Page 1 Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Operator’s Manual M-Class Order No. 6515 4274 13 Part No. 164 584 72 81 Edition A 2008...
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Page 3 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen-...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Product information... 9 Operator’s Manual ... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 11 Maintenance ... 12 Roadside Assistance ... 12 Change of address or ownership... 13 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada ...
Page 5 Contents Safety and Security ... 71 Occupant safety... 72 Air bags ... 74 Occupant Classification System... 79 Seat belts ... 84 Active head restraint ... 88 Rear head restraints... 89 Children in the vehicle... 89 Blocking of rear door window operation... 96 Panic alarm ...
Page 6 Control system ... 147 Multifunction display... 147 Multifunction steering wheel... 148 Menus ... 150 Standard display menu ... 154 AMG menu ... 156 Off-road Mode menu ... 159 AUDIO menu ... 160 NAV* menu... 161 AIRMATIC*/Compass menu ... 162 Vehicle status message memory menu ...
Page 7 Contents Driving systems ... 244 Cruise control... 244 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR)... 249 Off-road driving program ... 253 Air suspension program* ... 254 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)*... 255 Vehicle level control* ... 255 Parktronic system* ... 259 Rear view camera*... 264 Loading ...
Page 8 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine)... 335 Emission control ... 335 Coolant temperature... 336 At the gas station ... 337 Refueling ... 337 Check regularly and before a long trip... 339 Engine compartment ... 341 Hood ... 341 Engine oil ... 343 Transmission fluid level...
Page 9 Contents Replacing bulbs ... 463 Bulbs ... 463 Replacing bulbs for front lamps... 466 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps... 471 Adjusting headlamp aim... 473 Replacing wiper blades ... 475 Front wiper blades ... 475 Rear wiper blade ... 476 Flat tire ... 478 Preparing the vehicle...
Page 10: Introduction
Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 11: Operator's Manual
Vehicle damage caused by fail- ure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual.
Page 12: Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its...
Page 13: Maintenance
Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Roadside Assistance will be provided in...
Page 14: Change Of Address Or Ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Informa- tion Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.
Page 15 Introduction Operator’s Manual Warning! This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars are not intended. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from conventional passenger cars in driving conditions which may occur on streets, highways and off-road use.
Page 16: Where To Find It
Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent- ing or borrowing this vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle.
Page 17: Symbols
Introduction Symbols Trademarks: ® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from...
Page 18: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Page 19: Problems With Your Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:...
Page 20: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 21: Vehicle Data Recording
Introduction Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
Page 22: At A Glance
At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...
Page 23: Exterior View
At a glance Exterior view...
Page 24 Item Page 1 Tailgate Power tailgate* Cargo compartment Loading instructions Cargo tie-down rings Hooks Expanding Cover blind Cargo net* Vehicle tool kit Spare wheel 2 Rear window defroster 3 Rear lamps 4 Fuel filler flap Refueling Fuel 338, Item Page 5 Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting Auto-dimming rear view...
Page 25: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit...
Page 26 Item Page 1 Cruise control lever 2 Instrument cluster 3 Multifunction steering wheel 4 Horn 5 Steering wheel gearshift buttons 6 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 7 Front Parktronic* warning indicators 8 Overhead control panel 9 Glove box release Glove box lock Item Page...
Page 27: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 28 Item Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 2 To dim instrument cluster illumination 3 Reset button for: Resetting trip odometer Resetting all settings 4 To brighten instrument cluster illumination 5 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 6 Clock Item Page 7 Speedometer with:...
Page 29: Important Notice For California Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 30 Item Page 8 Multifunction display with: Trip odometer Main odometer 9 Tachometer with: < Seat belt telltale q Preglow indicator lamp 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp ? Engine malfunction indicator lamp, USA only ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only A High beam headlamp indicator...
Page 31: Retail Buyers And Lessees Of Multifunction Steering Wheel
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call 3 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ...
Page 32: Center Console
Center console Upper part Item Page 1 COMAND system, see sepa- rate operating instructions 2 Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control* Rear window defroster 3 Seat heating*, front passenger side 4 Seat ventilation*, front passenger side 5 Parktronic system* deactivation switch 6 Vehicle level control switch* 7 Front passenger front air...
Page 33: Lower Part
At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Storage compartment with Power outlet Ashtray with cigarette lighter 2 Cup holder 3 Armrest storage/tele- phone* compartment re- lease 4 Card, ticket holder (removable) Depending on vehicle configuration.
Page 34: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Item Page 1 Left reading lamp switch 2 Rear interior lighting switch 3 Automatic interior lighting switch 4 Front interior lighting switch 5 Right reading lamp switch 6 Front right interior lamp 7 Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch 8 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 9 Interior rear view mirror...
Page 35: Operating Your Vehicle Storage Compartments
At a glance Storage compartments...
Page 36 Item Page 1 Parcel net in front passen- ger footwell 2 Glove box/CD changer* 3 Door pocket 4 Parcel net on front passen- ger seat backrest 5 Door pocket 6 Vehicle tool kit, spare wheel 7 Door pocket 8 Parcel net on driver’s seat backrest 9 Door pocket a Holder for gas cards...
Page 37: Door Control Panel
At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Inside door handle 2 Central unlocking switch Central locking switch 3 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 4 Selection buttons for exteri- or rear view mirror adjust- ment Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors* 5 Switches for opening/clos- ing front and rear door windows...
Page 38: Getting Started
Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
Page 39: Unlocking
Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail”...
Page 40: Unlocking With Keyless-Go
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock or unlock the vehicle without using the remote control buttons on the SmartKey and start the engine without in- serting the SmartKey into the starter switch. To unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be outside the vehicle, no further than approximately 3 feet (1 meter) away from the respective door.
Page 41 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instru- ment cluster come on.
Page 42 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted and the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO present in the vehicle, press- ing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button without the brake pedal depressed corresponds to the various starter...
Page 43 Getting started Unlocking Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment. If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once more, the ignition (position...
Page 44: Adjusting
Adjusting Warning! All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas- tening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Seats Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 45 Getting started Adjusting Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat- ing position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler...
Page 46 They can only be removed by qualified technicians. We recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Vehicles with memory function*: Press switch 1 ( page 44) up or down in direction of arrow.
Page 47: Steering Wheel
Getting started Adjusting Raising: Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it upward. If head restraint 1 is fully retracted, push release button 2 in direction of arrow and pull head restraint 1 up- ward. Lowering: To lower head restraint 1, push release button 2 in direction of arrow and press down on head restraint 1.
Page 48 Press one of the stored position buttons* or memory button M* ( page 133). Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 49 Getting started Adjusting Driving without the steering wheel adjust- ment locked may cause an unexpected steering wheel movement which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehi- cle. Make sure the steering wheel is secure- ly locked by trying to move it up and down, and in and out before driving off.
Page 50: Mirrors
The memory function* ( page 133) lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for seat positions and the exterior rear view mirrors. Make sure that you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows you can move your legs freely all displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument...
Page 51 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the driver’s door. 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Adjustment button 3 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir- ror button Switch on the ignition ( page 40). Press button 1 for the driver’s side ex- terior rear view mirror or button 3 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.
Page 52: Driving
Driving Warning! Make sure that absolutely no objects are ob- structing the pedal’s range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obsta- cles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance.
Page 53 Getting started Driving Warning! Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the ab- domen or neck.
Page 54 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of seat belt outlet 1. Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 ( page 52) until it clicks.
Page 55: Starting The Engine
In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Starting the engine Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health.
Page 56 Starting with the SmartKey For information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see “Turning off the en- gine” ( page 66). Gasoline engine Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P. The transmission position indicator in the multifunction display should be ( page 147).
Page 57 Getting started Driving KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Make sure KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 is inserted in the starter switch ( page 41). If you wish to start the engine using the SmartKey instead of the KEYLESS-GO feature, remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the starter switch ( page 41).
Page 58: Parking Brake
If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a mal- function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call Roadside Assistance. Parking brake 1 Release handle...
Page 59: Driving Off
Getting started Driving Driving off Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. Shift automatic transmission to D or R ( page 185). Wait for the gear selection process to com- plete before setting the vehicle in motion. Shifting from gear position P to position R, N, or D is only possible with the brake pedal depressed.
Page 60: Switching On Headlamps
Shift the automatic transmission to position P or R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avoid damaging the transmission. Do not run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine.
Page 61: Turn Signals
Getting started Driving Turn signals The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2. The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes ( page 26).
Page 62 U or V, set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center Switching on windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.
Page 63: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Getting started Driving Wiping with windshield washer fluid Press the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 1 past the resistance point. The windshield wipers operate with washer fluid. To prevent smears on the windshield or noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with windshield washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining.
Page 64: Problems While Driving
Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it (gasoline engine only). Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Getting started Driving The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C)
Page 65 Notify local fire and/or police authori- ties. If the extent of the damage cannot be de- termined: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call Roadside Assistance. If no damage can be determined on the major assemblies fuel system engine mount: Start the engine in the usual manner.
