attach connector ; to the new bulb.

Press on protective cap :.

Side lamps

Remove the headlamp (Y page 65).

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws ;.

Remove front foglamp : in the direction of the arrow.

Replacing bulbs

Pull out connector = and housing connector ?.

Unclip retaining spring A.

Pull out the bulb.

Insert the new bulb so that the base fits flush in the recess.

Clip retaining spring A back in.

Attach connector = and housing connector ? to the new bulb.

Reinsert front foglamp :.

Replace and tighten screws ;.

Blackout lighting (vehicles with a 24 V electrical system)

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws ;.

Pull the lamp with cover : forward out of the recess.

Pull seal = off cover :.

Turn bulb ? anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Clamp seal = on cover :.

Insert the lamp with cover : and press in firmly. Seal = must fit tightly around the circumference.

Replace and tighten screws ;.

Turn signals

Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You could otherwise damage the lens.

Lights and windscreen wipers

Replacing bulbs

Example: turn signal lamp with protection grille

Switch off the lights.

Pull protection grille : in the direction of the arrow out of mounting ;.

Fold up protection grille :.

Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Fit lens ;.

Replace and tighten screws :.

Fold down protective grid : and engage it in anchorage ;.

Additional turn signal lamp

Chassis cab

When fitting the lens, make sure that the

seal is positioned correctly.

Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You

could otherwise damage the lens.

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Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Remove lens ;.

Example: chassis cab

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Remove lens ;.

Hold lens ; firmly and remove bulb holder =.

Turn bulb ? anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from bulb holder =.

Insert the new bulb into bulb holder = and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.

Insert bulb holder = into lens ;.

Fit lens ;.

Replace and tighten screws :.

All other vehicles

Replacing bulbs

Pull bulb ? out of bulb holder =.

Insert the new bulb into bulb holder =, applying slight pressure so that it sits firmly.

Insert bulb holder = into lens ;.

Fit lens ; with the indicator lamp.

Screw in bolt :.

Switch off the lights.

Remove bolt :.

Pull the indicator lamp out by lens ;.

Hold lens ; firmly and remove bulb holder =.

All vehicles except chassis-cab with 12 V electrical system.

Replacing rear bulbs

Tail lamps

The blackout tail lamp can only be replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.

When fitting the lens, make sure that the seal is positioned correctly.

Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You could otherwise damage the lens.

Example: station wagon

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Replacing bulbs

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Remove lens ;.

Example: station wagon

Turn signals

Blackout tail lamp

Tail lamp

Brake lamp

Turn the corresponding bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Fit lens ;.

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Replace and tighten screws :.

Example: station wagon

6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws ;.

Remove lens :.

Reversing lamp/rear foglamp

Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You

could otherwise damage the lens.

Station wagon

6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Fit lens :.

Replace and tighten screws ;.

Replacing bulbs

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Carefully remove the blackout brake lamp housing from the bumper.

Unscrew screws ;.

Remove cover =.

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Blackout brake lamp

Turn bulb ? anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Replace cover =.

Replacing bulbs

Replace and tighten screws ;.

Insert the assembled blackout brake lamp housing into the bumper.

Replace and tighten screws :.

Check that the installation has been performed correctly.

Convoy marking lighting

6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

Removing the protective bar:

At the rear of convoy marking :, unscrew nuts = anti-clockwise.

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Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.

Position cover A and secure with screws ?.

Position protective bar ; and secure with nuts =.

Licence plate lighting

Station wagon/panel van

Example: licence plate lighting

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Remove outer cover ;.

Remove protective bar ; in the direction of the arrow.

Unscrew screws ?.

Remove cover A.

Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Unscrew screws =.

Remove inner cover ?.

Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Fasten inner cover ? with screws =.

Fasten outer cover ; with screws :.

6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

Switch off the lights.

Remove bolt :.

Remove cover ;.

Pull bulb = out of the bulb holder.

Insert new bulb = into the bulb holder.

Secure cover ; with bolt :.

Windscreen wipers

Screws

;

Lens

Outline lamp

Turn signals

Brake lamp

Tail lamp

Rear foglamp

Licence plate lamp

Reversing lamp

Switch off the lights.

Unscrew screws :.

