Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC 2010, GL-Class 2010, GL550 2010 User Manual
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Operator’s Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 20
At a glance ........................................... 25
Safety and security ............................. 35
Controls in detail ................................. 69
Operation ........................................... 225
Practical hints ................................... 283
Technical data ................................... 359
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
115V AC Socket ................................. 213
3-zone automatic climate control
see Climate control system
4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 64
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
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ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 62
Indicator lamp ................................ 315
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 288, 300
Accessory weight .............................. 254
Accidents ........................................... 112
Air bags ........................................... 37
Distance warning function ............. 155
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 215
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ........................................ 53
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
see Headlamps
Adaptive Damping System
see ADS
AdBlue® ...................................... 346, 373
Capacity, AdBlue® tank ................. 369
Refilling ......................................... 347
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 371
Gasoline ......................................... 372
Address change ................................... 22
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 159
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 239
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 297, 313
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment .. 215
Front, driver and passenger ............. 40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 42, 322
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 41
Window curtain ................................ 42
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 371
Air distribution .......................... 178, 188
Air filter .............................................. 309
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 255
Air recirculation mode .............. 180, 190
Air suspension program
Comfortable driving style ............... 159
Introduction ................................... 159
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Sporty driving style ........................ 159
Suspension tuning ......................... 159
Vehicle level control ...................... 159
Air volume ................................. 179, 189
Alarm system
see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool
kit) .............................................. 284, 343
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 166
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 296, 308
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 374
Antilock Brake System
see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 66
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 66
Immobilizer ...................................... 66
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
Storage compartment .................... 208
Index
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Ashtrays ............................................. 211
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 255
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 129
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 94
Automatic central locking .......... 74, 138
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98
Automatic interior lighting control .. 101
Automatic locking when driving ...... 138
Automatic transmission ................... 114
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) ............................................ 119
Gear range indicator ...................... 118
Gear ranges ................................... 118
Gear selector lever ........................ 114
Hill-start assist system .................. 155
Kickdown ....................................... 117
One-touch gearshifting .................. 118
Shifting procedure ......................... 116
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 118
Towing a trailer .............................. 118
Transmission position indicator ..... 116
Transmission positions .................. 116
AUX socket ........................................ 207
Axle oils .............................................. 369
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BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system ............. 46
Self-test ........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 255
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 63
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition .......................... 73
Replacing ....................................... 326
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 348
Charging ........................................ 350
Jump starting ................................. 350
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 296, 308
Bead (tire) .......................................... 255
Beverage holders
see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 345
BlueTEC
AdBlue® tank ................................. 346
AdBlue® tank capacity ................... 369
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 233
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 299
Brakes ................................................ 260
Parking brake ........................ 112, 261
Warning lamp ................................. 316
Break-in period .................................. 226
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 230
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) ...................................... 142
Can holders
see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 368
Cargo compartment
Cargo net ....................................... 206
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 201
Cover blind .................................... 205
Fuse box ........................................ 357
Hooks ............................................ 201
Tie-down rings ............................... 200
Cargo compartment cover blind ...... 205
Cargo net ........................................... 206
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 200
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 280
Carriers .............................................. 196
Center console
Lower part ....................................... 33
Upper part ....................................... 31
Index
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Central locking
Automatic ................................ 74, 138
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 75
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 75
Certification label .............................. 360
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 46
Child safety locks (rear doors) ......... 60
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type .... 59
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (Canada only) ......... 46
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (USA only) .............. 42
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Override switch ................................ 60
Safety notes ..................................... 55
Tether anchorage points .................. 58
Top tether ........................................ 58
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 281
Cigarette lighter ................................ 212
Climate control system .................... 172
3-zone automatic climate control .. 181
Air conditioning ..................... 177, 186
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 371
Air distribution ....................... 178, 188
Air recirculation mode ........... 180, 190
Air volume ............................. 179, 189
Automatic mode .................... 178, 187
Climate control .............................. 175
Deactivating system .............. 177, 185
Front defroster ...................... 179, 189
Residual heat and
ventilation .............................. 180, 191
Temperature .......................... 178, 187
Clock ............................................ 28, 135
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 255