Page 66: Parking And Locking
Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and the steering system. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.
Page 67: Switching Off Headlamps
Getting started Parking and locking Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1. When the engine is running, the warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes on. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 68 Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash ( page 392). Turning off with the SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 ( page 39). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 69: Releasing Seat Belts
Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Locking Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors.
Page 70 Locking with the SmartKey Press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey ( page 38). With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs on the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
Page 72: Safety And Security
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...
Page 73: Occupant Safety
Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are Seat belts ( page 84) Child restraints ( page 94) Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) ( page 93) Additional protection potential provide Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Page 74 SRS self-check has detected a malfunction. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immedi- ately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not deploy when needed in an...
Page 75: Air Bags
If you have any problems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim.
Page 76 Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual. Warning! Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. It should be noted that with respect to both, front side impact air bags or the rear side...
Page 77 Only use belts in- stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that is deployed must be replaced.
Page 78 Warning! Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags*. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for availability.
Page 79 Work on the doors must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Window curtain air bag 3 Rear side impact air bag*...
Page 80: Occupant Classification System
Warning! Only use seat covers which have been test- ed and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags*.
Page 81 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp illumi- nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the front passenger seat, have the front passenger re-position himself or herself in the seat until the 59 indicator lamp goes out, or check whether objects are caught under or around the seat.
Page 82 If the 59 indicator lamp is illu- minated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed. If the 59 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed: in the event of certain frontal impacts if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold...
Page 83 Safety and Security Occupant safety If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure that the 59 indicator lamp is illumi- nated, indicating that the front passen- ger front air bag is deactivated.
Page 84 Have the system checked as soon as possi- ble by qualified technicians. Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 85: Seat Belts
Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp should not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. For more information, see the “Practical hints”...
Page 86 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 87 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this sec- tion, as that could result in serious inju- ries in case of an accident.
Page 88 Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will also sound for a maxi- mum of 6 seconds or until the driver’s...
Page 89: Active Head Restraint
(ETD) that was activated must be replaced. When disposing of the pyrotechnic emer- gency tensioning device, our safety instruc- tions must be followed. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Active head restraint The active head restraints are intended to...
Page 90: Rear Head Restraints
For removal of the active head restraints we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seats” ( page 43). For information on resetting the activated active head restraints, see “Resetting acti-...
Page 91 Safety and Security Occupant safety Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts. If children open a door, they could injure other persons get out of the car and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic...
Page 92 Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restraint, that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2.
Page 93 Safety and Security Occupant safety A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious- ly injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle.
Page 94 Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Posi- tion shoulder belt across chest and shoul- der, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lb until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.
Page 95 Safety and Security Occupant safety Remove anchorage ring cover 1 from the seat on which a child seat is to be installed. 2 Anchors Install a LATCH type child seat accord- ing to the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed.
Page 96 Move the respective head restraint to its uppermost position ( page 128). 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook 4 Top tether strap Guide top tether strap 4 between head restraint and top of seat backrest. Securely fasten hook 3, which is part of the tether strap 4, to anchorage ring 2.
Page 97: Blocking Of Rear Door Window Operation
Safety and Security Occupant safety Blocking of rear door window operation With the override switch you can disable the rear side window switches in the rear door panels. Warning! Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children could otherwise injure them- selves, e.g.
Page 98: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm 1 Â button USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 99: Driving Safety Systems
Safety and Security Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ® (Electronic Stability Program) EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) 4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) Warning! The following factors increase the risk of accidents: Excessive speed, especially in turns...
Page 100 Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pul- sation.
Page 101: Bas
Safety and Security Driving safety systems The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing braking distance. Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over.
Page 102: Driving Safety Systems
10 seconds. ® Active braking action through the ESP otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® The ESP will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size ( page 515).
Page 103 Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® Switching off the ESP Warning! ® The ESP should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circum- stances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in stan- dard driving maneuvers.
Page 104 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ex- ® tended period of time with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® Switching on the ESP ® switch 1. Press ESP ®...
Page 105: Ebp
Safety and Security Driving safety systems The EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort without a loss of vehicle stability. Warning! If the EBP is malfunctioning, the brake sys- tem is still functioning.
Page 106 10 seconds. ® Active braking action through the ESP otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® warning lamp v If the yellow ESP...
Page 107: Anti-Theft Systems
In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Anti-theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed, a...
Page 108 Arming the alarm system The alarm system indicator lamp is located to the lower left of the hazard warning flasher. 1 Alarm system indicator lamp Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO* ( page 68). The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked.
Page 110: Controls In Detail
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function* Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Transfer case Good visibility Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control* Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof Driving systems Loading Useful features...
Page 111: Locking And Unlocking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper- ate the equipment installed in your vehicle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
Page 112 Lock the vehicle as described in the “Practical hints” section ( page 456). Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked ( page 489). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 113 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global unlocking Press button Œ. All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed. The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of un- locking if neither door nor tailgate is opened...
Page 114: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
Global locking Press button ‹. With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Restoring to factory setting Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds until battery check lamp 5 ( page 110) flashes twice.
Page 115 Lock the vehicle as described in the “Practi- cal hints” section ( page 456). Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked ( page 489). If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunc- tioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 116 Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO* You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( page 110). The starter switch is located under the KEYLESS-GO button. Pull the KEYLESS-GO button out in order to ac- cess the starter switch ( page 41). You can combine KEYLESS-GO func- tions with normal SmartKey functions (e.g.
Page 117 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is removed from the vehicle (e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO) when pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button or trying to lock the vehicle with the look button on an outside door handle the mes- sage Key Not Detected...
Page 118 Global locking Press the lock button on an outside door handle ( page 69). With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
Page 119: Checking The Batteries In The Smartkey Or Smartkey With Keyless-Go
KEYLESS-GO batteries are discharged. Replace the batteries ( page 461). You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. If the batteries are checked within signal range of the vehicle, pressing the button ‹ or Œ will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.
Page 120: Tailgate/Power Tailgate
If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO*, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.
Page 121 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Tailgate Opening the tailgate from the outside Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The vehicle must be unlocked ( page 38). The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. Pull on the handle. The tailgate opens slightly. Pull tailgate upwards to open.
Page 122 Power tailgate* In vehicles with power tailgate, you can open and close the tailgate from the inside and the outside electrically limit the opening height of the tailgate interrupt the opening/closing proce- dure at any time by pressing or pulling the door-mounted remote tailgate switch ( page 122) pressing the Š...
Page 123 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The switch is located in the driver’s door. 1 Remote tailgate switch Pull remote tailgate switch 1 until tailgate begins to open. The tailgate opens. While the tailgate is opening, an acoustic signal sounds. Limiting opening height of tailgate* In vehicles with power tailgate*, the tail- gate opening height can be limited when...
Page 124 Press remote tailgate switch 1 ( page 122) until tailgate begins to close. The tailgate closes. While the tailgate is closing an acoustic signal sounds. To interrupt the closing procedure: Press or pull remote tailgate switch 1 ( page 122). Closing the tailgate from the outside You can close the tailgate from the outside using the tailgate closing switch or...
Page 125 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when clos- ing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around. To stop the clos- ing procedure, do one of the following: Press tailgate closing switch 1 ( page 123).
Page 126: Automatic Central Locking
Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being in- jured. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when clos- ing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around.
Page 127: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Locking and unlocking from the inside You can lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate from inside using the central lock- ing or unlocking switch. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive.
Page 128: Seats
For removal of the active head restraints we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seats” ( page 43). For information on active head restraints, see “Active head restraint”...
Page 129 Controls in detail Seats Head restraint height 1 Head restraint 2 Release button Raising: Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it upward to the desired position. Lowering: To lower head restraint 1, press release button 2 and push down on head restraint 1.
Page 130: Lumbar Support
Installing Insert head restraint 1 into openings on the seat backrest. Push head restraint 1 down until it au- dibly engages. Press release button 2 and adjust head restraint 1 to the desired posi- tion ( page 128). For more information on seats, see the “Getting started”...
Page 131: Seat Heating
Controls in detail Seats Switch on the ignition ( page 40). Seat cushion depth Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg with switch 1. Backrest contour Adjust the contour of the seat backrest to the desired position with switch æ...
Page 132: Seat Ventilation
The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected. Level Three indicator lamps on (highest level) The seat heating automatically switches to level 2 after approx- imately 5 minutes. Two indicator lamps on The seat heating automatically switches to level 1 after approx- imately 10 minutes.
Page 133 Controls in detail Seats The blue indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which ventilation level you have selected. Level Three indicator lamps on (highest level) Two indicator lamps on One indicator lamp on (lowest level) No indicator lamp on Switch on the ignition ( page 40).
Page 134: Memory Function
Memory function* Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat back- rest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height.
Page 135: Storing Positions Into Memory
Controls in detail Memory function* Storing positions into memory Adjust the seats ( page 43). On the driver’s side, additionally adjust the steering wheel ( page 48) and ex- terior rear view mirrors ( page 49) to the desired positions. Press memory button M.