Remove lens ;.

Turn the corresponding bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder.

Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages.

Fit lens ;.

Replace and tighten screws :.

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Replacing rear bulbs (chassis-cab with 12 V electrical system)

When fitting the lens, make sure that the

seal is positioned correctly.

Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You

could otherwise damage the lens.

Windscreen wipers

Switching the windscreen wipers on/ off

Do not operate the windscreen wipers when the windscreen/rear window is dry, as this could damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust that has collected on the windscreen/rear window can scratch the glass if wiping takes place when the windscreen/rear window is dry.

Windscreen wipers

If it is necessary to operate the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid.

If the windscreen wipers leave smears on the windscreen/rear window after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, this may be due to wax or other residue. Clean the windscreen/rear window with washer fluid after an automatic car wash.

If the wiper blades are worn, the windscreen will no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby causing an accident. Replace the wiper blades twice a year, ideally in spring and autumn.

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Combination switch

S Continuous wipe, fast

¯ Continuous wipe, slow

° Intermittent wiping

$ Windscreen wipers off

í Single wipe/î to wipe the wind-

screen using washer fluid

Switching the rear window wiper on/ off

Station wagons and panel vans only

Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

To switch on intermittent wiping: press the upper section of switch ;.

To switch off intermittent wiping: move switch ; to the centre position.

To switch off continuous wipe: press the lower section of switch ;.

To switch off continuous wipe: move switch ; to the centre position.

Wiping with washer fluid: press and hold the upper section of switch : until the rear window is clean. The rear window is wiped for a further five seconds after the switch is released.

Replacing the wiper blades

Important safety notes

WARNING

If the windscreen wipers begin to move while you are changing the wiper blades, you can be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of injury.

Always switch off the windscreen wipers and ignition before changing the wiper blades.

To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the windscreen wiper.

Windscreen wipers

Never open the bonnet if a windscreen wiper arm has been folded away from the windscreen.

Never fold a windscreen wiper arm without a wiper blade back onto the windscreen/ rear window.

Hold the windscreen wiper arm firmly when you change the wiper blade. If you release the windscreen wiper arm without a wiper blade and it falls onto the windscreen, the windscreen may be damaged by the force of the impact.

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop.

Removing the wiper blade

Fitting the wiper blade

Wiper arm

;

Wiper blade

Locking spring

Hinge piece

Slide wiper arm : into new wiper blade ; with hinge piece ?.

Engage locking spring = into the end of the wiper arm.

Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated correctly.

Fold wiper arm : back onto the windscreen.

Wiper arm

;

Wiper blade

Locking spring

Hinge piece

Remove the key from the ignition lock.

Fold wiper arm : away from the windscreen until it engages.

Position wiper blade ; at right angles.

Press locking spring =.

Slide wiper blade ; with hinge piece ? from wiper arm :.

Problems with the windscreen wipers

The windscreen wipers are obstructed

Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated.

For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition lock.

Remove the cause of the obstruction.

Switch the windscreen wipers back on.

The windscreen wipers are inoperative

The windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning.

Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.

Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Lights and windscreen wipers

Useful information .............................. 78

Heating/air-conditioning system

overview .............................................. 78

Heating and air-conditioning sys-

tem controls ........................................ 79

Adjusting the air vents ....................... 83

Climate control

Heating/air-conditioning system overview

Useful information

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Heating/air-conditioning system overview

Important safety notes

Observe the settings recommended on the following pages. The windows could otherwise mist up. This could prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby

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causing an accident.

The heating and air-conditioning system heats or cools the vehicle interior.

The heating and air-conditioning system can be operated when the engine is running.

Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather. This will accelerate the cooling process.

Heating and air-conditioning system controls

Heating/air-conditioning system control panel

To switch the rear window heating on/off (Y page 81)

;

Air-conditioning system: switches air-recirculation on/off (Y page 81)

Air-conditioning system temperature control: increases/reduces the temperature (Y page 80)

Air-conditioning system

Airflow slider, demister vents: adjusts the airflow

Heating system temperature slider: increases/reduces the temperature (Y page 80)

Airflow slider, footwell vents: adjusts the airflow

Heating system (Y page 79)

Switches the blower on/off and adjusts the airflow (Y page 80)

Climate control

Heating and air-conditioning system controls

Notes on using the heating/air-conditioning system

Only use the "demisting" settings briefly until the windscreen is clear again. This prevents the battery from discharging unnecessarily.