Collapsible wheel chock ................... 286
COMAND system
see separate COMAND system
operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 100
Comfort submenu
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 139
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ................................... 140
Seat belt adjustment feature ......... 139
Compass
Calling up ....................................... 223
Control system .................................. 125
Multifunction display ..................... 127
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 125
Resetting to factory settings .......... 132
Control system menus ...................... 127
Audio/DVD .................................... 129
Distronic ........................................ 131
Navigation ..................................... 130
Off-road ......................................... 131
Settings ......................................... 132
Standard display ............................ 128
Telephone ...................................... 142
Trip computer ................................ 141
Vehicle configuration ..................... 140
Vehicle status message memory ... 131
Control system submenus
Comfort ......................................... 139
Instrument cluster ......................... 133
Lighting .......................................... 136
Time/Date ..................................... 135
Vehicle ........................................... 138
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 374
Capacities ...................................... 369
Checking level ............................... 231
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 306
Cruise control .................................... 144
Activating ....................................... 145
Canceling ....................................... 146
Changing the set speed ................. 146
Last stored speed .......................... 147
Lever .............................................. 145
Messages in the mutlifunction
display ........................................... 294
Index
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Resume function ............................ 147
Setting current speed .................... 145
Cup holders ........................................ 209
Curb weight ....................................... 255
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
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Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 24
Date, Setting ...................................... 135
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 99
Switching on or off ......................... 136
Deep water
see Standing water
Defroster
Rear window .................................. 191
Windshield ............................. 179, 189
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 137
Interior lighting .............................. 138
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Diesel engine
Preglow indicator lamp .................... 29
Diesel fuel
see Fuel
Differential locks ............................... 121
A few words about ......................... 122
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 123, 302
Switching ....................................... 122
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 111
With starting .................................. 110
Digital clock
see Clock
Digital speedometer ......................... 129
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 246
Displays
Digital speedometer ...................... 129
Distronic ........................................ 149
Maintenance service indicator ....... 273
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Multifunction display ..................... 127
Outside temperature ............. 129, 135
Symbol messages .......................... 299
Text messages ............................... 288
Trip computer ................................ 141
Vehicle status message memory ... 131
Vehicle system settings ................. 132
Distronic ............................................ 147
Cleaning system sensor cover ....... 278
Control system .............................. 131
Distance warning function ............. 155
Distance warning
lamp ...................................... 149, 319
Driving with .................................... 153
Menu ............................................. 150
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Resume function ............................ 152
Sensor cover .................................. 278
Speed settings ............................... 151
Door control panel .............................. 34
Door handles ........................................ 34
Doors
Child safety locks ............................ 60
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ... 71
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 70
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening from inside ......................... 74
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 219
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 323
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 255
Downhill Speed Regulation
see DSR
Drinking and driving ......................... 259
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 272
Hydroplaning ................................. 262
Instructions ........................... 108, 259
In winter ........................................ 258
Off-road ......................................... 262
Problems ....................................... 111
Safety systems ................................ 61
Systems ......................................... 144
Index
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Through standing water ................. 262
With Distronic ................................ 153
Driving and parking
Safety notes .................................. 108
Driving off .................................. 110, 261
Driving safety systems ....................... 61
4-ETS ............................................... 64
ABS .................................................. 62
BAS .................................................. 63
EBP .................................................. 63
ESP® ................................................ 63
Driving systems
Air suspension program ................. 159
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 166
Cruise control ................................ 144
Distronic ........................................ 147
Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) .. 155
Hill-start assist system .................. 155
Off-road driving program ............... 158
Parktronic system .......................... 166
Rear view camera .......................... 169
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 117
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) .... 155
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 303
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Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 92, 139
EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ...................................... 63
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 23
Power outlets ................................. 212
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Electronic Traction System
see 4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 284
Flat tire .......................................... 336
Hazard warning flasher .................. 101
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 216
Towing the vehicle ......................... 352
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 215
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 357
Emergency operations
Limp-home mode ........................... 119
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 219
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 272
Information label ............................ 361
System warranties ........................... 20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............ 226
Cleaning ......................................... 276
Compartment ................................ 228
Malfunction indicator
lamp ........................................ 29, 320
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 306
Number .......................................... 361
Starting .......................................... 108
Turning off ..................................... 113
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine compartment
Radiator ......................................... 230
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 231
Additives ........................................ 371
