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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É1665847203]ËÍ 1665847203 Order no. P166 0080 13 Part no. 1665847203 Edition B 2016...
  • Page 2 Blue- instruction that is continued on the next tooth SIG Inc. Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- page. cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
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  • Page 4 Contents Index ............3 At a glance ........... 33 Introduction ......... 25 Safety ........... 42 Opening and closing ......78 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 100 Lights and windshield wipers ..114 Climate control ......... 126 Driving and parking ......144 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 5 Index Parking .......... 215 1, 2, 3 ... ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 74 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Brake Assist see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ........ 70 tion System) Adaptive Damping System 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Function/notes ......209 drive) ..........235 Adaptive damping system 12 V socket see ADS (Adaptive Damping System)

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Function/notes ......224 Axle load, permissible (trailer tow- Audio menu (on-board computer) ..269 ing) ............445 Audio system see separate operating instructions Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Bag hook ..........334 Authorized workshop Ball coupling see Qualified specialist workshop Installing ........
  • Page 7 Index Battery (SmartKey) Warning lamp ......... 317 Breakdown Checking .......... 81 Important safety notes ....81 Where will I find...? ......369 Replacing ......... 81 see Flat tire Battery (vehicle) see Towing away Brightness control (instrument Charging ........377 Display message ......296 cluster lighting) ........
  • Page 8 Index Cargo compartment floor Cleaning Important safety notes ....337 Mirror turn signal ......365 Opening/closing ......337 Trailer tow hitch ......366 Climate control Stowage well (under) ..... 337 Cargo net Automatic climate control (3- Attaching ........336 zone) ..........130 Important safety information ..
  • Page 9 Index Cockpit Display message ......308 Overview .......... 33 Driving system ....... 191 see Instrument cluster Function/notes ......191 Collapsible spare wheel Important safety notes ....191 Inflating ......... 429 Storing and maintaining current see Emergency spare wheel speed ..........192 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Cup holder PLUS...
  • Page 10 Driver's door see Odometer see Doors Driving abroad see Trip odometer Distance warning (warning lamp) ..327 Mercedes-Benz Service ....361 Driving in mountainous terrain Distance warning function Approach/departure angle .... 190 Function/notes ........ 69 Driving lamps Warning lamp ......... 327...
  • Page 11 Index DYNAMIC SELECT controller AMG adaptive sport suspension system ........... 209 Automatic transmission ....152 ATTENTION ASSIST ......224 PLUG-IN HYBRID operation .... 251 Blind Spot Assist ......227 Cruise control ........ 191 Display message ......301 EASY-ENTRY feature DISTRONIC PLUS ......193 Activating/deactivating ....
  • Page 12 Index Emergency unlocking ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- Tailgate ..........90 tem) ............71 Emissions control Exhaust check ........182 Service and warranty information ..26 Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc- Engine tions) ..........366 Check Engine warning lamp ... 325 Exhaustive discharging (high-volt- Display message ......
  • Page 13 Index Head restraints Grade (gasoline) ......434 Important safety notes ....434 Adjusting ........102 Low outside temperatures ..... 436 Adjusting (electrically) ....103 Problem (malfunction) ....166 Adjusting (manually) ...... 103 Quality (diesel) ....... 435 Adjusting (rear) ......103 Refueling ........
  • Page 14 Index Display message ......299 Removing the Start/Stop button ... 147 General notes ........42 Start function ........80 High-voltage battery ......43 Start/Stop button ......146 Important safety notes ....42 Starting the engine ......148 Manual switch off ......42 Unlocking .........
  • Page 15 Low-beam headlamps Memory card (audio) ......269 Changing bulbs ......120 Memory function ....... 113 Display message ......292 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Switching on/off ......115 Lumbar support 360°camera ........221 Active Blind Spot Assist ....230 Adjusting (on the seat) ....104 Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
  • Page 16 Index Mobile phone Children in the vehicle ..... 60 Frequencies ........431 Important safety notes ....44 Installation ........431 Introduction to the restraint sys- Menu (on-board computer) .... 270 tem ..........44 Transmission output (maximum) ..431 Occupant Classification System Modifying the programming (OCS) ..........
  • Page 17 Index Operator's Manual ® Off-road ESP ........73 Vehicle equipment ......26 Off-Road program (vehicles with- Outside temperature display ... 264 out Off-Road Engineering pack- Overhead control panel ...... 40 age) ..........237 Override feature Off-road programs (vehicles with Off-Road Engineering package) ..237 Rear side windows ......
  • Page 18 Index Important safety notes ....210 Overrun mode ........ 253 Problem (malfunction) ....213 Parking .......... 254 Range of the sensors ..... 210 Power display (electric motor) ..245 Trailer towing ......... 210 Problems with SRS (supplemental Warning display ......211 restraint system) ......
  • Page 19 ............ 148 Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- tem) Important safety notes ....440 QR code Refueling Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Fuel gauge ........34 Rescue card ........30 Important safety notes ....162 Qualified specialist workshop ... 29 Refueling process ......163 Refueling process (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) ......
  • Page 20 Index Reversing feature Seats Panorama sliding sunroof ....96 Adjusting (electrically) ....102 Roller sunblinds ....... 97 Adjusting the head restraint ..102 Side windows ........91 Cleaning the cover ......367 Sliding sunroof ......... 96 Correct driver's seat position ..100 Tailgate ..........
  • Page 21 Index Side marker lamp (display mes- Speedometer sage) ........... 294 Digital ..........267 Side windows In the Instrument cluster ....34 Segments ........263 Cleaning ......... 364 Selecting the display unit ....274 Convenience closing feature .... 92 Standing lamps Convenience opening feature ..
  • Page 22 Index Temperature Summer tires ........389 Coolant (display in the instrument Sun visor ..........340 cluster) .......... 264 Suspension setting Coolant (on-board computer, AMG adaptive sport suspension Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....277 system ........... 209 Coolant (on-board computer) ..273 Suspension settings Engine oil (on-board computer, SETUP (on-board computer) ..
  • Page 23 Index Average weight of the vehicle Replacing ........408 occupants (definition) ....406 Service life ........388 Bar (definition) ....... 406 Sidewall (definition) ....... 408 Changing a wheel ......408 Speed rating (definition) ....407 Characteristics ......406 Storing ........... 409 Checking ........
  • Page 24 Index Trunk Power supply ......... 262 Pulling away with a trailer ....149 see Tailgate Turn signals Removing the ball coupling .... 262 Trailer loads ........445 Changing bulbs (front) ....121 Towing away Display message ......292 Important safety guidelines ... 381 Switching on/off ......
  • Page 25 Index Vehicle data ........441 Warranty ..........26 Vehicle battery Washer fluid see Battery (vehicle) Display message ......314 Vehicle data ........441 Wheel and tire combinations Vehicle data (off-road driving) Tires ..........414 Approach/departure angle .... 443 Wheel bolt tightening torque ... 412 Fording depth ........
  • Page 26 Index Winter tires M+S tires ........389 Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 364 Important safety notes ....122 Replacing ........122 Replacing (rear window) ....124 Replacing (windshield) ....122 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........367 Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop ZONE function Switching on/off ......

  • Page 27: Introduction

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...

  • Page 28: Service And Warranty Information

    Introduction systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- tions in the Service and Warranty Information ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- booklet. ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will have been specifically approved for your vehi- replace and repair all factory-installed parts in cle.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its (USA) at the hotline number repair. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or...

  • Page 30: Important Safety Notes

    Introduction Sports Utility Vehicle WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their WARNING software as well as wiring can impair their Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle function and/or the function of other net- may start to skid and roll over in the event of worked components.

  • Page 31: Declarations Of Conformity

    Qualified specialist workshop Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali- RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol- fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may...

  • Page 32: Rescue Card

    Damage to a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of your vehicle that arises from culpable contra- the following addresses.

  • Page 33: Event Data Recorders

    Introduction vehicle reactions and operating conditions in operation, the use of the vehicle in certain sit- special driving situations, e.g. air bag deploy- uations, and the location of the vehicle may be ment, intervention of stability control sys- compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- tems tem.

  • Page 34: Copyright

    Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all liability arising from the extraction of this information by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz personnel.

  • Page 35: Horn

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Adjusts the steering wheel manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Electric parking brake...

  • Page 36: Fuel Gauge

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Tachometer Speedometer segments Coolant temperature Fuel gauge Multifunction display Fuel filler flap location indi- Instrument cluster lighting cator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side. Information on displaying the outside tem- perature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature display"...

  • Page 37: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam headlamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps % Diesel engine: preglow é RBS (Recuperative ® ÷ ESP Brake System) K High-beam headlamps ? Coolant Electric parking brake (red) R Rear fog lamp F (USA only) ! (Canada only)
  • Page 38 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on voice-operated through lists control for navigation or the Voice Control System Confirms a selection Hides display messages Mute Back Adjusts the volume...

  • Page 39: Upper Section

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps separate operating instruc- PASSENGER AIR BAG indica- tions) tor lamp c Seat heating ATA indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å...

  • Page 40: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering Function Page package Touchpad (see the separate Function Page operating instructions) Stowage compartment Back button (see the sepa- rate operating instructions) Cup holder Ashtray Multimedia system control- Cigarette lighter ler (see the separate operat- Socket ing instructions)
  • Page 41 Center console Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package and Function Page Mercedes-AMG vehicles Back button (see the sepa- Function Page rate operating instructions) Stowage compartment Multimedia system control- ler (see the separate operat- Cup holder ing instructions) Ashtray Cigarette lighter g Switches to the favor- Socket ites button (see the separate operating instructions)

  • Page 42: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Eyeglasses compartment reading lamp on/off F Roadside Assistance c Switches the front inte- call button (mbrace system) rior lighting on G SOS button (mbrace u Switches the rear inte- system) rior lighting on or off ï...

  • Page 43: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle q Opens/closes the tail- gate r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat, 6 PLUG-IN HYBRID vehi- exterior mirrors and steering cles: unlocks the fuel filler column (memory function)

  • Page 44: Safety

    Hybrid vehicles Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.

  • Page 45: Vehicle Fire

    Hybrid vehicles Deactivate the hybrid system manually if: If the hybrid drive system has been deactivated due to reasons mentioned above, have it the 6 restraint system warning lamp in the checked at a qualified specialist workshop instrument cluster lights up after an accident before reactivation.

  • Page 46: Recuperative Brake System

    Occupant safety Observe the warning notes on the risk of elec- reduce the forces exerted on the vehicle occu- tric shock ( page 42). pants when an accident occurs. Observe the warning notices about the hood The restraint system includes: page 356).