Page 136: Lighting
Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon* headlamps:...
Page 137 Controls in detail Lighting Low beam headlamps Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B. With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button pressed once, the following lamps will switch on: Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps With the SmartKey in starter switch...
Page 138 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U. With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button pressed once, only the parking lamps and the side marker lamps will switch on and off depending on the brightness of the ambient light. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps, the tail and parking lamps, the license plate lamps, and the...
Page 139 Controls in detail Lighting USA only With the exterior lamp switch in position M, you cannot switch on the high beam headlamps. The high beam flasher is available at all times. For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U to permit activation of the high beam headlamps.
Page 140: Combination Switch
Front fog lamps Turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B ( page 135). Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop. The front fog lamps switch on. The green indicator lamp ‡ in the exterior lamp switch comes on. Push in the exterior lamp switch.
Page 141: Corner-Illuminating Front Fog Lamps
Controls in detail Lighting Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 to its original position to switch off the high beam. The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster goes out. High beam flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2.
Page 142: Hazard Warning Flasher
The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will come on automatically depending on the steer- ing angle and vehicle speed, even if you did not switch on either turn signal. If the corner-illuminating front fog lamps came on automatically, they will also go out automatically depending on the steering angle and vehicle speed.
Page 143: Interior Lighting
Controls in detail Lighting Switching on hazard warning flasher Press hazard warning flasher switch 1. All turn signals are flashing. With the hazard warning flasher activated and the combination switch set for either left or right turn, only the respective turn signals will operate when the ignition is switched on.
Page 144 Activating Press switch 3. The switch disengages from its recessed position back to its original position. The interior lighting and the locator lighting ( page 171) come on when unlock the vehicle open a door open the tailgate remove the SmartKey from the starter switch The interior lamps go out following an adjustable time delay ( page 172).
Page 145: Door Entry Lamps
Controls in detail Lighting Door entry lamps For better orientation in the dark, the corresponding door entry lamps comes on when you open a door and the automatic control is activated. The door entry lamps will switch off when the corresponding door is closed. If you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 or remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, the door entry lamps will...
Page 146: Instrument Cluster
Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Controls in detail Instrument cluster Adjusting instrument cluster illumina-...
Page 147: Resetting Trip Odometer
( page 26) denotes excessive engine speed. Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.
Page 148: Control System
Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1 ( page 40) or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but- ton* is in position 1 ( page 42). The con- trol system enables you to call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings...
Page 149: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call to dial...
Page 150 It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar- ranged in a circular pattern. If you press button è or ÿ repeatedly, you will pass through each menu one after the other. If you press button k or j repeatedly, you will pass through each function display, one after the other, in...
Page 151: Menus
Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 6. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
Page 152 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Standard display ( page 154) ( page 156) Trip- and main odometer Engine oil tem- perature Checking tire inflation Vehicle supply pressure voltage Checking coolant tem- RACETIMER perature Calling up digital speed- Overall analysis ometer or outside tem- perature...
Page 153 Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 7 to b. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
Page 154 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 7 Menu 8 Vehicle status message Settings memory ( page 162) ( page 163) Calling up malfunction Resetting to factory messages, warning mes- settings sages, and system status messages stored in mem- Instrument cluster submenu Time/Date submenu Lighting submenu Vehicle submenu...
Page 155: Standard Display Menu
Controls in detail Control system Standard display menu In the standard display, the main odometer and the trip odometer appear in the multi- function display. 1 Trip odometer 2 Main odometer If you see another display, press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the standard display appears.
Page 156 The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C).
Page 157: Amg Menu
Controls in detail Control system AMG menu This function is only available in AMG vehicles. The main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged as well as the engine oil temperature. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display.
Page 158 RACETIMER Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances and the driver is and must always remain re- sponsible for following posted speed limits. The RACETIMER allows you to time and save driving stretches in hours, minutes and seconds.
Page 159 Controls in detail Control system Saving lap time and starting a new lap You can save up to nine laps. Press button ç while the timer is running. The intermediate time will be shown for 5 seconds. Press button ç within 5 seconds. The intermediate time shown will be saved as a lap time.
Page 160: Off-Road Mode Menu
Lap analysis These functions are only available if you have saved at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the mul- tifunction display. Press button j repeatedly until the lap analysis appears in the multifunc- tion display.
Page 161: Audio Menu
Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to satellite radio service pro- vider are required for satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For more information, refer to separate...
Page 162: Nav* Menu
Operating CD player Selecting CD track Turn on the COMAND system and select CD. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the settings for the CD currently being played appear in the multifunc- tion display.
Page 163: Airmatic*/Compass Menu
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center to address the malfunc- tion and warning messages ( page 413). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly...
Page 164: Settings Menu
If the vehicle status message memory menu does not appear, no messages have been stored. If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: Press button k or j. The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in which they have occurred.
Page 165 Controls in detail Control system The following settings and submenus are available in the Settings menu: Function Page Resetting all settings Submenus in the settings menu 165 Instrument cluster submenu Time/Date submenu Lighting submenu Vehicle submenu Comfort submenu* Resetting all settings You can reset the functions of all submenus to the factory settings.
Page 166 Submenus in the Settings menu Press button j. The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display. Press button ç. The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with button ç, scroll up with the button æ.
Page 167 Controls in detail Control system The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making individual settings can be found on the following pages. Instrument cluster Time/Date ( page 167) ( page 169) Selecting speedometer Setting the time display mode...
Page 168 Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instrument Cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instrument Cluster submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Selecting speedometer display mode Selecting language Selecting display (digital speedometer or outside temperature) for status indica- Selecting speedometer display mode...
Page 169 Controls in detail Control system Available languages: German English French Italian Spanish Dutch Swedish Danish Turkish Portuguese Russian (Canada only) Selecting display (digital speedometer or outside temperature) for status indicator Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instrument Cluster submenu.
Page 170 Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the time and date settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Setting the time Setting the date If your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module*, see separate COMAND system operating instruc- tions for information on how to set the date and...
Page 171 Controls in detail Control system Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle. The following functions are available: Function Page Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only) Setting locator lighting Setting night security illumination 171...
Page 172 Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated, the exterior lamp switch in position U ( page 135) and the interior lighting in au- tomatic mode ( page 143), the following lamps will switch on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked using button Œ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO: Parking lamps...
Page 173 Controls in detail Control system Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headlamp Delayed Shut-off appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 174 Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to make general vehicle settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Compass adjustment Compass calibration Audio search function Setting automatic central locking Limiting opening height of tailgate* Compass adjustment This function is not available if your vehicle...
Page 175 Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Setting Zone appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to set the respective compass zone. For information on how to call up the compass, see “Compass”...
Page 176 Drive a full circle at a vehicle speed of between 3 mph and 6 mph (5 km/h and 10 km/h). When calibration was successful, the following message appears in the mul- tifunction display: Compass Calibration Completed Successfully If the message Compass Calibration Completed Successfully does not appear in the multifunction display, drive another full circle.
Page 177 Controls in detail Control system Limiting opening height of tailgate* Use this function to activate or deactivate the limiting opening height of the tailgate. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Vehicle submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Opening Limiter Tailgate...
Page 178: Vehicle Configuration
Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Comfort submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Easy-entry Function appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to switch the easy-entry/exit feature Setting fold-in function* for exterior rear view mirrors...
Page 179: Trip Computer Menu
Controls in detail Control system DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) programmed default speed In the menu, you can program the default speed the DSR is set to when it is activated. You can program the default speed be- tween 4-10 mph (Canada: 6-18 km/h). The set value is increased in 1 mph (Canada: 2 km/h) increments.
Page 180 Fuel consumption statistics since start Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 Average speed since start 4 Average fuel consumption since start All statistics stored since the last engine start will be reset approximately 4 hours after the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to...
Page 181: Tel* Menu
Controls in detail Control system Distance to empty Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message appears in Range: the multifunction display. The calculated remaining driving range based on the current fuel tank level appears in the multifunction display.
Page 182 Which messages will appear in the multi- function display depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off: If the telephone is off, the message TEL Off appears in the multifunction display. If the telephone is on: The telephone will then search for a network.
Page 183 Controls in detail Control system 1 Name from the phone book If you press and hold button j or k for longer than 1 second, the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names until you release the button again. Cancel the quick search mode by pressing button t.
Page 184: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 54). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions.
Page 185 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The current transmission position P, R, N, or D appears in the multifunction display ( page 187). Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatic trans- mission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 186 Shifting from P to R With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. Move gear selector lever up past the re- sistance point to select reverse gear R. The gear selector lever returns to its original position.
Page 187: Shifting Procedure
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. With drive position D selected, you can use the steering wheel gearshift control buttons ( page 193) to influence trans-...
Page 188: Transmission Positions
P. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Controls in detail Automatic transmission SmartKey: If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and...