Checking level ............................... 230
Consumption ................................. 230
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 308
Oil dipstick ..................................... 230
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 370
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 63
4-ETS ............................................... 64
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 289, 300
Off-road ESP® .................................. 65
Trailer stabilization ........................... 65
Warning lamp ................................. 318
Index
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ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Express operation
Power windows .............................. 105
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 192
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 97
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 94
Fold-in function ........................ 95, 140
Parking position ............................... 95
Power-folding ................................... 95
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
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Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 284
Flat tire ............................................... 336
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 344
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 340
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 336
Spare wheel ........................... 336, 368
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 337
Floormats ........................................... 223
Fluids
AdBlue® ......................................... 369
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 369
Brake fluid ..................................... 369
Capacities ...................................... 368
Engine coolant ............................... 369
Engine oil ....................................... 369
Power steering fluid ....................... 369
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 370
Fog lamps ............................................. 99
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 310, 312
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ................................ 95, 140
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front axle oil ...................................... 369
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag ............ 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) .......... 42, 322
Front seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Fuel ..................................................... 226
Additives ........................................ 372
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 369
Diesel fuel ............................. 369, 372
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 259
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 141
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 227
Fuel tank reserve warning
lamp ........................................ 29, 320
Premium unleaded gasoline ... 369, 371
Refueling ........................................ 226
Requirements ................................ 371
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 227
Opening manually .......................... 324
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities ...................................... 368
Fuel system, bleeding (diesel
engine) ............................................... 345
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 369
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 227
Refueling ........................................ 226
Fuses .................................................. 355
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Garage door opener .................... 33, 219
Gasoline
see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 255
Gear range ......................................... 118
Indicator ........................................ 118
Limiting .......................................... 119
Shifting into optimal ...................... 119
Transfer case ................................. 120
Gear selector lever ............................ 114
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Gearshift pattern ........................... 114
Shifting procedure ......................... 116
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Transmission position indicator ..... 116
Transmission positions .................. 116
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 207
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Trailer Weight
see GTW
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) .............. 255
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 255
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 255
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Halogen headlamps
see Headlamps
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 279
Hazard warning flasher .................... 101
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 101
Headlamps
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ............. 97
Adjusting aim ................................. 333
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 98
Bi-Xenon .................................. 97, 329
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Cleaning system ............................ 101
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 99
Delayed shut-off ............................ 137
Halogen ......................................... 329
High-beam flasher ......................... 101
High-beam headlamps ................... 100
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 98
Replacing bulbs ............................. 328
Switch .............................................. 97
Headliner, cleaning and care of ....... 280
Head restraints .................................... 82
Adjustment ................................ 82, 84
Comfort head restraint .................... 84
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ......................................... 53
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints, resetting ....................... 325
Heated steering wheel ........................ 93
Height adjustment
Seat belt outlet ................................ 51
Seats ............................................... 82
Vehicle level control ...................... 159
High-beam flasher ............................. 101
High-beam headlamps .............. 100, 329
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Hill-start assist system ..................... 155
Hinged quarter windows .................. 106
Hood ................................................... 228
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Hooks ................................................. 201
Horn ...................................................... 27
HVAC
see Climate control system
Hydroplaning ..................................... 262
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Identification labels .......................... 360
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 361
Ignition ......................................... 80, 109
Immobilizer .......................................... 66
Indicator lamps
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 223
Inside door handle .............................. 74
Instrument cluster ............................ 124
Illumination .................................... 124
Lamps ............................................ 314
Multifunction display ..................... 127
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Index
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Interior lighting
Delayed shut-off ............................ 138
Emergency lighting ........................ 102
Front .............................................. 101
Front reading lamps ....................... 101
Rear ............................................... 102
Rear reading lamps ........................ 102
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 93
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping
Rain sensor .................................... 103
J
Jack ..................................................... 286
Jump starting ..................................... 350
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 73
Replacing ......................................... 74
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 323
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp .......................... 73
Checking batteries ........................... 73