  • Page 47: Lamps

    Emergency Tensioning Devices or air accommodate a person with disabilities, con- bags, for example. The vehicle's high-voltage tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for electrical system may also not be deactivated details. USA only: for further information con- as intended in the event of an accident. You...

  • Page 48: Introduction

    Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front-passenger The Emergency Tensioning Device does not cor- seat, the front-passenger front air bag must rect an incorrect seat position or the routing of either be deactivated or enabled; see the fol- an incorrectly fastened seat belt.
  • Page 49 When fastening the seat belt, make sure that: always secure the child in a child restraint The seat belt tongue is inserted into the belt system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- buckle that belongs to the seat. cle. The child restraint system must be appro- priate to the age, weight and size of the child The seat belt is tightened across your body.

  • Page 50: Fastening

    Occupant safety The seat belt is not routed over sharp, pointed matically, see "Belt adjustment" or fragile objects. page 48). If these items are on or in your clothing, e.g. If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., stow these items section of the seat belt to tighten the belt in a more suitable location.

  • Page 51: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on and Not all air bags are deployed in an accident. The off in the on-board computer ( page 276). various air bag systems work independently of each other ( page 56). Belt warning for the driver and front There is, however, no system available today that can completely rule out injury or death.

  • Page 52: Front Air Bags

    Occupant safety If a child is traveling in your vehicle, also formed correctly to the doors or door panel- observe the following notes: ing, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the Always secure children under twelve years of function of the sensors being impaired.

  • Page 53: Knee Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.

  • Page 54: Conditions

    Occupant safety restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest Occupant Classification System and the head restraint position accordingly. (OCS) Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function Introduction correctly. Always observe the child restraint sys- tem manufacturer's installation instructions. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) cat- egorizes the person in the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety WARNING WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator If you secure a child in a forward-facing child lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is restraint system on the front-passenger seat disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of and you position the front-passenger seat too an accident and cannot perform its intended close to the dashboard, in the event of an...

  • Page 56: System Self-Test

    Consult an authorized That person could, for example, come into Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the front- passenger seat repaired at an authorized contact with the vehicle's interior, especially Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not install a child restraint system on the front- passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- cation System (OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist work- shop. WARNING Objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system could affect OCS oper- ation.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( page 54). Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety Method of operation Have the vehicle towed to a qualified special- ist workshop in order to have a deployed air During the first stage of a collision, the restraint bag replaced. system control unit evaluates important physi- cal data relating to vehicle deceleration or accel- It is important for your safety and that of your eration, such as: passenger to have deployed air bags replaced...
  • Page 60 Occupant safety the vehicle. This process is pre-emptive in when the vehicle rolls over, if the system nature. Deployment should take place in good determines that deployment can offer addi- time at the start of the collision. tional protection to that provided by the seat belt The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially...

  • Page 61: Dent

    Occupant safety ® ® PRE-SAFE takes the following measures Assist, PRE-SAFE PLUS will not apply the depending on the hazardous situation detected: brakes. the front seat belts are pre-tensioned. Function if the vehicle skids, the side windows and the sliding sunroof are closed. ®...

  • Page 62: Special Seat Belt Retractor

    For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children restraint system has been exposed to direct are generally better protected there.

  • Page 63: Child Restraint System

    Replace child restraint systems which have correct child restraint system from any author- been damaged or subjected to a load in an ized Mercedes-Benz Center. accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- ing systems on the child restraint system...

  • Page 64: Anchors

    Children in the vehicle The securing systems of child restraint systems Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH- are: type (ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged correctly in both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing the seat belt system rings the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings When installing the child restraint system, the Top Tether anchorages make sure that the seat belt for the middle...

  • Page 65: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...

  • Page 66: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle Rearward-facing child restraint system Child-proof locks If it is absolutely necessary to install a rearward- Important safety notes facing child restraint system on the front- passenger seat, always make sure that the WARNING front-passenger front air bag is deactivated. If children are traveling in the vehicle, they Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator could:...

  • Page 67: Rear Doors

    Pets in the vehicle Override feature for the rear side win- WARNING dows If the child restraint system is subjected to direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- dren may burn themselves on these parts, particularly on the metal parts of the child restraint system.

  • Page 68: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Overview of driving safety systems General information In this section, you will find information about ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the following driving safety systems: the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) braking.

  • Page 69: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems Off-road ABS BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist An ABS system specifically suited to off-road terrain is activated automatically once the off- General information road program is activated on: BAS PLUS can help you to minimize the risk of a Vehicles without the Offroad Engineering collision with a vehicle or a pedestrian and package (...
  • Page 70 Driving safety systems darkness Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake. Terminate the pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path intervention in a non-critical driving situation. of the vehicle the camera system no longer recognizes a WARNING pedestrian as a person due to special cloth- BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify peo-...

  • Page 71: Plus

    Driving safety systems Keep the brake pedal depressed until the a vehicle traveling in front on a different line emergency braking situation is over. new vehicles or after a service on the COLLI- ABS prevents the wheels from locking. SION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS system BAS PLUS is deactivated and the brakes func- Observe the notes in the section on breaking- tion as usual again, if:...

  • Page 72: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems The autonomous braking function: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake. gives the driver more time to react to critical driving situations can help the driver to avoid an accident or WARNING reduces the effects of an accident The distance warning function cannot always...

  • Page 73: General Notes

    Driving safety systems been detected as such at least once over the Due to the nature of the system, complicated period of observation. but non-critical driving situations may also cause Adaptive Brake Assist to intervene. Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist reacts to sta- If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a tionary obstacles.

  • Page 74: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems Offroad 4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- ® Characteristics of ESP tem) General information An ETS system specifically suited to off-road If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before terrain is activated automatically once an off- ® beginning the journey, ESP is automatically road program is activated: active.

  • Page 75: Trailer Stabilization

    Driving safety systems ® ® PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available, it is Activate ESP as soon as the situations ® ® described above no longer apply. ESP will also not activated if you brake firmly and ESP intervenes. otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to ®...

  • Page 76: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems ® ® trailer stabilization does not work if ESP ADAPTIVE BRAKE is deactivated or disabled because of a malfunc- ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and tion. offers increased braking comfort. In addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has Crosswind Assist the HOLD function ( page 204) and hill start...
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems ularly when approaching at too high a speed. ® As a result, PRE-SAFE Brake may neither There is a risk of an accident. give warnings nor intervene in all critical sit- uations. There is a risk of an accident. Always apply the brakes yourself and try to take evasive action, provided it is safe to do Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit-...

  • Page 78: Steer Control

    Protection against theft Function ® The braking action of PRE-SAFE Brake is ended automatically if: To activate/deactivate: activate or deacti- you maneuver to avoid the obstacle. ® vate PRE-SAFE Brake in the on-board com- there is no longer any danger of a collision. puter ( page 272).

  • Page 79: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)

    The alarm is switched off. (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or The alarm is switched off.

  • Page 80: Important Safety Notes

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Keep the SmartKey away from strong mag- tion of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 81: Deactivation

    SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks the between the SmartKey and the corresponding following components: door handle must not be greater than 3 ft (1 m). KEYLESS-GO checks whether a valid SmartKey the doors is in the vehicle by periodically establishing a the tailgate radio connection between the vehicle and the the fuel filler flap...

  • Page 82: Start Function

    SmartKey To deactivate: press the & button on the The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- lows: SmartKey twice in rapid succession. The battery check lamp of the SmartKey To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner flashes twice briefly and lights up once, then surface of the door handle on the driver's KEYLESS-GO is deactivated ( page 81).

  • Page 83: Checking

    80). lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- tery compartment cover : opens.
  • Page 84 SmartKey Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants.
  • Page 85 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 81) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.

  • Page 86: Important Safety Notes

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 377).
  • Page 87 Doors To unlock: press button :. Unlocking and opening doors from To lock: press button ;. the inside If the front-passenger door is closed, the vehi- You can open a door from inside the vehicle cle locks. even if it has been locked. You can only open the Meanwhile, the fuel filler flap will not be locked rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not or unlocked.

  • Page 88: Power Closing

    Doors You could therefore be locked out if: If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm sys- the vehicle is being pushed. tem will be triggered. Switch off the alarm the vehicle is being towed. page 77).

  • Page 89: Tailgate

    Cargo compartment open and close the tailgate automatically Cargo compartment from inside Important safety notes unlock the tailgate from inside with the emer- gency release WARNING limit the opening angle of the tailgate Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate Tailgate reversing feature is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes...

  • Page 90: Opening And Closing

    Cargo compartment Opening and closing manually from Opening/closing automatically from outside outside Opening Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the tailgate. More- over, people, e.g. children, may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process.

  • Page 91: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Inside)

    Cargo compartment Opening the tailgate automatically If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the cargo compartment, the tailgate will not lock. You can open the tailgate automatically with the SmartKey or the handle in the tailgate. Press and hold the F button on the Smart- Opening/closing automatically from Key until the tailgate opens.

  • Page 92: Tailgate

    Cargo compartment the tailgate or pull the handle on the outside Notes on the automatic reversing feature for of the tailgate again. the tailgate ( page 87). To save the position: press and hold the closing button in the tailgate until two short Opening and closing tones sound.

  • Page 93: Side Windows

    Side windows Open the tailgate. WARNING Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey The reversing feature does not react: page 81). to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- gers Side windows over the last 1/6 in(4 mm) of the closing movement Important safety notes during resetting...

  • Page 94: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Convenience opening To open fully: press the switch beyond the point of resistance and release it. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip Automatic operation is started. of the SmartKey at the door handle on the To close manually: pull the corresponding driver's door.

  • Page 95: Resetting

    Side windows Using KEYLESS-GO Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Release the sensor surfaces on the exterior door handle to interrupt the closing proce- dure. To open, pull the same door handle immedi- ately and hold it firmly. The door windows and the sliding sunroof will open for as long as the door handle is held but the door is not opened.
  • Page 96 Side windows set correctly. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above.

  • Page 97: Section Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 98: Reversing Feature

    Sliding sunroof Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of If somebody becomes trapped: snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may release the switch immediately, or occur. press the switch in any direction during the Do not allow anything to protrude from the sliding sunroof.

  • Page 99: Operating

    Sliding sunroof Resetting The automatic raising feature is available only when the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened panel is closed. or closed fully after resetting, contact a quali- fied specialist workshop. Operating the roller sunblinds for the Reset the sliding sunroof if it does not move smoothly.
  • Page 100 Sliding sunroof the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding If somebody becomes trapped: panel is fully closed. release the switch immediately, or Keep the 2 switch pulled for an additional second. press the switch in any direction during the automatic closing process Pull the 2 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until The closing process is stopped.
  • Page 101 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel. In the following section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to both sliding sunroof variants. WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.