Page 189 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Make it a practice to always shift into park position P before turning off the engine and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a front door or when using KEYLESS-GO*, before turning off the engine with the start/stop button and open- ing a front door.
Page 190 ( page 499) Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason in neutral position N can result in trans- mission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Controls in detail Automatic transmission Effect ê...
Page 191: Driving Tips
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 192 Rocking the vehicle Rocking the vehicle by shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R can help free a vehicle stuck in mud or snow. The engine control system of this vehicle electronically limits shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R to very low speeds, i.e.
Page 193: Gear Ranges
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within. You can limit the gear range by pressing the left gearshift button on the steering wheel gearshift control, and reverse the gear range limit by pressing the right gear- shift button on the steering wheel gearshift...
Page 194: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 1 Left shift button: limiting gear range or downshift (in program mode M) 2 Right shift button: extending gear...
Page 195: Shift Program (Ml 63 Amg Only)
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. You can choose between automatic shift program C or S and manual shift program M.
Page 196 The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display. 1 Current program mode Automatic shift program You can choose between automatic shift program C or S. Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the multifunction display.
Page 197 ( page 28). Otherwise the en- gine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly press right shift button 2 ( page 193). The transmission shifts to the next higher gear.
Page 198: Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)
Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Shift to drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Controls in detail Automatic transmission...
Page 199: Transfer Case
10 seconds. ® Active braking action through the ESP otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The vehicle is equipped with permanent four-wheel drive. Both the front and rear axles are powered at all times when the vehicle is being operated.
Page 200: Good Visibility
Good visibility For information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” ( page 60). Headlamp cleaning system* The headlamps will automatically be cleaned with a high-pressure water jet when you have switched on the headlamps operated the windshield wipers with windshield washer fluid five times When you switch off the headlamps, the counter resets.
Page 201: Power Folding Exterior Rear View Mirrors
Controls in detail Good visibility Warning! The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sen- sors in the interior rear view mirror. The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not react, for example, when transporting cargo which covers the rear window.
Page 202: Sun Visors
Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in and out manually The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are not folded out completely. The button is located on the door control panel. 1 Button for folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out Switch on the ignition ( page 40).
Page 203 Controls in detail Good visibility 1 Sun visor 2 Additional sun visor 3 Mirror lamp 4 Vanity mirror cover 5 Vanity mirror 6 Holder for gas cards 7 Mounting Glare through the windshield Swing sun visor 1 down. Make sure sun visor 1 is properly en- gaged in mounting 7.
Page 204: Rear Window Defroster
To avoid damage to vanity mirror cover 4 ( page 202), make sure it is closed before pivoting sun visor 1 to the side. Adjust sun visor 1 by pushing or pull- ing in the direction of arrows. Swing down additional sun visor 2 when you experience additional glare through the windshield.
Page 205: Climate Control
Controls in detail Climate control...
Page 206 1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air vent 4 Windshield air vents 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Left center air vent, adjustable 7 Right center air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control...
Page 207 Controls in detail Climate control 1 Temperature control, left 2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual) 3 Front defroster 4 Increasing air volume 5 Air distribution (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) 6 Rear climate control* on/off Air supply for rear passenger compartment on/off : USA only...
Page 208 Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode is deactivated ( page 214).
Page 209: Climate Control System
Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating the climate control system Warning! When the climate control system is switched off, the outside air supply and cir- culation are also switched off. Only choose this settings for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others.
Page 210: Setting The Temperature
Press air distribution button 5, 9, or a ( page 206). The indicator lamp on button U goes out. The automatic operation of air distribution switches off. Setting the temperature Use temperature controls 1 and 7 ( page 206) to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment.
Page 211: Adjusting Air Volume
Controls in detail Climate control Adjusting air volume Five blower speeds are available. Press button ˜ to decrease or button Q to increase air volume ( page 206) to the desired level. The indicator lamp on button U ( page 206) goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off.
Page 212 The climate control switches to the follow- ing functions automatically: most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature air flows onto the windshield and the front door windows (side air vents must be open) the air conditioning compressor switches on at outside temperatures above approximately 41°F (5°C) for air-drying...
Page 213: Air Recirculation Mode
Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating Press button | ( page 206) once more. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turned off. The previous settings are in effect again. The air conditioning compressor remains switched on. To switch off, you can also press button ´...
Page 214 Activating Press button : ( page 206). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air recirculation mode is activated auto- matically at high outside temperatures. The indicator lamp on button : is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on auto- matically.
Page 215: Air Conditioning
Controls in detail Climate control The closing of the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof can be reversed by again pressing and holding the : button. Convenience closing Press button : for approximately 2 seconds. The windows and/or tilt/sliding sun- roof will close. You can release button : once the closing proce- dure has begun.
Page 216: Residual Heat And Ventilation
The compressor has turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes.
Page 217: Rear Climate Control
Controls in detail Climate control Rear climate control* The rear climate control panel is only available if your vehicle is equipped with seat heating* for the rear seats or Rear Audio fea- ture* (see separate COMAND System operating instructions). The control panel is located on the rear of the front center console.
Page 218 Operating from the front Deactivating Press button : on the front climate control panel ( page 206). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Reactivating Press button : on the front climate control panel ( page 206). The indicator lamp on the button goes out.
Page 219: 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control*...
Page 220 1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side and door air vent 4 Windshield air vents 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Left center air vent, adjustable 7 Right center air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control...
Page 221 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* 1 Temperature control, left 2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual) 3 Air distribution, driver’s side 4 Front defroster 5 Increasing air volume 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, passenger side 8 Rear automatic climate control on/off >...
Page 222 Warning! When operating the automatic climate con- trol, the air that enters the passenger com- partment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set tem- perature). This may cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents.
Page 223: Deactivating The Automatic Climate Control System
Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode is deactivated ( page 220).
Page 224: Operating The Automatic Climate Control System In Automatic Mode
Reactivating Press button U( page 220). You can also press button ´ ( page 220) on the automatic climate control panel. If you press button | ( page 220) to reactivate the automatic climate control system, the defrosting mode is activated. Operating the automatic climate control system in automatic mode You can switch the automatic climate con-...
Page 225: Adjusting Air Distribution
Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Decreasing Turn the temperature control 1 and/or 9 slightly counterclockwise. The automatic climate control system will correspondingly adjust the interior air temperature. Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 3, h, or j for the driver’s side, or 7, b, or c ( page 220) for the passenger side to separately adjust the air distribution on each side of the passenger compartment.
Page 226: Adjusting Air Volume
Opening the side air vents Turn thumbwheels 3 and b ( page 218) to the right. The corresponding side air vents on the left and right are open. Closing the side air vents Turn thumbwheels 3 and b ( page 218) to the left. The corresponding side air vents on the left and right are closed.
Page 227: Maximum Cooling Maxcool
Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Turn temperature control 1 and/or 7 ( page 220) slightly in any direction. Heating switches to the temperature that was set before the front defroster was switched on. The indicator lamp on button | goes out.
Page 228: Air Recirculation Mode
Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e.g. before driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endangering you and others.
Page 229 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Air recirculation mode with conve- nience closing and opening feature Warning! Never operate the side windows and tilt/sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. When using the air recirculation mode with convenience closing feature, should the up- ward movement of a window be blocked by...
Page 230: Air Conditioning
The compressor has turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Using driver-side settings for all tem- perature zones You can use the settings of the driver’s side, such as temperature, air volume and air distribution, for all temperature zones.
Page 231: Residual Heat And Ventilation
Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Activating Adjust the temperature, air volume and air distribution ( page 220). Press button ; ( page 220). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The driver-side settings are used for all temperature zones.
Page 232: Rear Automatic Climate Control
Rear automatic climate control The control panel is located at the rear of the front center console. 1 Left rear center air vent, adjustable 2 Right rear center air vent, adjustable 3 Temperature control 4 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual) 5 Air distribution (directs air through the center air vents)
Page 233 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Operating from the front Deactivating Press button > ( page 220). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. In display e ( page 220), you will see the > symbol followed by MODE approximately 3 seconds.
Page 234 Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 5 or 6 to adjust the air distribution for the rear passenger compartment. The symbols on the controls represent the following functions: Symbol Function Directs air to the center air vents Directs air to the footwells and the side air vents Adjusting manually Press the desired air distribution con-...
Page 235 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control* Adjusting air volume Adjusting manually Five blower speeds are available. Press button ˜ to decrease or button Q to increase air volume to the desired level. The indicator lamp on the button U goes out.
Page 236: Power Windows
Power windows The door windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door win- dows are located on the driver’s door con- trol panel. The switches for the respective door windows are located on the front passenger door and the rear doors. Warning! When closing the windows, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed...
Page 237: Door Windows
Controls in detail Power windows Door windows 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window 3 Right rear door window 4 Left rear door window Opening the door windows Press switch 1, 2, 3, or 4 ( page 236) to the resistance point. The corresponding door window moves downwards until you release the switch.