Only use the air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. if there are unpleasant outside odours or when in a tunnel. The windows could otherwise mist up, as no fresh air is fed into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.

The rear window heating has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the rear window is clear.

Turning the heating system on/off

When the heating system is switched off, the air supply and air recirculation are also switched off. Only select this setting briefly. Otherwise, the windows may mist up.

Heating and air-conditioning system controls

Make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

To switch on: turn the K blower switch to the level required.

To switch off: turn the K blower switch to level 0.

Increase or reduce the temperature (Y page 80).

The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function is only available when the engine is running.

When cooling is switched on, the air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehumidified.

Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunction.

Increasing/reducing the temperature

Use the "Heating and air-conditioning system control panel" overview graphic for position information (Y page 79)

To increase: slide heating system temperature slider B to the right.

Additionally, for vehicles with an airconditioning system: turn air-condition-

ing system temperature control = anticlockwise.

To reduce: slide heating system tempera-

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ture slider B to the left.

Additionally, for vehicles with an airconditioning system: turn air-condition-

ing system temperature control = clockwise.

Activating/deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function

Points to observe before use

WARNING

If you deactivate the cooling with air-dehumidification function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled or dehumidified. The windows can mist up more quickly. This may prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby causing an accident.

Switch cooling on for at least ten minutes every month. Otherwise, the air-conditioning system could be damaged.

Switching on/off

Make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

To switch on: turn air-conditioning system temperature control = clockwise (Y page 79).

To switch off: turn air-conditioning system temperature control = anti-clockwise (Y page 79).

If you want to cool your vehicle quickly, you can also switch on the air-recirculation mode briefly.

Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function

If refrigerant leaks out of the air-conditioning system, the compressor switches off and the cooling with air dehumidification function can no longer be switched on.

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

Setting the airflow

Turn the key to position 2(Y page 87) in the ignition lock.

To switch on: turn the K blower switch to the level required.

To increase/reduce: turn the K blower switch to the next higher or the next lower level.

To switch off: turn the K blower switch to level 0.

Heating and air-conditioning system controls

When you switch the blower off, the air supply and the air circulation are switched off at the same time.

Only switch the ventilation off briefly. The

windows could otherwise mist up.

Demisting the windscreen

The following settings can be used to defrost the windscreen or to demist the inside of the windscreen and the side windows:

You should only select the demisting

function until the windscreen is clear again.

Make sure that air-recirculation mode is deactivated, so that outside air can flow into the vehicle (Y page 81).

Turn control ; on the centre air vents all the way down (Y page 83).

Move slider : on the side air vents to the centre (Y page 83).

Turn the K blower switch to level IV.

Slide demister vent airflow slider A as far as it will go to the right (Y page 79).

Slide heating system temperature slider B as far as it will go to the right to the red point (Y page 79).

Demisting the windows

Windows misted up on the inside

Make sure that air-recirculation mode is switched off, so that outside air can flow into the vehicle (Y page 81).

Turn the K blower switch to level IV.

Slide demister vent airflow slider A as far as it will go to the right (Y page 79).

Turn control ; on the centre air vents all the way down (Y page 83).

Tilt the side air vents towards the side windows (Y page 83).

Slide heating system temperature slider B to the right (Y page 79).

You should only select this setting until

the windscreen is clear again.

Windows misted up on the outside

Make the setting as described previously under "Windows misted up on the inside".

Activate the windscreen wipers.

You should only select this setting until

the windscreen is clear again.

Switching the rear window heating on/off

Switching on/off

WARNING

Clear all windows of ice or snow before setting off. Otherwise, impaired visibility could endanger you and others.

The rear window heating has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the window is clear.

To switch on: turn the key to position 2(Y page 87) in the ignition lock.

Press the upper section of the | switch. The indicator lamp in the | switch lights up.

To switch off: press the lower section of the | switch. Indicator lamp in the | switch goes out.