  • Page 102: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Correct driver's seat position When adjusting the seat, make sure that: Useful information you are as far away from the driver's air bag as possible This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of you are sitting in a normal upright position your vehicle available at the time of publica- you can fasten the seat belt properly tion of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 103: Important Safety Notes

    Seats Seats WARNING If the head restraints are not installed or not Important safety notes adjusted correctly, they cannot provide pro- tection as intended. There is an increased risk WARNING of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the Children could become trapped if they adjust event of an accident or when braking.

  • Page 104: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats ing the seats back. There is a risk that the Adjusting the head restraints seats and/or the objects could be damaged. Important safety notes It is not possible to remove the head restraints from the front seats. The rear-com- WARNING partment head restraints, however, can be You could lose control of your vehicle if you do...

  • Page 105: Head Restraints Adjusting

    Seats Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraints electri- cally Adjusting the head restraint height To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for the head restraint adjustment page 102) up or down in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 106: Adjusting The Multicontour Seat

    Seats Once the head restraint is fully lowered, press Pull the left or right release lever ; upwards release catch :. in the direction of the arrow until relevant backrest : is fully released. To raise: pull the head restraint up to the Pull backrest : forwards in the direction of desired position.
  • Page 107 Seats Therefore, do not switch the seat heating on repeatedly. Driver's and front-passenger seat Rear seats The three red indicator lamps in the button indi- cate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes.

  • Page 108: Seat Heating Problem

    Seats Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- switched off prematurely ers are switched on. or cannot be switched Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting.

  • Page 109: Seat Ventilation Problem

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- switched off prematurely ers are switched on. or cannot be switched Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting.

  • Page 110: Steering Wheel Heating

    Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- cally Adjusts the steering wheel height Adjusts the steering wheel position (fore- and-aft adjustment) The steering wheel can also be adjusted when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock. Further related subjects: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 109) Storing settings (...
  • Page 111 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ing has switched off pre- ers are switched on. maturely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the switched on.

  • Page 112: Overview

    Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature WARNING The exterior mirror on the front-passenger If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is trig- gered in an accident, the steering column will side reduces the size of the image. Visible move upwards when the driver's door is opened. objects are actually closer than they appear.

  • Page 113: Setting

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Exterior mirror pushed out of position electrically If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Vehicles without electrically folding exte- rior mirrors: move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually.

  • Page 114: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on Engage reverse gear. the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare The exterior mirror on the front-passenger mode if the following conditions are met simul- side moves to the preset parking position. taneously: Use adjustment button = to adjust the exte- rior mirror to a position that allows you to see...

  • Page 115: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function Storing settings WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle as a result of the adjustments being made. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.

  • Page 116: Automatic Headlamp Mode

    Automatic headlamp mode General notes à is the favored light switch setting. The light For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- setting is automatically selected according to mends that you drive with the lights switched on the brightness of the ambient light (exception: even during the daytime.

  • Page 117: Low-Beam Headlamps

    Exterior lighting The daytime running lamps improve the visibility Press the R button. of your vehicle during the day. The daytime run- The yellow R indicator lamp in the instru- ning lamps function is required by law in Can- ment cluster lights up. ada.

  • Page 118: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting matically controls activation and deactivation of Combination switch the high-beam headlamps ( page 117). Turn signal High-beam flasher To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the igni- tion lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =.

  • Page 119: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting Cornering light function Adaptive Highbeam Assist General notes The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better visi- bility in tight bends, for example. It can only be activated when the low-beam headlamps are switched on.

  • Page 120: Overview

    Interior lighting cator lamp in the multifunction display activated regardless. There is a risk of an acci- remains lit. dent. To switch off: move the combination switch Always carefully observe the traffic conditions back to its normal position or move the light and switch off the high-beam headlamps in switch to another position.

  • Page 121: Crash-Responsive Emergency Light Ing

    Changing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) except when the SmartKey is in position 2 in the Replacing bulbs (vehicles with LED ignition lock. headlamps) The color and brightness for the ambient lighting may be set via the multimedia system (see the The front and rear light clusters of your vehicle separate operating instructions).

  • Page 122: Low-Beam Headlamps

    Changing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con- Slide cover : up and remove it. sult a qualified specialist workshop. To install: insert cover : again and slide it If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a down until it engages.

  • Page 123: Single Wipe

    Windshield wipers Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and lected on the windshield can scratch the glass remove it. if wiping takes place when the windshield is dry. Pull lever = upwards (headlamps on the left in the direction of travel) or push it down- If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wards (headlamps on the right in the direction wipers in dry weather conditions, always use...

  • Page 124: Rear Window Wiper

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Changing the windshield wiper blades...
  • Page 125 Windshield wipers Removing the wiper blades Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 145). Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. As soon as the wiper arms are vertical to the Fold the wiper arm away from the windshield. hood, turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock ( page 145).
  • Page 126 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Installing a wiper blade Place new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages. Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated cor- rectly.
  • Page 127 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.

  • Page 128: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Useful information The integrated filter filters out most parti- cles of dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous pollutants This Operator's Manual describes all models and odors. A clogged filter reduces the and all standard and optional equipment of amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior.

  • Page 129: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 134) Defrosts the windshield ( page 136) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 136) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 132)
  • Page 130 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 134) Defrosts the windshield ( page 136) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 136) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 132) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 131 Overview of climate control systems Directs the airflow through the footwell vents Switches the seat heating on the left-hand side on/off Optimum use of dual-zone climate control The following contains notes and recommenda- tions on optimum use of dual-zone climate con- trol.

  • Page 132: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 134) Defrosts the windshield ( page 136) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 136) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 132)
  • Page 133 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 134) Defrosts the windshield ( page 136) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 138) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 132) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 137)

  • Page 134: Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control systems Optimum use of 3-zone automatic cli- Operating the climate control sys- mate control tems The following contains instructions and recom- Activating/deactivating climate con- mendations to enable you to get the most out of trol your 3-zone automatic climate control. Activate climate control using the Ã...

  • Page 135: Switching On/Off

    Operating the climate control systems Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc- tion. Switching on/off To activate: press the ¿ or Á button. The indicator lamp in the ¿...

  • Page 136: Air Flow

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- ¿ or Á button function. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 137: Setting The Air Distribution

    Operating the climate control systems 3-zone automatic climate control Setting the air distribution Air distribution settings Front control panel P Directs the airflow through the center vents O Directs air through the footwell air vents S Directs the airflow through the center and footwell vents ¯...

  • Page 138: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems air distribution to the windshield and front You can use 3-zone automatic climate con- side windows trol to set the airflow in the rear compartment separately. air-recirculation mode off To deactivate: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬...

  • Page 139: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Defrosting the windows Windows fogged up on the inside Activate the ¿ or Á cooling with air dehumidification function. Activate automatic mode Ã. If the windows continue to fog up, activate the "windshield defrosting" function page 136).

  • Page 140: Ionization

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.

  • Page 141: Pre-Entry Climate Control Via Smart-Key

    Operating the climate control systems The ionization of the interior air is odorless and The climate control functions are activated for cannot be perceived directly in the vehicle inte- up to 5 minutes for pre-heating and pre-cooling. rior. To deactivate "Pre-entry climate control via You can switch ionization on and off via the mul- SmartKey": "Pre-entry climate control via timedia system (see the separate operating...

  • Page 142: Pre-Entry Climate Control At Departure Time

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with "Pre-entry climate control via SmartKey" Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions "Pre-entry climate con- The condition of charge of the high-voltage battery is under the speci- trol via SmartKey" can- fied minimum condition of charge. not be switched on or Start the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.

  • Page 143: Important Safety Notes

    Setting the air vents Setting the departure time You can set the departure time using the on- board computer or via the online access to the vehicle. The activation of the "Pre-entry climate control at departure time" function can be linked to this departure time.

  • Page 144: Rear

    Setting the air vents Setting the center air vents Air vent control Air vent Center air vent, left When the climate control system is activated, Center air vent, right the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to Center vent thumbwheel, right cool its contents.
  • Page 145 Setting the air vents Setting the B-pillar air vent B-pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent To open or close: turn thumbwheel ; to the left or right.

  • Page 146: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehi Cle

    Driving Additional breaking-in notes for Mercedes-AMG Useful information vehicles: Do not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h) This Operator's Manual describes all models for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km). and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Only allow the engine to reach a maximum tion of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 147: Smartkey

    Driving SmartKey positions WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, SmartKey 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.

  • Page 148: Keyless-Go

    Driving KEYLESS-GO If you lock the vehicle centrally using the button on the front door ( page 85), you can continue to start the engine with the Start/Stop button. General notes The engine can be switched off while the vehicle Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with a is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/ SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS-GO...

  • Page 149: Starting The Engine

    Driving Removing the Start/Stop button WARNING You can remove the Start/Stop button from the Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust ignition lock and start the vehicle as normal gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling using the SmartKey. these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There It is only possible to switch between KEYLESS- is a risk of fatal injury.

  • Page 150: Pulling Away

    Driving the panic alarm is not activated Vehicles with a diesel engine: you can start the engine without preglow if the engine the hazard warning lamps are switched off is warm. the hood is closed. the doors are closed and locked Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine the windows and sliding sunroof are closed Also make sure that:...

  • Page 151: Important Safety Notes

    Driving It is only possible to shift the transmission from gives you enough time to move your foot from position P to the desired position if you depress the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and to depress it before the vehicle begins to roll. the brake pedal.

  • Page 152: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving General notes starts automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles): automatic engine switch-off can take place a maximum of four times in a row (initial stop, then three subsequent stops). Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the number of con- secutive automatic engine switch-offs is unlimi- ted.
  • Page 153 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as start/stop function the result of a malfunction. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) To deactivate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ;...

  • Page 154: Dynamic Select Controller

    DYNAMIC SELECT controller Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again: Turn the SmartKey back to position 0 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 155: Individual Settings

    DYNAMIC SELECT controller Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to change Off-road Optimal driving characteris- the drive program. Depending on the drive pro- tics for easily negotiable off- gram selected the following vehicle character- road terrain istics will change: Offroad Plus Optimal driving characteris- the drive (engine and transmission manage- (vehicles with...

  • Page 156: Direct Select Lever

    Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Sport Plus Particularly sporty driving characteristics Overview of transmission positions Slippery Optimal driving characteris- tics on slippery or snow- covered roads Additional information for drive programs page 158). Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING Park position with parking lock If the engine speed is above the idling speed Reverse gear and you engage transmission position D or R,...