Factory setting ........................... 71, 72
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 71
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) ............................................ 72, 73
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 71
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ..... 72
Locking/unlocking ........................... 70
Loss of ............................................. 73
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof ......................... 107
Opening and closing the windows . 107
Remote control ................................ 70
Replacing ......................................... 74
Replacing batteries ........................ 326
Restoring to factory setting ....... 71, 73
Selective setting ........................ 71, 73
Starter switch positions ................... 80
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ................... 80
Kickdown ........................................... 117
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 255
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Labels
Certification ................................... 360
Emission control information ......... 361
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 242
Tire inflation pressure .................... 236
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Front .............................................. 329
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
Rear ............................................... 329
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 28, 315
Brakes ..................................... 28, 316
Center console ................................ 31
Differential locks ............................ 123
Distance warning
lamp .............................. 149, 155, 319
Engine malfunction .................. 29, 320
ESP® ........................................ 28, 318
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 42, 322
Fuel tank reserve ..................... 29, 320
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 100
Instrument cluster ................... 28, 314
Low-beam headlamps ................ 29, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale .................. 28, 321
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 51, 317
SRS .................................... 29, 36, 318
Turn signals ..................................... 28
Language, selecting .......................... 134
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Index
LATCH-type child seat anchors
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 311
Replacing bulbs ............................. 330
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 279
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 99
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 101
Limp-home mode .............................. 119
Load index (tires) ...................... 251, 255
Loading
see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 136
Lock button
Outside door handle (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 324
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Loss of
Key .................................................. 73
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 360
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Switching on .................................... 98
LOW RANGE mode ............................. 120
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 303
Switching ....................................... 121
Lubricants .......................................... 368
Lumbar support ................................... 87
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................ 274
Service indicator message ............. 273
Service term exceeded .................. 274
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 256
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 255
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 256
Mechanical key .................................. 323
Media interface ................................. 207
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus
see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 93
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 94
Interior rear view mirror ................... 93
Memory function .............................. 96
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ............................................. 95
Vanity mirror .................................. 210
MOExtended system ......................... 345
MOExtended tires ..................... 345, 365
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 371
Motor Octane Number
see MON
Multicontour seat ................................ 90
Multifunction display ........................ 127
Symbol messages .......................... 299
Text messages ............................... 288
Vehicle status messages ............... 287
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 288, 300
Active headlamps .......................... 310
Advanced TPMS ..................... 297, 313
Air bags ......................................... 291
Air filter .......................................... 309
Air suspension program ................. 301
Alternator .............................. 296, 308
Automatic
transmission .................................. 296
Battery ................................... 296, 308
Brake fluid ..................................... 300
Index
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Brake pads ..................................... 299
Coolant .......................................... 306
Cruise control ................................ 294
Differential locks ................... 123, 302
Distronic ........................................ 294
Doors ............................................. 304
Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) .. 303
EBP ................................................ 300
Engine oil ....................................... 308
ESP® ...................................... 289, 300
Fog lamps .............................. 310, 312
Front passenger front air bag ........ 291
Gas cap .......................................... 309
High-beam lamps ........................... 311
Hood .............................................. 304
License plate lamps ....................... 311
Light sensor ................................... 311
Low-beam lamps ............................ 312
LOW RANGE mode ......................... 303
Parking brake ................................ 300
Parking lamps ................................ 311
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 290
Reserve fuel ................................... 309
Reverse lamp ................................. 310
Side marker lamps ......................... 311
SmartKey ....................................... 304
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 304
SRS ................................................ 301
Tailgate .......................................... 304
Tail lamps ...................................... 312
Tele Aid .......................................... 301
Tire inflation pressure ............ 297, 313
Tire pressure monitor .................... 297
Tires ...................................... 297, 313
Trailer brake lamps ........................ 312
Trailer tail lamps ............................ 312
Trailer turn signal lamps ................ 312
Turn signals ................................... 313
Washer fluid ................................... 305
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 91
Buttons .......................................... 125
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 92, 139
Gearshift control ............................ 118
Heating ............................................ 93
Memory function .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 30
N
Navigation menu ............................... 130
Navigation system
see Separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ............................................. 53
Resetting ....................................... 325
Nets, parcel ....................................... 200
Night security illumination .............. 137
Normal occupant weight .................. 256
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 361
O
Occupant Classification System
see OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 256
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 46
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type .... 59
Fastening the seat belts ................... 50
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 42, 322
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