Page 238: Synchronizing The Door Windows
If the upward movement of a door window is blocked during the closing procedure, the door window will stop and open slightly. Remove the obstruction. Pull the respective door window switch past the resistance point again and release. If the door window still does not close when there is no obstruction, pull and hold the respec- tive power window switch.
Page 239: Convenience Closing Feature
Controls in detail Power windows Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outside door handle. The SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* must be in close proxim- ity to the driver’s outside door handle. Press and hold button Œ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof have reached...
Page 240 Controls in detail Power windows Press and hold button ‹ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are completely closed. Release button ‹ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* to interrupt the closing procedure. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle ( page 69) until...
Page 241: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the tilt/sliding sunroof is open, reso- nance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises.
Page 242 Depending on the current position, the tilt/sliding sunroof may also open or close when the air recirculation button : on the control panel of the climate control ( page 206) or automatic climate control* ( page 220) is pressed and held. The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electrically.
Page 243: Synchronizing
If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call Road- side Assistance ( page 298).
Page 244 Switch off the ignition ( page 40). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Switch off the ignition ( page 41). Open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch).
Page 245: Driving Systems
Controls in detail Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are described on the following pages: Cruise control ( page 244), with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed. Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) ( page 249), which supports you when you are driving downhill.
Page 246 Warning! The cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation. The driver is and must always remain responsible for the vehicle’s speed and for safe brake operation. Only use the cruise control if the road, traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed.
Page 247 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (30 km/h). In the following cases you cannot activate the cruise control: when you brake when you have set the parking brake when the automatic transmission is set to position P, R, or N ®...
Page 248 The cruise control switches off automatically when you step on the brake pedal you depress the parking brake pedal The cruise control switches off automatically and an acoustic warning will sound when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30 km/h) ®...
Page 249 Controls in detail Driving systems Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 ( page 245). Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed increases in incre- ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate.
Page 250: Downhill Speed Regulation (Dsr)
Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) Warning! The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions permit. Possible acceleration or decelera- tion differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others.
Page 251 Controls in detail Driving systems Whenever DSR is switched on, DSR will use the programmed default speed to regulate the vehicle’s speed. The default speed programmed at the factory is 4 mph (Canada: 6 km/h). The default speed can be reprogrammed using the control system ( page 178).
Page 252 Switching Downhill Speed Regulation on The DSR can only be switched on if the vehi- cle speed is below 18 mph (Canada: 30 km/h). Press DSR switch 1 ( page 250). The indicator lamp 2 comes on. The message and the set speed ap- pear in the multifunction display.
Page 253 Controls in detail Driving systems You can increase or reduce the set speed in two ways. Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments The set value is increased or decreased in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments each time you lift or depress the cruise control lever to the resistance point.
Page 254: Off-Road Driving Program
Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed decreases in incre- ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). Each time the set speed is changed, will appear in the multifunction dis- play and the newly set speed is shown. The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate or decelerate.
Page 255: Air Suspension Program
Controls in detail Driving systems Switching Off-road driving program on Press switch 1 ( page 253). Indicator lamp 2 comes on. The symbol y appears in the lower multifunction display. Switching Off-road driving program off Press switch 1 again. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The symbol y disappears.
Page 256: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)
Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* The fine tuning of the damping and suspen- sion is dependent on: your driving style road surface conditions your personal ADS settings your personal vehicle level settings The ADS switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 ADS switch 2 Indicator lamp for SPORT setting 3 Indicator lamp for COMF setting...
Page 257 Controls in detail Driving systems The parked vehicle begins adjusting to the set vehicle level as soon the doors and tail- gate are unlocked opened or closed with the vehicle unlocked In order to operate the vehicle level control switch ( page 257), however, the engine must be running.
Page 258 Setting the vehicle level The switch is located on the upper part of the center console. 1 Vehicle level switch 2 Indicator lamp Basic settings (all models, except ML 63 AMG) The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using the vehicle level switch in the center console: Level Driving situation...
Page 259 Controls in detail Driving systems Basic settings (ML 63 AMG only) The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using the vehicle level switch in the center console: Level Driving situation Raised For off-road driving or driv- ing in rough terrain. The in- dicator lamp is on.
Page 260: Parktronic System
Highway level Keep in mind that in rough or uneven roads, adjusting the vehicle to a lower level may cause the vehicle underbody to come in contact with the road and result in damage to the vehicle un- derbody. Always make sure the vehicle has suffi- cient ground clearance before adjusting it to a lower level.
Page 261 Controls in detail Driving systems The operational function of the Parktronic system can be affected by dirty sensors, especially at times of snow and ice. See “Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors” ( page 394). Interference caused by other ultrasonic signals (e.g. working jackhammers, car wash, or the air brakes of trucks) can cause the system to send erratic indications, and should be taken into consideration.
Page 262 Range of the sensors To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damaging the sensors, see “Cleaning the Parktronic* system sensors” ( page 394). During parking maneuvers, pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e.g.
Page 263 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the rel- ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is located above the center air vents in the dashboard. The warning indi- cator for the rear area is located in the rear passenger compartment under the roof.
Page 264 Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The Parktronic system switches on automatically when you switch on the ignition ( page 40). Vehicles with original equipment Mercedes-Benz Trailer Hitch Kit: The rear Parktronic sensor will automatically disengage when towing a trailer. Controls in detail...
Page 265: Rear View Camera
Controls in detail Driving systems Switch off the ignition ( page 40). Clean the Parktronic system sensors ( page 394). Switch on the ignition ( page 40). Check the Parktronic system operation at another location to rule out interfer- ence from outside radio or ultrasonic signals.
Page 266 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these sit- uations. Otherwise you could injure yourself or others and/or damage property including your vehicle while parking/maneuvering.
Page 267: Loading
Roof rails For further information, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Loading instructions Warning! Always fasten items being carried as secure- ly as possible using cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load.
Page 268 Load distribution The gross vehicle weight which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, pas- sengers and luggage/cargo must never exceed the load limit and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 510).
Page 269: Cargo Tie-Down Rings
Controls in detail Loading Cargo tie-down rings Your vehicle is equipped with six cargo tie-down rings. Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo. While the cargo net* ( page 272) will help protect you from smaller objects, it cannot pre- vent the movement of large, heavier objects into the passenger compartment in an accident, dur-...
Page 270: Hooks
Hooks Four hooks are located on the rear com- partment trim panels, two on each side. 1 Hook Use the hooks to secure light weight items only. The maximum permissible weight per hook is 9 lb (4 kg). Expanding cargo compartment You can separately fold the left and right rear seat backrests to expand the cargo compartment.
Page 271 Controls in detail Loading 1 Release loop 2 Seat cushion Pull release loop 1. Fold seat cushion 2 forward. 3 Release handle 4 Seat backrest Make sure the rear seat head restraints are in the lowermost position ( page 127). Pull release handle 3.
Page 272: Cargo Compartment Cover Blind
Returning the rear seat backrest to original position 1 Seat backrest 2 Seat cushion Fold seat backrest 1 rearward until it engages. The red indicator 5 ( page 270) should no longer be visible. Fold seat cushion 2 rearward until it locks into position.
Page 273: Cargo Net
Controls in detail Loading Installing blind Before installing cargo compartment cover blind behind the front seats, fold the rear seats forward. Place left side of blind 2 in left mount. Position right side of blind 2 over right mount. Press release button 1 and guide cover 2 into mount.
Page 274 Use of the cargo net is a particularly impor- tant safety factor when the vehicle is load- ed higher than the top of the seat backrests with smaller objects. For your safety, always use the cargo net when transporting cargo. The cargo net can be installed in two locations: 1 Holder in B-pillar...
Page 275 Controls in detail Loading Pulling the cargo net tight Belt hook attached behind the front seats 1 Belt hook 2 Cargo tie-down ring 3 Tightening belt Hook belt hook 1 into cargo tie-down ring 2 in direction of arrow. Pull tightening belt 3 by the loose end in direction of arrow until the cargo net is pulled tight.
Page 276: Cargo Management System
Cargo management system* Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo management system and accompanying accessories which enables you to utilize your cargo compartment in a variety of ways. You can store the cargo manage- ment system in the pouch that comes with the vehicle.
Page 277 Controls in detail Loading Inserting the cargo tie-down ring in the mounting element 1 Cargo tie-down ring 2 Mounting element Warning! The cargo tie-down rings should be subject to equal loads. Make sure to comply with the information provided in the loading instruc- tions ( page 266).
Page 278 Place load between the cargo net and the side wall of the cargo compart- ment. Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1. With the other hand, slowly pull net over load until it is taut. Telescoping rod 1 Telescoping rod 2 Mounting element The telescoping rod can be used to tighten the load against the rear seats so as to secure it...
Page 279 Controls in detail Loading Vehicles with rear seat heating*: Depending on vehicle production date your vehi- cle may equipped with a plug connection for the rear seat heating*. In this case, the electrical contact on the bottom of the seat cushion must be disconnected before removing the rear seat cushions.