  • Page 157: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission Engaging park position P If the transmission is in position D or N: push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle point of resistance. is moving, do not shift the automatic trans- If the transmission is in position P: depress mission directly from D to R, from R to D or the brake pedal and push the DIRECT SELECT...

  • Page 158: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission If you want the automatic transmission to Transmission positions remain in neutral N, e.g. when having the vehicle cleaned in an automatic car wash with a towing Park position system: Only shift the transmission into posi- Using the SmartKey: tion P when the vehicle is stationary page 178).

  • Page 159: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Kickdown Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the matic transmission could be dam- pressure point. aged. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower No power is transmitted from the gear depending on the engine speed.

  • Page 160: Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Towing a trailer you use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the transmission position ( page 154). Drive in the middle of the engine speed range use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to on uphill gradients. change the drive program ( page 152).

  • Page 161: Manual Shifting

    Automatic transmission Drive program Sport Plus (Mercedes- To use manual shifting, you have two options: AMG vehicles) temporary setting permanent setting The Sport Plus drive program has the following If you activate manual gearshifting, the multi- characteristics: function display will show the current gear the vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driving instead of transmission position D.

  • Page 162: Shifting Gears

    Automatic transmission Permanent setting (all vehicles except Shifting gears Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the automatic transmission does not shift up automatically even when the engine limiting speed for the current gear is reached. When the engine lim- iting speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving.

  • Page 163: Shift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission Shift recommendation For maximum acceleration, depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Shift back up once the desired speed is reached. During kickdown, you cannot shift gears using the steering wheel paddle shifters.

  • Page 164: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 7G-TRONIC: The transmission is in emergency mode. The acceleration ability It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.

  • Page 165: Refueling Process

    Refueling Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a You must avoid fire, open flames, creating diesel engine. Do not switch on the ignition if sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel. and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel system.
  • Page 166 Refueling The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is 8 in the instrument cluster. The arrow next designed for refueling at diesel filling pumps. to the filling pump indicates the side of the vehi- cle.
  • Page 167 Refueling For further information on warning and indi- cator lamps in the instrument cluster, see page 325). To open the fuel filler flap To insert the fuel filler cap Instruction label for fuel type to be refueled Tire pressure table Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :.
  • Page 168 Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 169: Adding

    Change out of clothing contaminated with DEF between maintenance intervals. You can DEF immediately. obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact Only use DEF in accordance with Roadside Assistance ( page 27). ISO 22241. Do not mix any additives with If the outside temperature is below 12 ‡...
  • Page 170 Reseal DEF refill canister ; with the cap. DEF refill canisters can be obtained at many gas stations or at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF refill canisters are often sold with a filler hose. A filler hose that does not exactly fit...
  • Page 171 Closing the DEF filler cap the vehicle's DEF tank offers no protection against overfilling. DEF may leak if overfilled. Mercedes-Benz offers a special disposable hose with overfill protection. You can obtain this from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF is available in a variety of containers and recepta- cles.

  • Page 172: Method Of Operation

    Charging the high-voltage battery WARNING DANGER In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal pres- Connecting the charging cable to the vehicle sure of the high-voltage battery can exceed a via an incorrectly installed wallbox or by critical value. In this case flammable gas means of adapters, extension cables or simi- escapes through a ventilation valve on the lar could cause a fire or an electric shock.

  • Page 173: Energy Consumption

    Charging the high-voltage battery Notes on battery care energy and stored in the high-voltage battery. Information on overrun mode ( page 253). Avoid storing or transporting the vehicle at The high-voltage battery can be charged as fol- excessively high or low temperatures over a long lows: period.

  • Page 174: Controls

    Charging the high-voltage battery If the charging cable or charging cable connec- If you use the supplied 12 A charging cable tor become too hot, have the mains power sup- to charge a high-voltage battery: ply checked. the charge time increases considerably electrical consumption increases consider- Protection device against overvoltage ably...

  • Page 175: Indicator Lamp

    Charging the high-voltage battery maximum permitted charge current, select the Display ; next lowest available value. Lights up There are no malfunctions. Only set the maximum permitted charge current green The high-voltage battery can in the on-board computer menu if: be charged.

  • Page 176: Removing

    Charging the high-voltage battery Press fastener ; to the left. Indicator Socket cap = is open. lamp Insert the power supply plug into the electri- Lights up A charging break for the high- cal outlet to the stop. orange voltage battery is taking Insert the charging cable connector into vehi- place.

  • Page 177: General Notes

    Charging the high-voltage battery The high-voltage battery is being charged. Charging the high-voltage battery from the wallbox If the charging cable is plugged in to the vehicle, you cannot start the engine or move the vehicle. General notes When the charging process begins, you can view the charging prediction in the Settings menu...

  • Page 178: Problems With The Charging Proc Ess

    Charging the high-voltage battery Problems with the charging process Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The charge socket flap The charge socket flap is not unlocked. cannot be opened. Unlock the vehicle ( page 78). If the SmartKey battery is discharged: Unlock the driver's door using the mechanical key ( page 80).

  • Page 179: General Information

    If the snap fastener on the charging cable connector is locked: Press and hold the button on the charging cable connector and try to release the lock. Please call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assis- Online access to the vehicle tance Center (USA) at the hotline number...

  • Page 180: Functions

    Parking Every person who has access to the informa- Parking tion stated can use the functions of the online access to the vehicle. Important safety notes Information when selling a vehicle or WARNING buying a used vehicle: Flammable material such as leaves, grass or If you sell your vehicle, you are obliged to twigs may ignite if they come into contact with delete the vehicle from your personal area...

  • Page 181: Parking Brake

    Parking If you switch the engine off with the transmis- Switching off the engine sion in position R or D, the automatic transmis- Important safety notes sion shifts to N automatically. If you then open the driver's or front-passenger WARNING door, the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically.
  • Page 182 Parking The function of the electric parking brake is To ensure that you do not roll backwards when dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- pulling away on an uphill slope, engage the elec- board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in tric parking brake ( page 149).

  • Page 183: General

    Driving tips If your seat belt is not fastened, the following If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six conditions must be fulfilled to automatically weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a release the electric parking brake: result of lack of use.

  • Page 184: Drinking And Driving

    Driving tips Drive sensibly – save fuel work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- Observe the following tips to save fuel: mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...

  • Page 185: Important Safety Notes

    Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with In addition to driving style, the actual consump- an inner and outer area. The sections corre- tion is affected by other factors, such as: spond to the following three categories: load tire pressure Acceleration (evaluation of all accel-...

  • Page 186: Maintenance

    Brake occasionally to remove any possible Mercedes-Benz warranty. salt residue. Make sure that you do not Do not depress the brake pedal continuously endanger other road users when doing so.

  • Page 187: High-Performance Brake System

    Brake avoid ruts. fluid which has not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an avoid sudden steering movements. equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's brake carefully. operating safety.

  • Page 188: Important Safety Notes

    Driving tips Shift to a lower gear using the left-hand steer- Drive particularly carefully on slippery road sur- ing wheel paddle shifter. faces. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and braking maneuvers. Do not use the cruise con- Avoid high engine speeds. trol or DISTRONIC PLUS.

  • Page 189: Off-Road Driving

    Driving tips into the brakes. This could result in a reduced WARNING braking effect or in total brake failure and also in Flammable material such as leaves, grass or increased wear and tear. The braking charac- twigs may ignite if they come into contact with teristics change depending on the material hot parts of the exhaust system.

  • Page 190: Checklist After Driving Off-Road

    Driving tips Observe the following notes: Engine oil level: check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. Stop the vehicle before starting to drive along When driving on steep gradients, the engine an off-road route. If necessary, select the off- oil level must be sufficiently high to ensure a road program ( page 237) or shift to the...

  • Page 191: Driving On Sand

    Driving tips Tire ruts and gravel roads Clean the wheels, wheel housings and the vehicle underside with a water jet; check for Check that the ruts are not too deep and any foreign objects and damage. that your vehicle has sufficient clearance. Check whether twigs or other parts of plants Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or have become trapped.

  • Page 192: Approach/Departure Angle

    Driving tips Observe the following rules when driving over Avoid high engine speeds. Drive at appropri- tree stumps, large stones and other obstacles: ate engine speeds (maximum 3,000 rpm). Use the left-hand steering wheel paddle Select the Offroad drive program (vehicles shifter to shift into a lower gear in good time with Off-Road Engineering package) on long and steep downhill gradients.

  • Page 193: Activation Conditions

    With these intelligent co-ordi- nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- Cruise control lever stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all elements of active and passive safety in one well thought out system –...

  • Page 194: Storing

    Driving systems Storing, maintaining and calling up a the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the pressure point. speed Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ; the last speed stored is Storing and maintaining a speed increased or reduced.

  • Page 195: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems trol Off message in the multifunction display Any unauthorized modification to this device for approximately five seconds. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. When you switch off the engine, the last speed stored is cleared. Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 196: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems This speed may: WARNING be too high if you are driving in a filter lane or DISTRONIC PLUS brakes your vehicle with up an exit lane to 50% of the maximum possible deceleration. be so high when driving in the right-hand lane If this braking force is insufficient, DISTRONIC that you overtake vehicles in the left-hand PLUS warns you visually and audibly.
  • Page 197 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS the Offroad Plus drive program must be deac- tivated (vehicles with the Off-Road Engineer- ing package). Pulling away and driving DSR must be deactivated. If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC the vehicle must not skid. PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal.

  • Page 198: Stopping

    Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle When you change lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS automatically if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated monitors the left lane on left-hand-drive vehi- when the vehicle is stationary and: cles or the right lane on right-hand-drive vehi- cles.

  • Page 199: Deactivating

    Driving systems tion, you can set the minimum distance that DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated DISTRONIC PLUS keeps to the vehicle in front, dependent on vehicle speed. You can see this you engage the electric parking brake or if the distance in the multifunction display vehicle is automatically secured with the elec- page 198).

  • Page 200: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Assistance graphic display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations: cornering, going into and coming out of a bend vehicles traveling on a different line other vehicles changing lanes narrow vehicles obstructions and stationary vehicles...

  • Page 201: Distronic Plus With Steering Assist And Stop&Go Pilot

    Driving systems Other vehicles changing lanes cle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these. Crossing vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehicle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect vehi- Narrow vehicles cles that are crossing your lane.
  • Page 202 Driving systems ings (left and right), and only on the vehicle in the lane markings are worn away, dark or cov- front if lane markings are missing. ered up, e.g. by dirt or snow Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot do not pro- the distance to the vehicle in front is too small vide any support if these conditions do not exist.