Introduction ..................................... 36
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 52
Seat belts .................................. 39, 48
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 42
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 127
Off-road driving ................................. 262
Checklist ............................... 264, 268
Crossing obstacles ........................ 267
Driving instructions ........................ 262
Driving on sand .............................. 267
Driving through water .................... 266
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Index
Returning ....................................... 268
Ruts ............................................... 267
Steep terrain .................................. 264
Off-road driving program .................. 158
Off-road menu ................................... 131
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 118
Operating safety .................................. 23
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 277
Outside temperature
see Displays
Overhead control panel ...................... 33
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 276
Paintwork code ................................. 361
Panic alarm .......................................... 61
Panorama roof
Sunshade ....................................... 211
Parcel nets ......................................... 200
Parking ............................................... 112
Parktronic system .......................... 166
Parking brake ............................ 112, 261
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Transmission position .................... 116
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ............... 278
Malfunction .................................... 169
Minimum distance ......................... 167
Sensor range ................................. 167
Switching on/off ........................... 168
System sensors ............................. 167
Warning indicators ................... 27, 168
Parts service ...................................... 360
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(Canada only)
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(USA only)
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 259
Phone
see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 279
Power assistance .............................. 259
Power outlets .................................... 212
Power seats
see Seats
Power tailgate
Closing ............................................. 76
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening ........................................... 76
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation ....................................... 192
Synchronizing ................................ 194
Power washer .................................... 276
Power windows ................................. 105
Cleaning ......................................... 278
Door windows ................................ 106
Hinged quarter windows ................ 106
Operation ....................................... 105
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 60
Synchronizing ................................ 107
Practical hints ................................... 284
Preglow indicator lamp .............. 29, 109
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 52
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Problems
While driving .................................. 111
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 105
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 256
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 256
Index
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Radiator ..................................... 230, 257
Radio
Selecting stations .......................... 129
Radio transmitters ............................ 272
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 369
Rear center console ashtray
see Ashtrays
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 60
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 60
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear seats
see Seats
Rear view camera .............................. 169
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 278
Rear window defroster ..................... 191
Rear window wiper/washer ............. 104
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 234, 256
Refilling
AdBlue® ......................................... 347
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 371
Refueling ............................................ 226
Regular checks .................................. 228
Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 219
Replacing
Key .................................................. 74
Replacing bulbs ................................. 328
Reporting safety defects .................... 24
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 309
Warning lamp ................................... 29
Reset button ................................ 28, 124
Reset tool (NECK-PRO active front
head restraints) ................................. 325
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Rims ........................................... 256, 365
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 216
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 371
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 279
Run-flat tires
see MOExtended tires
S
Safety
Driving safety systems ..................... 61
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 24
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 52
Seat belts ............................................. 48
Adjustment function ........................ 51
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Fastening ......................................... 50
Height adjustment ........................... 51
Proper use of ................................... 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Safety notes ..................................... 48
Telltale ..................................... 29, 317
Seat heating ......................................... 90
Seating capacity ................................ 243
Seats ..................................................... 82
Adjustment ...................................... 82
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 92
Folding (expanding cargo volume) . 201
Heating ............................................ 90
Memory function .............................. 96
Multicontour seat ............................ 90
Rear seats ........................................ 87
Ventilation ....................................... 90
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 200
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
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Index
Self-test
BabySmart™ .................................... 47
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 215
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 360
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 247
Settings
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ......... 72
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 71
Memory function .............................. 96
Menu ............................................. 132
Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 73
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 71
Side impact air bags ........................... 41
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 311
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 256
Side windows
see Power windows
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains ...................................... 258
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Spare wheel ....................................... 365
Mounting ....................................... 340
Storage location ............................ 286
Speedometer ............................... 28, 149
Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 145
Distronic ........................................ 151
Resume function ................... 147, 152
Sport Utility Vehicle
see SUV
SRS
Indicator lamp ................... 29, 36, 318
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Standing water, driving through ...... 262
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 80
SmartKey ......................................... 80
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 110
Starting the engine ........................... 108
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel,
Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 118