Activating/deactivating air-recirculation mode

WARNING

Only switch over to air-recirculation mode briefly at low outside temperatures. Otherwise, the windows could mist up, thus impairing visibility and endangering yourself and others. This may prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby causing an accident.

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Heating and air-conditioning system controls

To activate: make sure that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

Press the upper section of the ì switch. The indicator lamp in the ì switch lights up.

To switch off: press the lower section of the ì switch. Indicator lamp in the ì switch goes out.

You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if unpleasant odours are entering the vehicle from outside. The air already inside the vehicle will then be recirculated.

Auxiliary heating

Important safety notes

WARNING

Exhaust fumes are produced when the auxiliary heating is in operation. Inhaling these exhaust fumes can be poisonous. You should therefore switch off the auxiliary heating in

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confined spaces without an extraction system, e.g. a garage.

WARNING

When operating the auxiliary heating parts of the vehicle can get very hot. Make sure that the exhaust system does not under any circumstances come into contact with easily ignitable material such as dry grass or fuels. The material could otherwise ignite and set the vehicle alight. Choose your parking spot accordingly.

Operating the auxiliary heating is thus prohibited at filling stations or when your vehicle is being refuelled. You must therefore switch off the auxiliary heating at filling stations.

Switch the auxiliary heating on regularly once a month for about ten minutes.

The auxiliary heating must not be switched on when fording.

The auxiliary heating heats the air in the vehicle interior without using the heat of the running engine. The auxiliary heating is operated

directly using the vehicle's fuel. For this reason, the tank content must be at least at reserve fuel level to ensure that the auxiliary heating functions.

The auxiliary heating switches off automatically after 50 minutes. This time limit can be altered. To do this, visit a qualified specialist workshop.

Switching the auxiliary heating on and off

Auxiliary heating button in the centre console control panel

To switch on: switch on the battery main switch (Y page 87).

Slide heating temperature slider B to the right (Y page 79).

Turn the K blower switch to level I.

Press the auxiliary heating button. The auxiliary heating is switched on. The indicator lamp in the button lights up.

To switch off: press the auxiliary heating button again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The auxiliary heating remains on for a few minutes and then switches off.

If you switch off the battery main switch when the auxiliary heating is switched on, the auxiliary heating continues to operate for the remaining operating time. The vehicle's electrical system remains connected to the battery for eight minutes after the auxiliary heating is switched off.

Adjusting the air vents

Important safety notes

WARNING

Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could cause burns or frostbite to bare skin in the immediate vicinity of the vents. Keep bare skin away from these air outlets. If necessary, direct the airflow away to a different area of the vehicle interior.

General notes

In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes:

keep the air inlet grille on the bonnet free of blockages, such as ice, snow or leaves.

never cover the vents or ventilation grilles in the vehicle interior.

To provide virtually draught-free ventilation, position the slider for the centre air vents in the central position and the adjustment catches of the side air vents in the horizontal position.

Setting the centre air vents

Adjusting the air vents

To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; up or down.

To set the air direction: move slider : for the centre air vent to the right, left, up or down.

Either fresh air or, if the air-conditioning system is switched on, cooled air flows through the centre air vents. No heated air flows through the centre air vents.

Setting the side air vents

Example: right side air vent

The side air vents can be turned as required to adjust the airflow.

To open/close: move slider : to the right or to the left.

To adjust the air direction: turn the side air vents to the right or left using aiming pads ;.

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Example: right centre air vent

Useful information .............................. 86

Running-in notes ................................. 86

Driving .................................................. 86

Automatic transmission ..................... 91

Refuelling ............................................. 96

Parking ............................................... 100

Driving tips ........................................ 101

Off-road driving systems .................. 110

Towing a trailer ................................. 113

Driving and parking

Driving

Useful information

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 15).

Driving and parking

Running-in notes

Important safety notes

Brake pads/linings and discs that are new, or have been replaced, only achieve optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometres of driving. Compensate for the reduced braking effect by applying greater force to the brake pedal.

The first 1,500 km

If you treat the engine with sufficient care from the very start, you will be rewarded with excellent performance for the remainder of the engine's life.

Drive at varying vehicle speeds and engine speeds for the first 1,500 km.