  • Page 203: Level Control (Vehicle With The Off Road Engineering Package)

    Driving systems Information in the multifunction display only lowered when the doors are closed. Low- ering is interrupted if a door is opened, and it continues once the door has been closed. Further information about "Driving off-road" page 186). WARNING When the vehicle is being lowered, people could become trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle body and the wheels or...

  • Page 204: Basic Settings

    Driving systems Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll- over 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. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig- nificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Setting the vehicle to normal level: Start the engine. Press selector wheel :. Selector wheel : extends. To lower the vehicle: turn selector wheel : counter-clockwise ?. The vehicle is lowered. If one or more indicator lamps = are on: Turn selector wheel : counter-clockwise ? until all indicator lamps = that are lit start to flash.

  • Page 206: Hold Function

    Driving systems shown in red in the multifunction display: Low‐ Do not use the HOLD function when driving ering Max. speed 12 mph (20 km/h). off-road, on steep uphill or downhill gradients or on slippery or loose surfaces. The HOLD You cannot clear these messages.

  • Page 207: Airmatic Package

    Driving systems Activating the HOLD function On steep uphill or downhill inclines or if there is a malfunction, the transmission may also be automatically shifted into position P. AIRMATIC package General notes AIRMATIC is an air suspension with variable Make sure that the activation conditions are damping for improved driving comfort.
  • Page 208 Driving systems Select the Comfort drive program using Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or DYNAMIC SELECT controller :. in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches The vehicle is adjusted to normal level. when the vehicle is being lowered. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles): in the Comfort drive program, the vehicle If you unlock the vehicle or open a door, the...

  • Page 209: Active Curve System

    Driving systems Vehicle level Selecting Sport Plus tuning (Mercedes- AMG vehicles) Important safety notes WARNING When the vehicle is being lowered, people could become trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle body and the wheels or underneath the vehicle. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 210 Driving systems Failure to operate this vehicle safely may Setting the raised vehicle level result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig- nificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

  • Page 211: System

    Driving systems Setting the normal vehicle level The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: Make sure that there is enough ground your driving style, e.g. sporty clearance when the vehicle is being lowered. It could otherwise hit the ground, damaging the road surface condition, e.g.

  • Page 212: Parktronic

    Driving systems AMG Suspension System SPORT + mes- Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow sage appears in the multifunction display. hitch is not required. PARKTRONIC measures the minimum detection range to an obstacle In "Sport +" mode, the vehicle is lowered by from the bumper, not the ball coupling.

  • Page 213: Warning Display

    Driving systems Warning displays Range Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the center air vents.

  • Page 214: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp : is on then PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Active Parking Assist is then also deactivated. PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 215: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.

  • Page 216: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 211) warning messages during the two parking spaces are located directly next parking procedure.

  • Page 217: Parking

    Driving systems right angles to the direction of travel. You will Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym- need to judge whether your vehicle will fit into bol shows the desired parking space in the the parking space. instrument cluster. Shift the transmission to position R.

  • Page 218: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems kept stationary without the driver having to Start the engine. depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is Release the electric parking brake. canceled when you depress the accelerator Switch on the turn signal in the direction you pedal.

  • Page 219: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems Canceling Active Parking Assist vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem. Stop the movement of the multifunction The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a steering wheel or steer yourself. mirror image, as in the rear view mirror. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once.

  • Page 220: Display In The Multimedia System

    Driving systems The flap closes again when: you have finished the maneuvering process you switch off the engine you open the cargo compartment Observe the notes on cleaning ( page 365). For technical reasons, the flap may remain open briefly after the rear view camera has been deactivated.
  • Page 221 Driving systems Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 218). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.
  • Page 222 Driving systems Yellow guide line for the vehicle width Red guide line at a distance of approximately including the exterior mirrors, for current 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle steering wheel angle (dynamic) White guide line without turning the steering wheel Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in End of parking space...
  • Page 223 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC 360° camera is active General notes yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is present in close range of the vehicle The 360° camera is a system consisting of four red line: an object is present in the immediate cameras.

  • Page 224: Display In The Multimedia System

    Driving systems Activating the 360° camera using if the camera lenses are dirty or covered reverse gear if the vehicle components in which the cam- eras are installed are damaged. In this event, The 360° camera images can be automatically have the camera position and setting checked displayed by engaging reverse gear.
  • Page 225 Driving systems Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation.

  • Page 226: Attention Assist

    Driving systems You can also select the camera setting in the Red guide line at a distance of approximately exterior mirrors for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the 180°...
  • Page 227 Driving systems Important safety notes Select the Assistance display for ATTENTION ASSIST using the on-board computer ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It page 271). might not always recognize fatigue or increasing The following information is displayed: inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all.

  • Page 228: Traffic Sign Assist

    Driving systems On long journeys, take regular breaks in good Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all coun- time to allow yourself to rest. If you do not take tries. In this case, symbol : is shown in the a break, you will be warned again after assistance graphic display ( page 271).

  • Page 229: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Speed limits in wet conditions General notes Blind Spot Assist monitors the areas on either side of the vehicle that are not visible to the driver with two lateral, rear-facing radar sen- sors. A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area.

  • Page 230: Collision Warning

    Driving systems cycle racks or overhanging loads. Following a Warning display severe impact or in the event of damage to the Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below bumpers, have the function of the radar sensors approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 231: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Switching on Blind Spot Assist A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you by means of Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activated intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for in the on-board computer ( page 272).

  • Page 232: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems there are no, several or unclear lane markings The warning vibration occurs earlier if: for a lane, e.g. in areas with road construction you approach the outer lane marking on a work bend. the lane markings are worn away, dark or cov- the road has very wide lanes, e.g.

  • Page 233: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- Always make sure that there is sufficient dis- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- tance on the side for other traffic or obstacles. uations. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the traffic conditions care- fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance.

  • Page 234: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Indicator and warning display Course-correcting brake application If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a lat- eral collision in the monitoring range, a course- correcting brake application is carried out. This is meant to assist you in avoiding a collision. WARNING A course-correcting brake application cannot always prevent a collision.

  • Page 235: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in ® a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP front of your vehicle by means of multifunction ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. camera : at the top of the windshield. Various ® is switched off.
  • Page 236 Driving systems The system may be impaired or may not function Lane-correcting brake application WARNING there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufficient A lane-correcting brake application cannot illumination of the road, or due to snow, rain, always bring the vehicle back into the original fog or spray lane.

  • Page 237: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems In the case of a broken lane marking being Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist detected, a lane-correcting brake application Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using can only be made if a vehicle has been detected the on-board computer; to do so, select in the adjacent lane.
  • Page 238 Driving systems the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle If you fail to adapt your driving style, DSR can speed, for braking in good time and for staying in neither reduce the risk of accident nor override your lane. the laws of physics.

  • Page 239: Off-Road Programs (Vehicles With Off-Road Engineering Package)

    Driving systems DSR switches off automatically if you drive be depressed much further in order to acceler- faster than 28 mph (Canada: 45 km/h). The ate. Ã DSR symbol appears in the multifunction You can select the Offroad drive program at display with the message.

  • Page 240: Off-Road Drive Program

    Driving systems ing characteristics of the automatic transmis- Selecting the Offroad program ® sion are adapted for this purpose. ABS, ESP To select a drive program: turn DYNAMIC and 4ETS programs especially adapted to off- SELECT controller : until indicator lamp ; road driving are activated.

  • Page 241: Off-Road Gear

    Driving systems You can select the Offroad Plus drive program at General notes speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). The Offroad Plus drive program automatically switches to the Offroad drive program if you drive faster than 30 mph (45 km/h). The Drive more slowly message appears in the multi-...
  • Page 242 Driving systems From HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE if: the engine is running. the transmission is in position N you are driving at a speed below 40 km/h Press LOW RANGE button :. Indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 243 Driving systems Messages in the multifunction display If a gear change process has not been successful, the following messages may be displayed in the multifunction display: Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions LOW RANGE Max. You have been driving faster than 24 mph (40 km/h). Additionally, the Speed 24 mph indicator lamp on the button in the center console is flashing.

  • Page 244: General Notes

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation electrical system. In this way the hybrid drive Level control system helps to reduce your vehicle's fuel con- Compass with angle scale sumption. Activating the driving dynamics display Observe the driving tips on plug-in hybrid oper- ation ( page 252).
  • Page 245 PLUG-IN HYBRID operation The volume depends on the engine speed. The faster you accelerate, the louder the sound is. At a speed of over 20 mph (30 km/h) the sound is switched off. Above this speed, the natural sounds from the vehicle are sufficient that it can be heard in good time by other road users.
  • Page 246 PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Hybrid system overview Battery charger and voltage converter Vehicle socket Power electronics 12 V battery High-voltage electrical system cables Transmission with electric motor High-voltage battery Electric heater Recuperative Brake System Electric refrigerant compressor You can switch off the hybrid drive system manually. For further information on the high-voltage switch-off device, see ( page 42).

  • Page 247: Instrument Cluster

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Instrument cluster Electrical range Recuperative Brake System warning lamp ( page 318) Electric motor performance display ( page 245) Driving mode display ( page 246) Driving with the electric motor: when the Displays and operation needle reaches limit ; the combustion Electric motor performance display engine is switched on.

  • Page 248: Operating Mode

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Selecting the operating mode HYBRID Electric mode or driving with the internal combus- tion engine is possible Automatic selection of drive mode with electric mode as often as possi- The high-voltage battery is discharged to approx- imately 15%. To subsequently main- tain the condition of charge of the high-volt-...

  • Page 249: Battery

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Energy flow display If manual gearshifting is deactivated, the auto- matic transmission shifts: Overview into the drive program that was last selected, into the driving mode that was last selected If you change the drive program, the operating mode that was last selected is stored for approx- imately 60 seconds.
  • Page 250 PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Engine running while vehicle is stationary The arrows for the energy flow are shown in white. Driving using the engine plus boost mode The combustion engine is running while the vehicle is stationary. The high-voltage battery is not being charged.

  • Page 251: Charging The High-Voltage Battery

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Driving using the internal combustion Electric operation mode engine and charging the high-voltage bat- tery The electric motor powers the vehicle. The high- voltage battery supplies energy to the electric motor. The engine powers the vehicle. The engine also The arrows for the energy flow are shown in powers the electric motor.

  • Page 252: Fuel Consumption

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Displaying fuel consumption and gen- Charging the high-voltage battery when erated electricity stationary Fuel consumption The engine and electric motor are switched off. Electrical energy generated The arrows for the energy flow are not shown. Further information on charging the high-volt- Every bar of the graph displays the average age battery via: value for one minute.