Page 280: Useful Features
Useful features Storage compartments Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put lug- gage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
Page 281 Controls in detail Useful features Closing CD changer* 1 CD changer Gently push CD changer 1 up in direc- tion of arrow until it engages. For information on CD changer operation, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g.
Page 282 Storage compartment in front center console Depending on vehicle configuration, the lower storage compartment contains an ashtray ( page 285). Briefly press the front of the cover. The cover opens automatically. Depending on vehicle configuration your vehicle may not equipped with an upper storage compartment.
Page 283 Controls in detail Useful features 2 Storage/telephone* compartment 3 Coin holder Opening the storage/telephone* com- partment Pull button 1 and lift up armrest. The coin holders 3 are located in front of storage/telephone* compartment 2. Rear storage compartments Depending on the vehicle configuration, your vehicle may be equipped with three storage compartments in the front of the rear seats.
Page 284: Parcel Nets
Parcel nets Warning! Do not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the parcel net on the back of the front passen- ger seat. Otherwise, the Occupant Classifi- cation System OCS ( page 79) may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category.
Page 285: Cup Holders
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep rear cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci- dent.
Page 286: Ashtrays
Removing and reinstalling cup holder The front cup holder can be removed for cleaning purposes. 1 Cup holder 2 Bridge with card, ticket holder Hold cup holder at its bridge 2 and pull out bridge in direction of arrow. Pull cup holder 1 out in direction of ar- row.
Page 287: Cigarette Lighter
Controls in detail Useful features Rear center console ashtray (front of rear seats) Close the ashtray when not in use and be- fore folding the rear seats 1 Ashtray 2 Ashtray cover Opening rear ashtray Briefly press ashtray cover 2. The ashtray 1 opens automatically.
Page 288: Power Outlets
Switch on the ignition ( page 40). 1 Cigarette lighter Open the ashtray ( page 285). Push in cigarette lighter 1. The cigarette lighter will pop out auto- matically when hot. The lighter socket can accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 180 W) designed for use with the standard “cigarette lighter”...
Page 289 Controls in detail Useful features Power outlets are located in the front center console ( page 288) in the front passenger footwell ( page 288) in the rear center console ( page 288) on the right-hand side of the cargo compartment ( page 289) Power outlet in front center console 1 Power outlet cover...
Page 290: Floormats
Power outlet in cargo compartment Switch on the ignition ( page 40). Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). Floormats Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fas- tened using eyelets 2 and retainer pins 1 ( page 289).
Page 291: Heated Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Useful features Heated steering wheel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. The stalk is on the lower left-hand side of the steering wheel. 1 Switching on 2 Indicator lamp 3 Switching off Switching on Switch on the ignition ( page 39).
Page 292: Telephone
These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using.
Page 293 Controls in detail Useful features Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on features available for your mobile phone of choice. The contact plate for the mobile phone cradle is located in the front center arm- rest.
Page 294 The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc- tion steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone’s display.
Page 295: Tele Aid
Controls in detail Useful features Installing a different mobile phone cra- Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1. Push mobile phone cradle 3 forward until it engages.
Page 296 To activate, press the SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button • or the Information button ¡, depend- ing on the type of response required. The SOS button is located in the overhead control panel ( page 33). The Roadside Assistance button • ( page 298) and the Information button ¡...
Page 297 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatical-...
Page 298 The Tele Aid system is available if it has been activated and is operation- al. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air time vehicle battery power is available the relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center Location of the vehicle on a map is only pos-...
Page 299 Open the storage compartment ( page 282). Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message...
Page 300 The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance Manual for more information.
Page 301 Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be estab- lished. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and servic- es is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and...
Page 302 If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system does not reset, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada.
Page 303: Garage Door Opener
Controls in detail Useful features Garage door opener The integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices. It provides a convenient way to re- place up to three hand-held remote con- trols used to operate devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, or oth- ®...
Page 304 When programming a garage door opener, park the vehicle outside the garage. Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconscious- ness and possible death.
Page 305 Controls in detail Useful features Step 5: After indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote control button and the signal transmitter button. Step 6: Press and hold the just-trained signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) and observe indicator lamp 1.
Page 306 Step 12: Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed signal trans- mitter button (2, 3 or 4). Step 13: To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 307 If you should experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 308: Compass
USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 309: Infrared Reflecting Windshield
Controls in detail Useful features Infrared reflecting windshield* 1 Infrared transparent areas Infrared reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehi- cle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic devices, e.g.
Page 310: Operation
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Page 311: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main- taining and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
Page 312: Driving Instructions
Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driv- ing in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly areas.
Page 313: Power Assistance
10 seconds. ® Active braking action through the ESP otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly...
Page 314 This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. After hard braking, it is advisable to drive...
Page 315 Operation Driving instructions High-performance brake system (ML 63 AMG only) The high-performance brake system is de- signed to operate under the extremely high operating demands required to accommo- date the performance capabilities of the vehicle. The brakes may produce a squeak- ing-type noise depending on the vehicle speed brake force applied...
Page 316: Driving Off
® period with the ESP switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.
Page 317: Hydroplaning
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...
Page 318: Tire Speed Rating
Exercise appro- priate caution. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed.
Page 319: Winter Driving Instructions
Operation Driving instructions For information on speed ratings for winter tires, see “Winter tires” ( page 384). For additional general information on tire speed markings on the tire sidewall, see “Tire speed rating” ( page 382). Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers.
Page 320: Standing Water
Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Vehicles with air suspension program*: Select the raised level ( page 255) before driving through standing water.
Page 321 Operation Driving instructions Never let the vehicle roll backwards in idle. You may lose control of the vehicle if you use only the service brake. For information on driving downhill, see “Driving downhill” ( page 324). Warning! Sand, dirt, mud and other material having friction property can cause exceptional wear and tear as well as brake failure.
Page 322 Off-road driving rules Engage the off-road driving program ( page 253) before driving under off-road conditions. Vehicles with air suspension program*: Make sure you select a vehicle level ( page 255) appropriate to the topo- graphical conditions. Always make sure the vehicle has enough ground clearance.
Page 323 Check the engine oil level ( page 343). The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Tires Check the tread depth and maintain...
Page 324 Vehicles with air suspension pro- gram* Raised level 34° 29° 31° Highway 29° 22° 27° Vehicles with AMG Sport-Package* ML 63 AMG Raised level 28° 29° Highway 23° 24° Comply with the warnings ( page 319) and rules for off-road driving ( page 321).
Page 325 Operation Driving instructions Driving across a hilltop Decelerate just ahead of a hilltop (do not shift automatic transmission to position N), to prevent the vehicle from speeding up too much after climbing a hill. Use the momentum of the vehicle to drive across the hilltop.
Page 326 Before driving through water, deter- mine its depth. The water depth must not exceed the respective value listed in the table. The ground under the water might not be firm which could result the water being deeper than expected when driving the vehicle through it. Please note that the water level is correspondingly lower for flowing water.
Page 327 Operation Driving instructions When driving over tree stumps, big rocks and other obstacles, observe the following rules: Make sure the off-road driving program ( page 253) is switched on. Avoid high engine speeds. Shift automatic transmission to position 1 ( page 192). Check the vehicle clearance before crossing obstacles.
Page 328 Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires ap- pear unsafe, have it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or tire dealer for repairs. Damage to the vehicle may influence driving comfort and pose the risk of accident to you and other drivers.
Page 329: Trailer Towing
Follow the guidelines below carefully to as- sure safe trailer operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center should you require an explana- tion of information contained in this manual. Trailer hitch* Only install a trailer hitch receiver ap- proved for your vehicle.
Page 330 7200 lb (3265 kg) Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is the maximum permissible weight on the trailer tongue: 576 lb (261 kg) limit for Mercedes-Benz approved hitch receiver. Operation Driving instructions Loading a trailer...
Page 331 Operation Driving instructions Checking weights of vehicle and trailer To assure that the tow vehicle and trail- er are in compliance with the maximum permissible weight limits have the load- ed rig (tow vehicle including driver, pas- sengers and cargo, trailer fully loaded) weighed on a commercial scale.
Page 332 You should consider using a trailer sway control system. For further information, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P ( page 185). Set the parking brake for the vehicle ( page 65).
Page 333 Operation Driving instructions Adjust the mirrors ( page 49) to permit unobstructed view beyond rear of trailer. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving slowly, and then apply only the trailer brake controller by hand to make sure the brakes are working properly.
Page 334 Extreme care must be exercised since your vehicle with a trailer will require additional passing distance ahead than when driving without a trailer. Because your vehicle and trailer is longer than your vehicle alone, you will also need to go much farther ahead of the passed vehicle before you can re- turn to your lane.
Page 335: Passenger Compartment
Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center...
Page 336: Catalytic Converter (Gasoline Engine)
Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna. Catalytic converter (gasoline engine) Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con- trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis- sions.