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 219
Storage compartments ..................... 207
Storing tires ....................................... 248
Stranded vehicle ............................... 355
Sunroof
see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade
Rear panorama roof ....................... 211
Sun visors .......................................... 210
Suspension tuning
see Air suspension program
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) ................. 22
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Tachometer .................................. 29, 125
Overspeed range ........................... 125
Tailgate
Closing ............................................. 75
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening ........................................... 75
Power tailgate .................................. 76
Tail lamps ........................................... 329
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 312
Tar stains ........................................... 276
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 371
Brake fluid ..................................... 371
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Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 368
Coolant .......................................... 373
Engine oil additives ........................ 371
Engine oils ..................................... 370
Fuel requirements .......................... 371
Gasoline additives .......................... 372
Identification labels ....................... 360
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 371
Rims and tires ................................ 365
Spare wheel ................................... 368
Vehicle specification
GL 350 BlueTEC ............................. 362
Vehicle specification GL 450 ......... 362
Vehicle specification GL 550 ......... 363
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 370, 375
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 214
Emergency calls ............................. 215
Information button ......................... 217
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 216
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Remote door unlock ...................... 219
Roadside Assistance button .......... 216
Search & Send ............................... 218
SOS button .................................... 216
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 219
System self-test ............................. 215
Telephone ............................................. 30
Answering/ending a call ................ 143
Hands-free microphone ................... 34
Menu ............................................. 142
Operation ....................................... 142
Phone book .................................... 143
Redialing ........................................ 144
Temperature
Interior temperature .............. 178, 187
Outside .................................. 129, 135
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Tie-down rings ................................... 200
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 344
Time setting ....................................... 135
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 256
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 242
Tire and loading terminology ........... 254
TIREFIT ............................................... 337
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 237
Important notes on ........................ 235
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 236
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 242
Tire labeling ....................................... 250
Tire load rating .................................. 255
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 256
Tire pressure loss warning system . 237
Tire repair kit
see TIREFIT
Tires ........................................... 233, 365
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 239
Air pressure ................................... 234
Care and maintenance ................... 247
Cleaning ......................................... 248
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 246
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 235
Inflation pressure .................. 236, 237
Information placard ....................... 242
Inspection ...................................... 247
Labeling ......................................... 250
Load index ............................. 251, 255
Load rating .................................... 255
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 297, 313
MOExtended .................................. 365
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 256
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Problems under-/overinflation ...... 236
Retreads ........................................ 233
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 365
Rotation ......................................... 249
Service life ..................................... 247
Sizes .............................................. 365
Snow chains .................................. 258
Speed rating .......................... 252, 256
Storing ........................................... 248
Temperature .......................... 235, 249
Terminology ................................... 254
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 337
Tire Identification Number ............. 256
Tire pressure loss warning system . 237
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction telltale ........................ 321
Traction ................................. 248, 256
Tread ............................................. 257
Tread depth ........................... 247, 257
Treadwear ...................................... 248
Treadwear indicators ............. 247, 257
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 257
Wear pattern .................................. 249
Winter tires ............................ 257, 365
Tire speed rating ....................... 252, 256
Tongue Weight Rating
see TWR
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ................................... 256
Towing
Towing eye bolt .............................. 353
Trailer .................................... 118, 269
Vehicle ........................................... 352
Towing eye bolt ................................. 353
Traction ...................................... 248, 256
Trailer towing ............................ 118, 269
Coupling a trailer ........................... 270
Decoupling ..................................... 271
Electrical connections .................... 269
Towing ........................................... 270
Trailer hitch ................................... 269
Weights and ratings ....................... 269
Transfer case ..................................... 119
Gear ranges ................................... 120
LOW RANGE mode ......................... 120
Switching LOW RANGE mode ........ 121
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 231
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions .................... 116
Traveling abroad ............................... 272
Tread (tires) ....................................... 257
Tread depth (tires) .................... 247, 257
Treadwear .......................................... 248
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 247, 257
Trip computer menu ......................... 141
Trip odometer, resetting ................... 125
Turning off the engine ...................... 113
Turn signals ....................................... 100
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Indicator lamps ................................ 28
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 313
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) ........... 257
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 248, 257
Units
Selecting digital speedometer
display mode ................................. 134
Selecting speedometer/
odometer display mode ................. 134
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 371
Unlocking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 323
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 280
Useful features .................................. 209
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Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 348
Care ............................................... 275
Control system .............................. 125
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 360
Locking/unlocking ........................... 70
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 344