Avoid overstressing the vehicle during this period, e.g. driving at full throttle.

Change gear in good time, as soon as the rev counter needle is Ô of the way to the red area of the rev counter.

Do not shift down a gear manually in order to brake.

Try to avoid depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the point of resistance (kickdown).

The shift ranges 3, 2 or 1 should only be engaged when driving slowly, e.g. when driving in mountainous terrain.

After 1,500 km, you may gradually bring the vehicle up to full road and engine speeds.

You should also observe these notes on running in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced.

Driving

Important safety notes

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardised. There is a risk of an accident.

Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter the driver's footwell. Fit the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats.

WARNING

Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.:

shoes with thick soles

shoes with high heels

slippers

There is a risk of an accident.

Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.

WARNING

If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.

Do not switch off the ignition while driving.

WARNING

If the parking brake has not been fully released when driving, the parking brake can:

overheat and cause a fire

lose its hold function.

There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release the parking brake fully before driving off.

Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use the engine's full performance until it has reached operating temperature.

Only set the automatic transmission to the respective drive positions when the vehicle is stationary.

Where possible, avoid spinning the drive wheels when pulling away on slippery roads. Otherwise, you could damage the drive train.

Avoid high engine speeds when the engine is cold. The engine's service life could otherwise be significantly shortened. Do not use the engine's full performance until it has reached operating temperature.

Driving

To switch on: turn battery main switch = to position 2. The vehicle's 24 V electrical system is supplied with voltage from the battery.

Make sure that the switch for the winch socket is switched off. The battery could drain.

To switch off: make sure that the ignition is switched off (Y page 87).

Turn battery main switch = to position

The vehicle's 24 V electrical system is disconnected from the battery.

If the auxiliary heating is switched on or a differential lock is engaged, it takes longer to disconnect the 24 V electrical system from the battery. If a differential lock is engaged, disconnection takes an extra 45 seconds. If the auxiliary heating is switched on, the battery is fully disconnected 8 minutes after the auxiliary heating has been switched off.

The hazard warning lamps only operate if the battery main switch is switched on.

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Battery main switch

Vehicles with a 24 V electrical system may be equipped with an integrated battery main switch or a battery main switch on the centre console.

Vehicles with a 12 V electrical system do not have a battery main switch.

Key positions

To remove the key, integrated battery

main switch off

Integrated battery main switch on

Ignition and drive position: voltage supply

for all consumers, including airbags

Starting the engine

Driving

The key can only be removed if you have

turned it to position 0 in the ignition lock.

To unlock the steering wheel, move the steering wheel slightly to the left and right while turning the key to position 1.

On vehicles with an integrated battery main switch, the hazard warning lamps may still be switched on when the key is in position 0 even when the battery main switch is switched off. The dipped and main-beam headlamps as well as side lamps can be switched on when the hazard warning lamps are switched on.

The indicator and warning lamps light up

in the instrument cluster when you switch

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on the ignition. They go out when the engine is running. This shows that the indicator and warning lamps for each system are operational.

Starting the engine

Important safety notes

WARNING

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation.

Do not depress the accelerator pedal

when starting the engine.

Starting procedure

Shift the automatic transmission to position P. Transmission position P appears in the dis- play.

You can also start the engine when the

automatic transmission is in position N.

For further information about the auto-

matic transmission, see (Y page 91).

If you depress the brake when starting the engine, pedal travel is unusually long and there is less pedal resistance.

Make sure that the parking brake is applied.

Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. The % preglow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.

When the % preglow indicator lamp goes out, turn the key to position 3 and release it. The engine starts automatically. If the engine does not start after a predetermined time, the starting procedure ends automatically. You can interrupt the starting procedure manually at any time.

To interrupt the starting procedure: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 0.

You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm.

Pulling away

Automatic transmission

WARNING

If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident.

When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate.

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

Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.

Shift the automatic transmission to position D or R.

Before driving off, wait until the gear change is fully completed.

Release the parking brake (Y page 101).

Release the brake pedal.

Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.

It is only possible to shift the automatic

transmission from position P to a different position if you depress the brake pedal. Only then is the selector lever lock released.

Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds after a cold start. This helps the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature more quickly.