Page 337: Coolant Temperature
Driving instructions Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly accord- ing to Mercedes-Benz servicing require- ments. For details refer to the Maintenance Booklet. Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health.
Page 338: At The Gas Station
In addition, the vehicle could catch fire. Damage resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Diesel engine: When filling the diesel fuel tank using fuel containers, place a filling filter, a suede cloth or a clean flannel cloth as a filter.
Page 339 (gasoline engine)” ( page 526), see “Fuel requirements” ( page 526), and the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Diesel engine: Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM).
Page 340: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip
15 ppm The use of such non-approved fuels and/or special additives is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is of- fered in the winter months.
Page 341 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Brake fluid”...
Page 342: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehi- cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Opening Warning! If you see flames or smoke coming from the...
Page 343 Operation Engine compartment Warning! Vehicles with diesel engine: The engine is equipped with a high-voltage electronic control unit for the injection system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components of the injection system (injectors, electrical wires) with the engine running while starting the engine when the ignition is switched on...
Page 344: Engine Oil
Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 345 Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Example illustration ML 320 CDI (ML 350, ML 550 similar)
Page 346: Transmission Fluid Level
Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center check the automatic trans- mission. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze.
Page 347: Windshield/Rear Window Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Operation Engine compartment The coolant expansion tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compart- ment. 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Indicator wall 4 Coolant level Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approx- imately one half turn counterclockwise to release any excess pressure.
Page 348 During all seasons, add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” to water. Premix the windshield washer fluid in a suitable container. Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn.
Page 349: Tires And Wheels
Replace rims or tires with the same designa- tion, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for fur- ther information. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are mounted: The wheel brakes or suspension components can be damaged.
Page 350: Tire Care And Maintenance
Tire care and maintenance Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage. Dam- aged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them.
Page 351 Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approx- imately...
Page 352: Direction Of Rotation
Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantag- es, such as better hydroplaning perfor- mance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire.
Page 353 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to loading your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar.
Page 354 Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observe front and rear seating capacity. The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 352).
Page 355 Operation Tires and wheels Step 4 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400-750 (5 x150) = 650 lbs).
Page 356 Example Combined Number of weight limit occupants of occu- (driver and pants and passengers) cargo from placard 1500 lbs 1500 lbs 1500 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available. For more information, see “Trailer tongue load”...
Page 357 Operation Tires and wheels Certification label Even after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue load (if applicable) ( page 356) as to not exceed the permis- sible load limit, you must make sure that your vehicle never exceeds the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for ei-...
Page 358: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Recommended tire inflation pressure Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being over- heated. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation...
Page 359 If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for proper tire inflation pressure. Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for...
Page 360: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire inflation pressure changes by approxi- mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure where the temperature is different from the outside temperature. Checking tire inflation pressure Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month.
Page 361 Operation Tires and wheels If you have overfilled the tire, release tire in- flation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. Install the valve cap.
Page 362 Warning! The Run Flat Indicator does not provide a warning for wrongly selected tire inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pres- sure according to the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 352) or, if available, on the tire inflation pressure label located on the inside of the fuel filler flap ( page 337).
Page 363 Operation Tires and wheels If you wish to confirm activation: Press button æ. The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Run Flat Indicator Restarted After a certain “learning phase”, the Run Flat Indicator checks the set pressure val- ues for all four tires.
Page 364: Tires And Wheels
Warning! The TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pressure according to the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar or, if available, the supplemental tire inflation pressure infor- mation on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Page 365 Operation Tires and wheels TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue...
Page 366 Restart the TPMS after adjusting the tire in- flation pressure to the inflation pressure recom- mended for the vehicle operating condition. Tire pressure should only be adjusted on cold tires. Observe the recommended tire inflation pres- sure on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 352).
Page 367 Operation Tires and wheels Possible differences between the readings of a tire pressure gauge of an air hose, e.g. gas station equipment, and the vehicle’s control system can occur. Usually the readings issued by the control system are more precise. Switch on the ignition ( page 40).
Page 368 Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-Pillar or, if available, the tire inflation pressure label on the fuel filler flap.
Page 369 Operation Tires and wheels Restarting Advanced TPMS* The TPMS usually recognizes new refer- ence values automatically, for example when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure changed wheels or tires mounted new wheels or tires Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to calibrate the TPMS on the recommended cold infla- tion pressure.
Page 370 Press button æ. The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Tire Pressure Monitor Restarted After a few minutes driving, the current tire inflation pressure values are ac- cepted as reference values and then monitored. If you wish to cancel activation: Press button ç.
Page 371: Tire Labeling
Operation Tires and wheels Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire. Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle’s tires: 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards ( page 377) 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( page 374)
Page 372 General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire based on European design standards. Letter “P”...
Page 373 Operation Tires and wheels Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR ( page 380) of your vehicle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part.
Page 374 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the size designation (for exam- ple: 245/40 ZR18). To determine the maximum speed capability of the tire, the service description for the tire must be referred to.
Page 375: Load Identification
Operation Tires and wheels Load identification 1 Load identification For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. In addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designat- ing the tire speed rating ( page 370).
Page 376 1 DOT 2 Manufacturer’s identification mark 3 Tire size 4 Tire type code (at the option of the tire manufacturer) 5 Date of manufacture For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration.
Page 377: Maximum Tire Load
Operation Tires and wheels Maximum tire load 1 Maximum tire load rating For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. The maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support.
Page 378: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.s. Vehicles)
Always follow the recommended tire inflation pressure ( page 357) for proper tire inflation. Warning! Never exceed the max. tire inflation pressure. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being over- heated.
Page 379 Operation Tires and wheels Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rat- ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 380: Tire Ply Material
Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underin- flation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause excessive heat build-up and possible tire failure.
Page 381 Operation Tires and wheels Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Page 382 Maximum load rating The maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, total load limit and production options weight. Maximum tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions.
Page 383: Rotating Tires
Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire manufac- turers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
Page 384 Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. For information on wheel change, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 448) and ( page 478).
Page 385: Winter Driving
Operation Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. This service includes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system.
Page 386: Block Heater (Canada Only)
Adapt your driving style accordingly. Have the spare tire replaced with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Block heater (Canada only) The engine is equipped with a block heater.
Page 387: Maintenance
Operation Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the maintenance service indicator display. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in...
Page 388 Service A Exceeded By XXXXX Miles (Km) Service A Exceeded By XXX Days Service A Exceeded By X Day In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed mainte- nance service.
Page 389: Calling Up The Maintenance Service Indicator Display
Such informa- tion is available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or di- rectly from Mercedes-Benz. If the maintenance service indicator was inadvertently reset, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center correct it.
Page 390: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. The best way to protect your vehicle from harmful environmental influences is to wash it and use protective treatments regularly.
Page 391 Post-production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others ap- plied later.
Page 392 Hand-wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Operation Vehicle care Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water.
Page 393 Operation Vehicle care Automatic car wash You can have your car washed in an auto- matic car wash from the start. Automatic car washes without brushes are prefera- ble. To protect the filter system, switch the climate control system ( page 206) or the automatic climate control system* ( page 220) to air recirculation mode.
Page 394 For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you are sure are chrome-plated, use a chrome clean- er. If in doubt whether an ornamental molding is chrome-plated, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Operation Vehicle care Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps,...
Page 395 1 Parktronic* system sensors in front bumper Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. Do not apply strong pressure to the sensor covers.
Page 396 Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera: with a high-pressure cleaner with a dry cloth and high pressure with aggressive cleaning agents You could otherwise damage the camera. Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re- move SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Make sure the...
Page 397 To do so, please drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks.
Page 398 Steering wheel Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor- oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the car- pets. Headliner Use a soft bristle brush or a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.
Page 399 Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet. MB Tex upholstery Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure for cleaning the upholstery. Wood trims...
Page 400: Practical Hints
Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...
Page 401: What To Do If
Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 413). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 402 Apply the parking brake ( page 65). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. If you find that the brake fluid in the brake...
Page 403 The ABS, the BAS, and the ® warning lamp ® are also switched off. Suggested solution Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 404 There is a malfunction in: Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized The fuel management system Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The ignition system An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the...
Page 405 If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Vehicles with diesel engine: After refueling start, turn off and Your fuel tank is empty.
Page 406 Continue driving with added caution. Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 407 Practical hints What to do if … Problem < The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. < You hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. <...
Page 408 Problem < During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you addition- ally hear an intermittent warning chime with increasing intensity. After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt on one of the front seats, the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously.
Page 409 Read and observe messages in the multifunction display. Have the TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few...
Page 410 Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-Pillar or, if available, the tire inflation pressure label on the fuel filler flap.
Page 411 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immedi- ately to have the system checked, otherwise Possible cause/consequence The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark.
Page 412: Lamp In Center Console
Practical hints What to do if … Suggested solution Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps ( page 421).
Page 413 If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out, have the system checked as soon as pos- sible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not transport a child on the front passen- ger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 414: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property dam- age or personal injury.