  • Page 253: Plug-In Hybrid Operation

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Switch on the ignition. Depress the brake pedal. Observe the notes on starting the engine page 147). Turn DYNAMIC SELECT controller : as many Start the vehicle ( page 147). times as necessary until the desired drive The vehicle is operational when READY indi- program is selected.

  • Page 254: Driving Tips

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Activating when driving with the electric motor: When accelerating rapidly under increased or full load, increased boost mode is utilized. The Pull the left or right steering wheel paddle electric motor supports the combustion engine shifter ( page 159).

  • Page 255: Plug-In Hybrid Operation

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Highway driving the climate control of the vehicle requires it the high-voltage battery is being charged When driving on a highway, switching off the page 248) combustion engine has a particularly positive effect on fuel consumption and emissions. Automatic engine start If the driver removes his/her foot from the The automatically switched-off internal combus-...

  • Page 256: Parking

    PLUG-IN HYBRID operation The condition of charge of the high-voltage bat- tery is thus systematically controlled. In addi- tion, the control function takes into account that: the fuel saving through the use of electrical energy can vary, dependent on the route (e.g. urban, interurban or highway) the use of electrical energy is held available for electric driving, particularly for urban...
  • Page 257 PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Problems with PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Internal combustion engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot start the For example, self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid drive internal combustion system is malfunctioning. engine. The multifunc- Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.

  • Page 258: Important Safety Notes

    Towing a trailer Hybrid drive system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hybrid drive system You have been in an accident. has been switched off The hybrid drive system remains switched off if: automatically. the internal combustion engine cannot be restarted after a few seconds.

  • Page 259: Towing A Trailer

    Observe the legally pre- scribed maximum speed in the relevant country. General notes For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- mum permissible rear axle load is increased The GLE 550 e 4MATIC cannot be used to tow a when towing a trailer.

  • Page 260: Installing The Ball Coupling

    Towing a trailer tem and prevents the brakes from overheating WARNING and wearing too quickly. If you need additional If the ball coupling is not installed and secured braking, depress the brake pedal repeatedly correctly the trailer may come loose. There is rather than continuously.

  • Page 261: Trailer Towing

    Towing a trailer Secure the bolt using spring cotter B. Insert the ball coupling horizontally into ball coupling recess ; in the direction of the Check the ball coupling, bolt and spring cotter arrow until the holes in ball coupling = are in for correct installation.
  • Page 262 Towing a trailer Establish the electrical connection between Towing a trailer the vehicle and the trailer. There are numerous legal requirements con- Check that the trailer lighting system is work- cerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed restric- ing. tions.

  • Page 263: Decoupling A Trailer

    Towing a trailer If possible, do not brake suddenly, but instead neath the vehicle being trapped. There is a depress the brake pedal moderately at first so risk of injury. that the trailer can activate its brakes. Then Make sure that nobody is in the immediate increase the pressure on the brake pedal.

  • Page 264: Removing

    The trailer's permanent power supply is the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle. switched off in the event of low vehicle supply Mercedes-Benz recommends a trailer load voltage and after six hours at the latest. where the trailer drawbar noseweight...

  • Page 265: Instrument Cluster Lighting

    Displays and operation For an overview, see the instrument panel illus- Useful information tration ( page 34). This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of Displays and operation your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 266: Temperature Gauge

    Displays and operation Outside temperature display Operating the on-board computer You should pay special attention to road condi- Overview tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Bear in mind that the outside temperature dis- play indicates the temperature measured and does not record the road temperature.

  • Page 267: Multifunction Display

    Displays and operation Left control panel Right control panel Calls up the menu and menu bar Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Press briefly: Makes or accepts a call Scrolls in lists Switches to the redial memory Selects a submenu or function In the Audio...

  • Page 268: Odometer

    Menus and submenus Set the time using the multimedia system Trip menu (see the Digital Operator's Manual). Standard display Possible displays in the multifunction dis- play: Z Gearshift recommendation, when shifting manually ( page 159) j Active Parking Assist ( page 213) CRUISE Cruise control (...

  • Page 269: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus ECO display in overrun mode and saved in the battery. Recuperation display = depends on the engine installed and is therefore not available in all vehicles. Digital speedometer The ECO display is not available for Mercedes- AMG vehicles. Press the = or ;...
  • Page 270 Menus and submenus If you reset the values in the ECO display, the Change of direction announced without a values in the "From Start" trip computer are also lane recommendation reset. If you reset the values in the "From Start" trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset.

  • Page 271: Operation

    Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button until tion system the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown in the multifunction display.

  • Page 272: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus Video DVD operation You will see one of the following display mes- sages in the multifunction display: Phone READY or the name of the network provider: the mobile phone has found a net- work and is ready to receive. Phone No Service: there is no network available or the mobile phone is searching for...

  • Page 273: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus If only one telephone number is stored for Activating/deactivating COLLISION PREVEN- a name: press the 6 or a button to TION ASSIST PLUS ( page 272) start dialing. Activating/deactivating ATTENTION ASSIST page 272) If there is more than one number for a Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist ( page 272)

  • Page 274: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Steering the multifunction display in the assistance graphic display. Assist and Stop&Go Pilot For further information about COLLISION PRE- Press the = or ; button on the steering VENTION ASSIST PLUS, see ( page 69). wheel to select the DriveAssist menu.

  • Page 275: Service Menu

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to set Off, Press the : or 9 button to select the Standard or Adaptive. Coolant submenu. When Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Press a to confirm your selection. Keeping Assist is activated, the multifunction The coolant temperature is shown in a bar display shows the lane markings as bright display.

  • Page 276: Permanent Display

    Menus and submenus Before charging the high-voltage battery at a Press the a button to confirm the selec- wallbox or charging station, ensure that the tion. charging current is not limited by the function. If Press : or 9 to set the hours. charging at a wallbox or a charging station, Press a to confirm.

  • Page 277: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering For further information on the automatic locking wheel to select the Sett. menu. feature, see ( page 85). Press the : or 9 button to select the Activating/deactivating the acoustic Instrument Cluster submenu.

  • Page 278: Factory Settings Submenu

    Menus and submenus Using : or 9, select the Easy Entry/ Exit function. If the Easy Entry/Exit function is activated, the vehicle steering wheel is displayed in orange in the multifunction display. Press the a button to save the setting. Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 109).

  • Page 279: Amg Menu

    Menus and submenus SETUP You can view the current settings of the off-road programs in the ON&OFFROAD menu. Vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering pack- age ( page 237) Vehicles without the Offroad Engineering package ( page 237) AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Engine mode (Comfort/Sport/Sport WARMUP...
  • Page 280 Menus and submenus You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is Press the % button on the steering wheel. running or if the SmartKey is in position 2 in the Confirm with a. ignition lock. The RACETIMER interrupts timing if you stop the Press the = or ;...
  • Page 281 Menus and submenus This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the overall evaluation is shown.

  • Page 282: General Notes

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 283: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic ® ® Stability Program), ESP trailer stabilization, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD Currently Unavaila‐ function, hill start assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active ble See Operator's Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are temporarily Manual...
  • Page 284 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷...

  • Page 285: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® ® , ESP trailer stabilization, BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Inoperative See Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are unavailable due to a Operator's Manual malfunction.

  • Page 286: Keyless-Go

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights (USA You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition only) (Canada was switched off. only) SmartKey: turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock. Turn On the Igni‐...
  • Page 287 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.

  • Page 288: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) (USA or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then only) (Canada goes out or remains lit.

  • Page 289: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily not operational. tion Assist Plus Possible causes are: Currently Unavaila‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- ble See Operator's tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or Manual other sources of electromagnetic radiation.

  • Page 290: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Functions ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is unavailable due to a mal- Limited See Opera‐ function. BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist may also have failed. tor's Manual Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Radar Sensors Dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Operator's Man‐...
  • Page 291 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service RequiredorFront The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.

  • Page 292: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even bag Disabled See though: Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 293 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...

  • Page 294: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 52). Lights Vehicles with LED bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all of the LEDs in the lamp have failed.

  • Page 295: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Halogen headlamp: replace the bulb ( page 119). Check Front Left LED headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Turn Signal Check Front Right Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defec- tive.

  • Page 296: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The left or right-hand tail lamp is defective. Check Left Tail The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty.

  • Page 297: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are driving with low-beam headlamps switched off. Turn the light switch to the L or à position. Switch On Headlamps Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See...

  • Page 298: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.

  • Page 299: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the battery charge level is too low. Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.

  • Page 300: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.

  • Page 301: Display Message

    Display messages Hybrid drive system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: You are exiting the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state. The Vehicle Operational READY indicator in the multifunction display is on. A warning tone also Switch the Ignition sounds.
  • Page 302 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: Only E-MODE Availa‐ ble Power Limited The fuel tank has been run dry and the combustion engine has been switched off. Refuel Immediately A warning tone also sounds. The vehicle will be powered by electrical energy only.

  • Page 303: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The fuel filler flap unlocking button has been pulled. The fuel tank must Please Wait be depressurized before refueling. Depressurizing Tank Wait until the fuel tank is depressurized and the fuel filler flap is unlocked.
  • Page 304 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á You cannot change the vehicle level. Possible causes are: Drive More Slowly you are driving too fast for the selected vehicle level. you are driving too fast with a trailer or the trailer-coupling socket is being used, e.g.
  • Page 305 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle is being lowered from off-road level 3 to off-road level 2. In addition, the vehicle level display appears above the display mes- Lowering Max. Speed sage. 12 mph The display message refers to the maximum speed permissible (depending on the model type) for off-road level 3.

  • Page 306: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions LOW RANGE Max. You have exceeded the maximum speed for the gearshift process. Speed 25 mph Drive more slowly. The gear change is made. LOW RANGE Max. You have exceeded the maximum speed for the gearshift process. Speed 40 mph Drive more slowly.

  • Page 307: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and Currently Unavaila‐ temporarily inoperative. ble See Operator's Possible causes are: ManualorActive Lane the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Keeping Assist Cur‐...

  • Page 308: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is deactivated while tow- Not Available When ing a trailer. Towing a Trailer You have established the electrical connection between the trailer and See Operator's Man‐...
  • Page 309 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.

  • Page 310: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. there have been no lane markings for an extended period.

  • Page 311: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss Soon in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires.
  • Page 312 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

  • Page 313: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.

  • Page 314: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position D.

  • Page 315: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hood is open. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

  • Page 316: Smartkey

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Phone No Service Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display. ¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
  • Page 317 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  The SmartKey is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key Not Detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.