Driving

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Driving

Problems with the engine

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The engine does not start. You can hear the starter motor.

There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.

There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.

Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting to start the engine again.

Try to start the engine again (Y page 88). Avoid excessively long and frequent attempts to start the engine, as this will drain the battery (Y page 87).

If the engine does not start after several attempts:

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

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The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard. The yellow reserve fuel warn-

The fuel tank is empty.

Refuel the vehicle.

Bleed the fuel system (Y page 100).

ing lamp is lit and the needle of the fuel gauge shows 0.

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

The engine is not running smoothly and is misfiring.

The on-board voltage is too low because the batteries are too weak or discharged.

Start the engine using the emergency start facility (Y page 163).

Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 163).

If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump-start it:

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical component of the engine management system.

Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter and damage it.

Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

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Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The coolant temperature display shows a value above 120 †.

The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.

Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to cool down.

Check the coolant level (Y page 143). Observe the warning notes as you do so and top up the coolant if necessary.

If the coolant level is correct, the radiator fan may be faulty. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.

If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.

Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.

Automatic transmission

Important safety notes

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardised. There is a risk of an accident.

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Selector lever

Overview of transmission positions

Bear in mind that power transmission between the engine and the transmission is interrupted when the engine is switched off. For this reason, shift the automatic transmission to P when the engine is switched off and the vehicle is stationary. Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling away.

Selector lever P

Park position with selector lever lock

Reverse gear

Neutral

Drive

Automatic transmission

Transmission position display

Transmission position/shift range

Current shift range : is shown in the instrument cluster display.

When the selector lever is in position D, you can influence the gearshifts made by the automatic transmission by:

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restricting the shift range

changing gear yourself

Transmission positions

Park position

This prevents the vehicle from rolling away when stopped. Do not shift the transmission into position P(Y page 91) unless the vehicle is stationary.

The key can only be removed if

the transmission is in position P. When there is no key in the ignition lock, the selector lever is locked in position P.

Have the vehicle electronics checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

Reverse gear

Only shift the transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.

Neutral

No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels.

Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it.

Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. Otherwise, the automatic transmission could be damaged.

Shift into N briefly, if:

there is a risk of the vehicle skidding, e.g. on slippery roads in winter.

you want to engage the transfer case.

Rolling in neutral N can lead to

damage to the transmission.

Drive

The automatic transmission changes gear automatically. All forward gears are available.

Changing gear

The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. Gearshifting is determined by:

a shift range restriction, if selected

the position of the transfer case (HIGH or LOW)

the position of the accelerator pedal

the road speed

Automatic transmission

Driving tips

Accelerator pedal position

Your style of driving influences how the automatic transmission shifts gear:

little throttle: early upshifts

more throttle: late upshifts

Kickdown

Use kickdown for maximum acceleration:

Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.

Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached. The automatic transmission shifts back up.

Towing a trailer

Drive in the middle of the engine speed range on uphill gradients.

Shift down to shift range 3 or 2 depending on the uphill or downhill gradient (Y page 93).

Shift the transfer case into off-road driving position LOW on extreme uphill gradients or steep downhill gradients (Y page 110).

Shift ranges

Introduction

When the automatic transmission is in position D, it is possible to restrict or derestrict the shift range.

The shift range selected is shown in the display.

Driving situations

To use the engine's braking effect

The braking effect of the engine can be utilised on downhill gradients or when driving:

on steep mountain roads

in mountainous terrain

in arduous conditions

The braking effect of the engine can be utilised on extremely steep downhill gradients and long downhill stretches.

Restricting the shift range

Press the selector lever to the left towards D–. The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range to the relevant gear.

If the engine exceeds the maximum engine speed when shifting down, the automatic transmission protects against engine damage by not shifting down.

If the maximum engine speed for the shift range is reached and you continue to accelerate, the automatic transmission shifts up in order to prevent the engine from overrevving, even if the shift range is restricted.

Extending the shift range

Press the selector lever to the right towards D+. The automatic transmission shifts up one gear and restricts the shift range to the relevant gear.

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Automatic transmission

Clearing the shift range restriction

Press and hold the selector lever towards D+ until D is shown once more in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts from the current shift range directly to D.