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Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 23
Towing ........................................... 352
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 323
Vehicle configuration menu ............. 140
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 360
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle level control
see Air suspension program
Vehicle lighting .................................... 97
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 200
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 201
Carriers .......................................... 196
Instructions .................................... 194
Load limit ....................................... 243
Terminology ................................... 254
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 257
Vehicle specification
GL 350 BlueTEC ............................. 362
GL 450 ........................................... 362
GL 550 ........................................... 363
Vehicle status message memory .... 131
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 284
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
W
Warning lamps
see Lamps, Indicator and warning
Warning sounds
Distance warning function ............. 155
Distronic ........................................ 149
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 51
Parking brake ................................ 300
Parktronic system .......................... 169
Seat belt telltale ............................ 317
Warranty coverage ............................ 360
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 375
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 305
Mixing ratio .................................... 375
Refilling .......................................... 232
Washing the vehicle .......................... 275
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 249
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 336
Removing ....................................... 343
Spare ............................................. 336
Tightening torque ........................... 344
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 365
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 233
Window curtain air bags ..................... 42
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 278
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 278
Infrared reflecting .......................... 223
Washer fluid ................................... 375
Wipers ........................................... 103
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 334
Winter cover .............................. 230, 257
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 258
Radiator cover ............................... 257
Snow chains .................................. 258
Tires ............................................... 257
Winter tires ................................ 257, 365
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 280
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Product Information
Please observe the following in your own best
interest:
We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz Parts as well as conversion parts and
accessories explicitly approved by us for your
vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their
reliability, safety and special suitability for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for
other products and therefore cannot be held
responsible for them, even if in individual
cases an official approval or authorization by
governmental or other agencies should exist.
Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or
reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use
them.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories
are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive
comprehensive information on permissible
technical modifications and expert
installations.
Operator’s Manual
Notes
This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal
of useful information. We urge you to read it
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
We continuously strive to improve our
product and ask for your understanding that
we reserve the right to make changes in
design and equipment. Therefore,
information, illustrations, and descriptions in
this Operator’s Manual might differ from your
vehicle.
Vehicle equipment
Your vehicle may have some or all of the
equipment described in this manual.
Therefore, you may find explanations for
optional equipment not installed in your
vehicle. If you have any questions about
operating particular equipment, any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad
to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Optional equipment is also described in this
manual, including operating instructions
wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions and illustrations
herein may vary slightly from the actual
equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not
shown or described in this Operator’s
Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to inform you of correct
care and operating procedures. The
Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet
are important documents and should be kept
with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information
booklet contains detailed information about
the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System Warranty
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Emission Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
Control System Warranty
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State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
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Laws)
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its
authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix
one or more substantial defects or
malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered
by its express warranty. During the period of
18 months from original delivery of the
vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles
(approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer
of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a
reasonable number of repair attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition that is
likely to cause death or serious bodily
injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect
or malfunction has been subject to repair
two or more times, and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in
writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Written notification should not be sent to a
dealer, it should be addressed to
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with
you when you take the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
service. The service advisor will record each
service in the booklet for you.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program provides factory-trained technical
help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
toll-free Roadside Assistance number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Representatives
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Roadside Assistance will be provided in
accordance with standard program
guidelines which include providing service to
the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from
a paved roadway. We will make every effort
to assist in a breakdown situation, however,
the accessibility of your vehicle will be
determined by our authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center technician or the tow service provider
on a case-by-case basis and may be a factor
in our ability to respond.
Additional charges may be applicable for a
breakdown location determined not to be a
reasonably accessible roadside location as
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Applicable to vehicles with gasoline engine only.
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determined by our authorized technician and
tow service provider.
For additional information refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send
in the “Change of Address Notice” found in
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in
contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature with the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used
Truck” found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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Service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
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Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Sport Utility Vehicle
Warning!