  • Page 318: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.

  • Page 319: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The red brake system warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.

  • Page 320: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The red brake system warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.

  • Page 321: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction.
  • Page 322 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status. ABS is temporarily unavailable.

  • Page 323: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status. EBD is not available due to a malfunction.
  • Page 324 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 325 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: ®...

  • Page 326: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.

  • Page 327: Emergency Running Mode

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
  • Page 328 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.

  • Page 329: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive 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.

  • Page 330: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

  • Page 331: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Useful information these components to cool down before touch- ing them. This Operator's Manual describes all models The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle and all standard and optional equipment of weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare your vehicle available at the time of publica- wheel, installed accessories, vehicle occupants tion of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 332: Glove Box

    Stowage areas Stowage spaces Important safety notes WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.

  • Page 333: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas Stowage compartment in the front cen- Vehicles without touchpad ter console To open: pull handle : up. The armrest folds out. To open: slide cover : forwards. Stowage compartment ; appears. Vehicles with touchpad and COMAND To close: pull cover : back as far as it will go. To open: press button : at the front.

  • Page 334: Cargo Compartment Enlargement Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas gory. The front-passenger front air bag could deploy without cause, or may fail to deploy in the event of an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always observe the permissible gross weight of 4.4 lb (2 kg).

  • Page 335: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas The backrest is heavy. Therefore, take care when folding it down. Make sure that the head restraints are pushed all the way in so that the backrests and seat cushions are not dam- aged. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 329).

  • Page 336: Bag Hook

    Stowage areas Only use the cargo tie down rings when secur- ing a load. Observe the following notes on securing loads: Secure the load using the cargo tie-down rings. Distribute the load on the cargo tie-down rings evenly. Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads.

  • Page 337: Combined Cargo Cover And Net

    Stowage areas Removing/installing the cargo com- loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by partment cover (without integrated using tie downs, even if you are using the cargo net) cargo compartment cover. When loading the vehicle, make sure that you do not stack the load in the cargo com- partment higher than the lower edge of the side windows.

  • Page 338: Coat Hooks

    Stowage areas Make sure that the cargo net and the cargo It is important to use a cargo net if you load the compartment cover are rolled up. vehicle with small objects above the seat backr- ests. For safety reasons, always use a cargo net To remove: press button ;.

  • Page 339: Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas a telescopic rod Pull telescopic rod ? apart. two mounting elements Insert telescopic rod ? into mounting ele- ments =. two retaining feet Turn both mounting elements = to & until you feel them engage. Important safety notes WARNING Stowage well under the cargo com- If you drive when the cargo compartment floor...

  • Page 340: Roof Carrier

    Fold the cargo compartment floor down. adjust your driving style. Press the cargo compartment floor down ; until it engages. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and To remove the cargo compartment floor, approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This undo the press studs below the cargo com- helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 341: Important Safety Notes

    Features An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof load Ensure that closable stowage spaces are may become detached from the vehicle. You shut before beginning your journey. must therefore ensure that you observe the roof Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- carrier manufacturer's installation instructions.

  • Page 342: Overview

    Features Temperature-controlled cup holder in the front-compartment center console Fold down the rear seat armrest. Cup holder : is located in the rear seat arm- rest. Cup holder Residual heat indicator lamp Switch Sun visors The temperature-controlled cup holder can be Overview used to keep cold drinks cool and warm drinks warm.

  • Page 343: Ashtray

    Features Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer = and mirror cover B has been folded up. Glare from the side To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by tab : and hook it onto retainers ;...

  • Page 344: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Lift insert : up and out. To re-install the insert: place insert : into the holder and press down on the right until it engages. Cigarette lighter WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.

  • Page 345: General Notes

    Features Socket in the rear-compartment center 12 V sockets console General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 145). With the exception of the socket in the front center console, all sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum current draw of 240 W (20 A).

  • Page 346: Operation

    Features Using the 115 V power socket Use only connector cables that are dry and free of damage. When the ignition is off, make sure that the 115 V power socket is dry. Have the 115 V power socket checked or replaced immediately at a qualified speci- alized workshop if it is damaged or has been pulled out of the trim.

  • Page 347: General Notes

    If you have questions about the activation, con- Customer Assistance Center. tact one of the following telephone hotlines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The mbrace system 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as...

  • Page 348: Emergency Call

    The Connecting Call message Have the system checked at the nearest author- appears in the multifunction display. ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- The audio output is muted. lowing service hotlines: Once the connection has been made, the Call...

  • Page 349: Roadside Assistance Button

    To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- mobile phone network is not available. The indi- side Assistance button :. cator lamp in the SOS button flashes continu- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ously. tomer Assistance Center. Call Failed...

  • Page 350: Mb Info Call Button

    Call priority To call MB Info: press MB Info call button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside tomer Assistance Center. Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency call The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : can still be initiated.

  • Page 351: Search & Send

    3 or sliding 1 If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then the controller and confirm with 7. 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will The system calculates the route and subse- be sent to your vehicle. quently starts the route guidance with the When the "Send"...

  • Page 352: Vehicle Remote Unlocking

    The vehicle remote closing feature is available if If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the relevant mobile phone network is available mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: and a data connection is possible.

  • Page 353: Downloading Routes

    Features existing call, vehicle data is transferred to the Another function of the Vehicle Health Check is Customer Assistance Center. the transfer of service data to the Customer Assistance Center. If a service is due, the display The customer service representative can use shows a message to this effect together with the received data to decide what kind of assis- information about any special offers at your...

  • Page 354: General Notes

    You will be phone assistance services: informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance of the selected areas. You can select the way in which you receive this information beforehand. Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes...

  • Page 355: Synchronizing The Rolling Code

    Features Programming button on the rear-view mirror. When doing so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. Programming buttons The required distance between remote con- Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" trol A and the integrated garage door opener page 352).

  • Page 356: Opening/Closing The Garage Door

    Features with Canadian law, some U.S. garage door open- operate in the frequency range of 280 to ers also feature a "break". 433 MHz. Proceed as follows: Replace the batteries in garage door remote control A. This increases the likelihood that if you live in Canada garage door remote control A will transmit a if you have difficulties programming the...

  • Page 357: Floormats

    Features Clearing the memory To remove: pull the floormat from retain- ers ;. Make sure that you clear the memory of the Remove the floormat. integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 145).

  • Page 358: Important Safety Notes

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all models components. Certain components, such as and all standard and optional equipment of the radiator fan, may continue to run or start your vehicle available at the time of publica- again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 359: Checking The Oil Level

    Engine compartment bug cover. The readings of the on-board-diag- Make sure that the windshield wipers are nostic system may otherwise be inaccurate. not folded away from the windshield. You Some of these readings are required by law and could otherwise damage the windshield wip- must be accurate at all times.

  • Page 360: Engine Oil Adding

    You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accord- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following:...

  • Page 361: Adding Washer Fluid

    Where possible, let the engine cool down and If necessary, add coolant that has been tested touch only the components described in the and approved by Mercedes-Benz. following. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.

  • Page 362: Hiding A Service Message

    The service due date appears in the multi- You can obtain further information from an function display. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The ASSYST PLUS service interval display Information about Service does not show any information on the engine oil level.

  • Page 363: Special Service Requirements

    A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- dry, rough or hard cloths ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the abrasive cleaning agents ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the solvents service work has been carried out. You can also...

  • Page 364: Function

    Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car in transmission position N, otherwise the shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. vehicle could be damaged. Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- Vehicles with a SmartKey: tle jet of water.

  • Page 365: Matte Finish

    Do not use power washers with circular jet surface, use the paint care products recommen- nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the tires or chassis components replaced imme- case approximately every three to five months, diately.

  • Page 366: Wheels

    Clean the water drainage channels of the approved Mercedes-Benz care products. windshield and the rear window at regular intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and pollen may under certain circumstances pre- Cleaning the vehicle parts vent water from draining away.

  • Page 367: Exterior Lights

    Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e. g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the mirror turn signals Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.

  • Page 368: Camera

    Care Cleaning the 360° camera Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause Do not clean the camera lens and the area flash rust to form on the surface. You can around the 360° camera with a power restore the original shine of the exhaust pipe by washer.360 cleaning it regularly, especially in winter and...

  • Page 369: Display

    Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- For cleaning, do not use any of the following: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or gasoline abrasive cleaning agents Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...

  • Page 370: Carpets

    Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning Only use leather care agents that have agents recommended and approved by been tested and approved by Mercedes- Mercedes-Benz. Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop. Leather is a natural product.

  • Page 371: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.

  • Page 372: Preparing The Vehicle

    Flat tire Open the tailgate. changed. Anyone who is not directly assisting in the wheel change should, for example, Lift the cargo compartment floor upwards stand behind the barrier. page 337). Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traffic Remove the "Minispare"...

  • Page 373: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire The driving distance possible in run-flat mode After driving in emergency mode, have the may be reduced by extreme driving conditions wheel rims checked at a qualified specialist or maneuvers, or it can be increased through a workshop with regard to their further use. The moderate style of driving.
  • Page 374 Flat tire Immediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with tire sealant. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Do not operate the tire inflation compressor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break.

  • Page 375: Tire Pressure Not Reached

    Flat tire Do not switch off the tire inflation com- Tire pressure reached pressor during this phase. WARNING Let the tire inflation compressor run for a maximum of five minutes. The tire should then A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant have attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa impairs the driving characteristics and is not (1.8 bar/26 psi).

  • Page 376: Important Safety Notes

    12 V battery. Notes on In cases such as the one mentioned above, the high-voltage battery can be obtained in the contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- "High-voltage battery – important safety notes" ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the section ( page 376).
  • Page 377 Battery (vehicle) The highly flammable gas mixture forms when Environmental note charging the battery as well as when jump-start- Batteries contain dangerous ing. substances. It is against the Always make sure that neither you nor the bat- law to dispose of them with tery is electrostatically charged.
  • Page 378 You can also charge the battery with a charger recommended Following an accident, do not touch any high- by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- voltage components and never modify the ist workshop for further information. vehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Have...
  • Page 379 Never charge the battery if it Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if is still installed in the vehicle, unless you use a you wish to leave your vehicle parked for a long battery charger which has been tested and period of time.

  • Page 380: Charging

    Battery (vehicle) Charging the high-voltage battery when stationary (hybrid vehicles) Only PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles are equipped with a high-voltage battery. 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 with- out sufficient ventilation.

  • Page 381: Jump Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 382 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 383: Important Safety Notes

    Towing and tow-starting Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed. Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first. Start the engine.