Selecting the ideal shift range

Press the selector lever to the left towards D– and hold it in position. The automatic transmission shifts to the gear which allows optimum acceleration and deceleration. To do this, the automatic

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transmission shifts down one or more gears.

The automatic transmission cannot shift down beyond second gear. To shift to first gear, you have to pull the left steering wheel gearshift paddle.

Automatic transmission

Problems with the automatic transmission

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The transmission has problems shifting gear.

The transmission is losing oil.

Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

The acceleration ability is deteriorating.

The transmission no longer changes gear.

The transmission is in emergency mode. It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.

Stop.

Shift the transmission to position P.

Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock.

Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.

Shift the transmission to position D or R. If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.

Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

You hear a warning tone.

You have:

switched off the engine

opened the driver's door

not moved the selector lever to position P

Move the selector lever to P.

Releasing the parking lock manually

If a fault occurs, you can release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P to, for example, tow the vehicle.

Apply the parking brake.

Press marking : down to the stop and hold. The selector lever can now be moved freely until it is returned to position P.

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ADR (working speed governor)

ADR prevents a reduction in engine speed, e.g. when the alternator is under high load.

The switches are located on the centre console.

Refuelling

To activate ADR

;

To increase the engine speed

To lower the engine speed

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Make sure that the vehicle is stationary.

Move the selector lever to P(Y page 92).

Press the upper half of switch :. ADR is activated. The engine idling speed is controlled automatically. The K indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up.

If ADR is activated you can increase to a maximum of 1800 rpm or lower to a minimum of 900 rpm as necessary.

To increase the engine speed: press the upper half of switch ;.

To lower the engine speed: press the lower half of switch =.

Refuelling

Important safety notes

WARNING

Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explosion.

You must avoid fire, naked flames, creating sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before refuelling.

WARNING

Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health. There is a danger of injury.

Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of children.

If you or others come into contact with fuel, observe the following:

Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin with water and soap immediately.

If you get fuel in your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with clean water immediately. Seek immediate medical attention.

If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting.

Change any clothing that has come into contact with fuel immediately.

WARNING

If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash point of this fuel mixture is lower than that of pure diesel fuel. When the engine is running, components in the exhaust system may overheat unnoticed. There is a risk of fire.

Never refuel with petrol. Never add petrol to diesel fuel.

Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine. Never mix diesel with petrol. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel injection system.

Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines. Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely.

Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the fuel system.

Take care not to spill any fuel on painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork.

Use a filter when adding fuel from a fuel can. The fuel lines and/or the diesel injection system could otherwise be blocked by particles from the fuel can.

Further information on fuel and fuel quality (Y page 191)

Preheater block

Do not close the bonnet. Otherwise, you may damage the connection cable and a resulting short circuit may damage the engine electrical system. Lower the bonnet without closing it and secure the cable to prevent it from becoming crushed.

Refuelling

Insert connection cable = with plug ? into power socket ;.

Connect the vehicle to a 230 V power supply using connection cable =. The preheater block is switched on. The engine is maintained at operating temperature.

Carefully lower the bonnet.

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The preheater block makes it possible to keep the engine at operating temperature at outside temperatures of down to -40†. The engine is heated electrically. Power is supplied by a power cable connected to a 230 V power supply.

The preheater block's power socket is in the engine compartment on the right when viewed in the direction of travel.

Open the bonnet (Y page 140).

Open cover : in the direction of the arrow.

Refuelling

Vehicles with a fuel filler flap

Example: station wagon

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Example: fuel filler flap

Fuel filler flap

;

Fuel filler cap

Tyre pressure table

Press fuel filler flap : in the direction of the arrow. The fuel filler flap opens slightly.

Open the fuel filler flap.

Vehicles without a fuel filler flap

Example: chassis cab/platform truck

Example: 6x6 chassis cab with crewcab

;

Fuel tank cap

Additional fuel tank cap

Opening the fuel filler cap

Chassis-cab/platform truck: a table

with the tyre pressures can be found in the "Wheels and tyres" section (Y page 184).

Example: fuel filler cap

Turn lock cover B to the side.

Turn key A in fuel filler cap ; anti-clockwise and remove fuel filler cap ;.

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