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This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both
on-road and off-road use. It can go places and
perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel
drive passenger cars are not intended. This
vehicle will handle and maneuver differently
from conventional passenger cars in driving
conditions which may occur on streets,
highways and off-road use.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger cars. As with other vehicles of this
type, if you make sharp turns at excessive
speeds or abrupt maneuvers, the vehicle may
roll over or may go out of control and crash.
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Failure to operate this vehicle safely may
result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle,
and severe or fatal injury.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Operator’s Manual. Take time to become
familiar with the driving characteristics of this
vehicle. Be sure you are familiar with all
vehicle controls. Learn how your vehicle
handles on different road surfaces. Do not
attempt sharp turns at excessive speeds or
abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving
actions that can cause loss of vehicle control.
When driving off-road or working the vehicle
hard, do not overload it. And, always wear
your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash,
an unbelted person is significantly more likely
to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
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Operating safety
Warning!
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Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
Warning!
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Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers
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slow down carefully
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drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are
familiar with the following information and
rules:
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the safety precautions in this manual
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the “Technical data” section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Warning!
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Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended to
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing
warning labels may cause you and others to
be unaware of certain risks which may result
in an accident and/or personal injury.
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and corrected if required. If the matter is not
handled to your satisfaction, please discuss
the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center
management or, if necessary, contact us at
one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
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Introduction
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Reporting safety defects
For the USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
“National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966”.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov.
This information helps, for example, to
diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and
to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Daimler may access the information and
share it with others
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
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in response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
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for use in dispute resolution involving
Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service
organization and/or
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check the Tele Aid subscription
service agreement for details regarding the
information that may be recorded or
transmitted via that system.
Vehicle data recording
Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data
and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may
transmit some data in certain accidents.
Exterior view ....................................... 26
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Instrument cluster .............................. 28
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30
Center console .................................... 31
Overhead control panel ...................... 33
Door control panel .............................. 34
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At a glance
Exterior view
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Exterior view
At a glance
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This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function Page
:
Tailgate 75
Power tailgate 76
;
Rear window defroster 191
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Rear window wiper/washer 104
Wiper blade, replacing 334
Wiper blade, cleaning 278
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Rear lamps 328
A
Fuel filler flap 226
B
Doors:
Locking and unlocking 70,
C
Exterior rear view mirrors 94
D
Towing eyes 353
E
Front lamps
323
328
Function Page
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Hood 228
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Wipers 103
Wiper blades, replacing 334
Wiper blades, cleaning 278
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Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid 104
Cleaning 278
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Power tilt/sliding sunroof 192
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Carriers 196
Crossbars 196
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Tires and wheels 233
Rims and tires 365
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Headlamp cleaning system 101
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LED daytime running lamps 97
Cockpit
Cockpit
27
At a glance
Function Page
:
Cruise control lever:
Cruise control 144
Distronic 147
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Instrument cluster 28,
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Multifunction steering
wheel
?
Horn
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Steering wheel gearshift
control 118
B
Gear selector lever 114
C
Front Parktronic warning
indicators 166
D
Overhead control panel 33
E
Glove box lid release, glove
box lock 208
F
Glove box 207
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Power outlet 212
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Center console
124
30,
125
31
Function Page
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Starter switch 80
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Steering wheel adjustment,
manual 91
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On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
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Hood lock release 228
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Parking brake release 112
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Parking brake pedal 112
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Door control panel 34
P
Exterior lamp switch 97
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Steering wheel adjustment,
electrical 91
Heated steering wheel 93
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Combination switch:
Turn signals 100
Wipers 103
High beam 100
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Instrument cluster
28
Instrument cluster
At a glance
Function Page
:
# Left turn signal
indicator lamp
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To dim instrument cluster
illumination 124
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Reset button for:
Trip odometer 125
Settings 132
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To brighten instrument
cluster illumination 124
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! Right turn signal
Function Page
$ Brake warning lamp,
USA only
d ESP® warning lamp
· Distance warning
3
lamp
J Brake warning lamp,
Canada only
h Combination low tire
pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale, USA
only
indicator lamp
B
Clock 135
C
Speedometer with:
! Antilock Brake
System (ABS) indicator
lamp
315
È Variable speed limiter
indicator lamp
2
Lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.
3
Vehicles without Distronic: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should
go out when the engine is running.
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318
319
316
239,
321
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