  • Page 384: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Otherwise, the automatic transmission may Installing/removing the towing eye shift to position P when the driver's or front- passenger door are opened, which could lead Installing the towing eye to damage to the transmission. Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage the vehicle.

  • Page 385: Emergency Engine Starting

    Towing and tow-starting All vehicles In order to ensure that the automatic transmis- sion stays in position N when towing the vehicle, You may only secure the vehicle by the you must observe the following points: wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as Make sure that the vehicle is stationary.

  • Page 386: Fuses Allocation Chart

    If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper- cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ation of the fuses. ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Before changing a fuse Observe the important safety notes...

  • Page 387: Ment

    Fuses To close: clip in cover : on the front of the Fuse box under the rear bench seat dashboard. Pay attention to the important safety notes Fold cover : inwards until it engages. page 384). Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
  • Page 388 Fuses To close: insert cover = into the retainers on the side of the fuse box. Fold down cover = until clamps ; engage audibly. Fold the right-hand rear bench seat back page 332).

  • Page 389: Wheels And Tires

    Operator's Manual. Country-spe- Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- cific differences are possible. Please note cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- that your vehicle may not be equipped with all rectly can impair the operating safety.

  • Page 390: Wet Road Surface

    Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure Marking : shows where the bar indicator monitoring systems.

  • Page 391: M+S Tires

    Winter operation with run-flat characteristics)" section Driving with summer tires page 370). At temperatures below 45 ‡ (+7 †), the elas- Only mount tires of the correct size onto the ticity of summer tires and therefore also the wheels. traction and braking capability are reduced con- Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the siderably.

  • Page 392: Snow Chains

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding monthly, at least standard of quality. For more information, if the load changes please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 393 Tire pressure examples. Tire pressure specifications are vehi- cle-specific and may deviate from the data shown here. The tire pressure specifications that are valid for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure table on the vehicle. General notes The recommended tire pressures for the tires mounted at the factory can be found on the...

  • Page 394: On-Board Computer

    Tires with pressure that is too low can over- Only screw the standard valve cap or other heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- your vehicle onto the tire valve.

  • Page 395: Maximum

    Tire pressure Underinflated tires may: Checking the tire pressures overheat, leading to tire defects Important safety notes adversely affect handling wear excessively and/or unevenly Observe the notes on tire pressure page 390). have an adverse effect on fuel consumption Information on air pressure for the tires on your vehicle can be found: Overinflated tires on the Tire and Loading Information placard...

  • Page 396: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure Information on the message display can be tire pressure. If an incorrect tire pressure is found in the "Restarting the tire pressure loss set, these incorrect values will be monitored. warning system" section ( page 394). Also observe the notes in the section on tire pressures ( page 390).

  • Page 397: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure shown in the Service menu of the multifunction reached the level to trigger illumination of the display, see illustration (example). TPMS low tire pressure telltale. USA only: Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the system is not operating properly.

  • Page 398: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure halt by braking carefully. Avoid abrupt steering Press the 9 or : button to select movements. Tire Pressure. The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning Press the a button. lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating The current tire pressure of each tire is shown pressure loss or a malfunction.

  • Page 399: Pressure Monitor

    Loading the vehicle Restarting the tire pressure monitor Radio type approval for the tire pres- sure monitor When you restart the tire pressure monitor, all existing warning messages are deleted and the Country Radio type approval number warning lamps go out. The monitor uses the cur- rently set tire pressures as the reference values FCC ID: MRXMW2433A for monitoring.
  • Page 400 Loading the vehicle Number of seats Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- B-pillar, driver's side ard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration Maximum permissible gross vehicle are examples.
  • Page 401 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- cle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4.
  • Page 402 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg).

  • Page 403: Overview

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)

  • Page 404: Temperature

    You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 388).

  • Page 405: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards General: depending on the manufacturer's page 406) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may Department of Transportation, Tire Identifi-...
  • Page 406 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.

  • Page 407: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehi- cle from exceeding the following speeds: All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG GLE 63): 130 mph (210 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 vehicles: 155 mph (250 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 with increased top speed: 174 mph (280 km/h) The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the...

  • Page 408: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
  • Page 409 All about wheels and tires Speed rating tem and optional equipment if these are instal- led in the vehicle, but does not include passen- The speed rating is part of the tire identification. gers or luggage. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.

  • Page 410: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Sidewall Changing a wheel The part of the tire between the tread and the Flat tire bead. The "Breakdown assistance" section Weight of optional extras page 370) contains information and notes on The combined weight of those optional extras how to deal with a flat tire.

  • Page 411: Preparing The Vehicle

    For information on which correct direction of rotation. tools are required to perform a wheel change on your vehicle, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Storing wheels Necessary tire-changing tools can include, for example: Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.

  • Page 412: Using

    To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.

  • Page 413: Mounting A New Wheel

    Always pay attention to the instructions and safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section page 408). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you...

  • Page 414: Lowering The Vehicle

    Changing a wheel Lowering the vehicle only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts Always use wheel bolts ; to mount the and bolts are not tightened to the specified "Minispare"...

  • Page 415: Tires/Wheels

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Observe the notes on recommended tire pres- mends that you only use tires and wheels sures under various operating conditions which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz page 390). specifically for your vehicle. Check tire pressures regularly, and only when These tires have been specially adapted for the tires are cold.

  • Page 416: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires GLE 250 d 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 255/55 R18 105 W BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 255/55 R18 105 V BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm) Tires Wheels...
  • Page 417 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Wheels BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm) Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 418 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 103 W M+Si...
  • Page 419 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4...

  • Page 420: Summer Tires

    Wheel and tire combinations GLE 350 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2 4, 5 BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) All-weather tires Tires Wheels BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S...
  • Page 421 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 103 W M+Si...
  • Page 422 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4...
  • Page 423 Wheel and tire combinations GLE 400 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2 4, 5 BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) All-weather tires Tires Wheels BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+S...
  • Page 424 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 3, 4...
  • Page 425 Wheel and tire combinations GLE 550 e 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2 4, 5 BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) All-weather tires Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 426 Wheel and tire combinations GLE 550 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2 4, 5 BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) All-weather tires Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 427 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 BA: 265/45 ZR20 108 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.22 in (31 mm) Tires Wheels BA: 10.0 J x 21 H2 BA: 295/35 ZR21 107 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm) Winter tires Tires...

  • Page 428: Important Safety Notes

    Emergency spare wheel Winter tires Tires Wheels BA: 255/45 R20 105 V XL M+S i BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) Tires Wheels BA: 10.0 J x 21 H2 BA: 295/35 R21 107 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm) Emergency spare wheel General notes...

  • Page 429: Removing

    Emergency spare wheel Remove stowage well =. Removing/stowing the emergency Remove "Minispare" emergency spare spare wheel wheel :. Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel under the cargo compart- Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergency ment floor spare wheel in the emergency spare wheel bag Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Mounting a wheel"...
  • Page 430 Otherwise, it will not fit into the Inflating the collapsible spare wheel spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends page 429). that you have this work performed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Stowing the emergency spare wheel Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 431 Emergency spare wheel Press on and off switch A on the tire inflation Inflating the collapsible spare wheel compressor to I. (Mercedes-AMG GLE 63) The tire inflation compressor is switched on. The tire is inflated. The tire pressure is shown Inflate the collapsible spare wheel using the on pressure gauge =.

  • Page 432: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Technical data All models (except GLE 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC, GLE 550 4MATIC and Mercedes- AMG GLE 63) "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tires Wheels T 155/90 R18 113 M 4.0 B x 18 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.57 in (40 mm) 4.5 B x 19 H2 T 155/80 R19 114 M...

  • Page 433: Technical Data

    Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an may cause damage to your health and the health authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the of others. Using an exterior antenna takes into data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.

  • Page 434: Frequencies

    Vehicle identification plate with vehi- Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna positions cle identification number (VIN) must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values:...

  • Page 435: Engine Number

    Components and service products must be Engine number matched. Only use products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recom- mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.

  • Page 436: Grade (Gasoline)

    Service products and filling capacities Tank capacity 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Missing values were not available at time of Other identifications, for example: going to print. 0 W-30 Model Total capa- 5 W-30 city 5 W-40...

  • Page 437: Additives

    Diesel mixed with the cleaning additive recommended Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recom- by Mercedes-Benz. You must observe the notes mended for your vehicle. and mixing ratios specified on the container. To ensure the longevity and full perform-...

  • Page 438: Important Safety Notes

    Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel Maintenance incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo- Inform your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center sion. that you are operating or have operated the You must avoid fire, open flames, creating vehicle with E85 fuel.

  • Page 439: Engine Oil

    The engine oils are matched to the performance The purity of the fluid can no longer be guaran- of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. teed. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil...

  • Page 440: Notes

    Information about approved brake fluid can be Engine oil viscosity obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop and the replace- ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.

  • Page 441: Washer Fluid

    Missing values were not available at time of Further information on coolants can be found going to print. in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Model Capacity Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.

  • Page 442: Refrigerant

    Filling capacities Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Missing values were not available at time of The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with going to print. any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.

  • Page 443: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Vehicle data All other mod- els with: Opening Max. General notes height headroom Please note that for the specified vehicle data: Steel suspen- 86.4 in 78.2 in the heights specified may vary as a result of: sion (2195 mm) (1987 mm) tires AIRMATIC...

  • Page 444: Fording Depth

    Vehicle data for off-road driving GLE 450 Sport AMG All other models 4MATIC Maximum ground clear- 8.0 in Vehicle width without exte- ance (steel suspension) (202 mm) rior mirrors, with side run- Maximum ground clear- 10.0 in ning board ance (AIRMATIC package) (255 mm) Maximum vehicle height (steel suspension)
  • Page 445 Vehicle data for off-road driving All vehicles (except vehicles with AMG body- maximum permissible load have no influence on styling) fording capability. Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Steel-sprung vehi- 26° 26° Fording cles depth Vehicles with the Steel-sprung vehicles...

  • Page 446: Maximum Gradient Climbing Abil Ity

    Trailer tow hitch Off-road level 2 26° 28° Off-road level 3 28° 29° For further information about approach/depar- ture angles, see ( page 190). Maximum gradient-climbing capabil- Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing capa- bility depends on the off-road conditions and the road surface conditions.

  • Page 447: Trailer Loads

    Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads Trailer loads, trailer drawbar noseweights and axle loads Missing values for the model GLE 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC were not available at the time of going to print. Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12% from a standstill) GLE 250 d 4MATIC 7198 lbs (3265 kg) GLE 350...
  • Page 448 The lowest weight applies. The maximum permissible trailer drawbar noseweight is the maximum weight with which the trailer drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings. Ball position of the ball coupling...

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