Page 415 Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Switching on the ignition causes all instrument cluster lamps (except high beam...
Page 416 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon...
Page 417 P, R, or N. The vehicle is secured with the parking brake. Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Accelerate to a speed exceeding 20 mph (30 km/h) and set the speed ( page 244).
Page 418 P and that the parking brake is engaged. Without changing the automatic transmis- sion from position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not drive. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 419 Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible.
Page 420 What to do if … ® is operational again and the message in Have the generator (alternator) and the battery checked. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. ® warning lamp v goes...
Page 421 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immedi- ately to have the system checked; otherwise Possible cause/consequence You have attempted to start the...
Page 422 Display message Possible cause/consequence Front Passenger Airbag Front passenger front air bag Enabled is activated while driving even See Operator’s Manual though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front passenger seat is empty.
Page 423 59 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. remains out even after performing the above...
Page 424 Display message Possible cause/conse- quence Front Passenger Airbag Front passenger front air bag is Disabled deactivated while driving even See Operator’s Manual though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces acting on the seat may make the system sense a decrease in weight.
Page 425 59 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. remains illuminated with an adult occupant...
Page 426 Then restart the Run Flat Indicator ( page 361). Have the Run Flat Indicator checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation around you.
Page 427 Possible solution Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 428 Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 429 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Downhill Speed Regulation is Have the Downhill Speed Regulation malfunctioning. checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The brake pads have reached Have the brake pads replaced as soon as their wear limit.
Page 430 The BAS is also reducing steering capability. switched off. Have the system checked at an The brake system is still func- authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck tional but without the EBP, the Center as soon as possible. ® ABS, and the ESP available.
Page 431 Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon at is safe to do Apply the parking brake ( page 65). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Page 432 If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limit- ed Warranty. (Continued on next page) Practical hints What to do if …...
Page 433 248°F (120°C). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display ( page 154).
Page 434 Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
Page 435 The engine oil level warning should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol dis- played could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Check the engine oil level ( page 343) and add engine oil as required...
Page 436 Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as doors open. soon as it is safe to do so. Close the door(s). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. A loss of pressure has been Check the fuel cap ( page 337).
Page 437 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Not Detected Not Detected Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The SmartKey with Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as KEYLESS-GO* is not detected soon as it is safe to do so. while the engine is running Apply the parking brake ( page 65).
Page 438 You have forgotten to remove Remove the SmartKey from the starter the SmartKey. switch. There is no additional code avail- Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz able for SmartKey or SmartKey Light Truck Center as soon as possible. with KEYLESS-GO*. The SmartKey or SmartKey with...
Page 439 Brake Lamp Right Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The high mounted brake lamp is Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz malfunctioning. This message Light Truck Center as soon as possible. will only appear if a critical num- ber of LEDs have stopped work- ing.
Page 440 ( page 469). Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 467). Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 467).
Page 441 Halogen headlamp: malfunctioning. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 466). Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. The right low beam lamp is Halogen headlamp: malfunctioning. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 466).
Page 442 Display symbol Display message Marker Lamp Front Left Marker Lamp Front Right Parking Lamp Front Left Parking Lamp Front Right Foglamp Rear Left Reverse Lamp Left Reverse Lamp Right Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The left front side marker lamp is Replace the bulb as soon as possible malfunctioning.
Page 443 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Switch Off Lights Tail Lamp Left Tail Lamp Right Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Turn the exterior lamp switch to M You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch and ( page 135).
Page 444 A substitute ( page 468). bulb is being used. The turn signal in the left exteri- Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz or rear view mirror is malfunc- Light Truck Center as soon as possible. tioning. This message will only appear if a critical number of LEDs have stopped working.
Page 445 Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 446 Display symbol Display message Tire Pressure(s) Please Correct Tire Pressure Caution - Tire Defect Caution: Tire Defect Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Page 447 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Tire Pressure Check Tires Check Tires Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Contin- ued driving with a flat tire will cause exces- sive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Page 448 Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h) depending on the set vehicle level. Have the vehicle checked at an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Let the compressor cool until the message disappears. The selected level will be set once the compressor has cooled down.
Page 449: Where Will I Find
Practical hints Where will I find ...? First aid kit Check expiration dates and contents for completeness at least once a year and replace missing/expired items. The first aid kit is located on the driver’s side in the cargo compartment behind the cover.
Page 450 3 Securing hook Release securing hook 3 (located be- low the floor handle) from holder. 3 Securing hook 4 Cargo compartment floor, raised 5 Upper cargo compartment lip Engage securing hook 3 on upper cargo compartment lip 5. With the cargo compartment cover blind installed behind the rear seats ( page 271), disengage cargo compartment cover blind and flip it forward.
Page 451 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Example illustration 6 Wheel wrench 7 Vehicle jack 8 Collapsible wheel chock 9 Fuse chart a Towing eye bolt b Alignment bolt c Spare wheel bolts Depending on production date, your vehicle may be equipped with a scissors-type vehicle jack.
Page 452 Screw-type vehicle jack Storage position Turn crank handle in the direction of arrow as far as it will go. Operational position Turn crank handle clockwise. Before storing the vehicle jack in its storage compartment: The vehicle jack should be fully collapsed.
Page 453: Minispare Wheel (Except Ml 63 Amg)
50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible to have the Minispare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel.
Page 454: Collapsible Tire (Ml 63 Amg Only)
50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible to have the collapsible tire replaced with a regular road wheel.
Page 455 Practical hints Where will I find ...? The collapsible tire is located underneath the cargo compartment floor ( page 448). For information on how to mount the collapsible tire, see “Mounting the spare wheel” ( page 479). Removing the collapsible tire 1 Electric air pump 2 Collapsible tire 3 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing...
Page 456: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency
Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open the driver’s door using the mechanical key. Unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, insert the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch.
Page 457: Locking The Vehicle
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, lock the vehi- cle carrying out the following steps. Close the front passenger door, the rear right door and the tailgate. Open the driver’s door and the rear left door.
Page 458: Fuel Filler Flap
Always make sure there is sufficient over- head clearance. If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside using the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, opening the tailgate from the inside using the emergency release lever will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Insert the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch.
Page 459: Resetting Activated Head Restraints
Warning! For safety reasons, have the active head re- straints checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center after a rear-end collision. Warning! When pushing back the head restraint cush- ion, take care that your fingers do not be- come caught between the head restraint cushion and the cover.
Page 460: Vehicles With Rear Seat Entertainment System
For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seats” ( page 43). Vehicles with Rear seat entertainment system* Take the reset tool out of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch. 1 Reset tool 2 Active head restraint Practical hints Resetting activated head restraints...
Page 461 After resetting the active head restraints store reset tool 1 in the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch. For information on active head restraints, see “Active head restraint” ( page 88). For information on head restraint adjust-...
Page 462: Replacing Smartkey Batteries
When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. Remove mechanical key 1 from the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ( page 455).
Page 463 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries 3 Batteries 4 Contact spring Pull out batteries 3. Using a line-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place. Slide mechanical key 1 back into the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.
Page 464: Replacing Bulbs
Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for headlamp adjustment. If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humid- ity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging.
Page 465 4 Additional turn signal lamp 5 Side marker lamp WY 5 W Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Do not re- place the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Lamp Type 6 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK (30/2.2 cp...
Page 466 Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Replacing the bulbs for the front lamps is a technically complex process. For your conve- nience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Have the headlamp adjustment checked regularly.
Page 467: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 135). Open the hood ( page 341). 1 Housing cover for low beam halogen headlamp 2 Housing cover for high beam halogen...
Page 468 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise. Remove cover 1. Turn bulb socket 2 counterclockwise. Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlamp housing. Pull the low beam bulb out of bulb socket 2. Insert the new low beam bulb into bulb socket 2. Insert bulb socket 2 into the headlamp housing.
Page 469 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Turn cover 1 counterclockwise. Remove cover 1. Turn bulb socket 2 counterclockwise. Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlamp housing. Pull the high beam bulb out of bulb socket 2. Insert the new high beam bulb into bulb socket 2.
Page 470 If not done carefully and properly, damage to the bumper can result. We therefore recom- mend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Removing front fog lamp cover: 1 Cover 2 Front fog lamp or corner-illuminating...
Page 471 The additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors have LEDs. If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func- tion, the entire turn signal unit must be re- placed. Have the turn signal unit replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 472: Replacing Bulbs For Rear Lamps
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 135). Tail lamp unit To access the bulb socket, you have to remove the cover in the corresponding side trim panel of the cargo compartment.
Page 473 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Opening the passenger side trim panel: 1 Lock 2 Cover in right side trim panel Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1. Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by 90° in direction of arrow. Remove cover 2.
Page 474: Adjusting Headlamp Aim
License plate lamp 1 License plate lamp cover 2 Screws Loosen screws 2. Remove license plate lamp cover 1. Replace the tubular bulb. Reinstall license plate lamp cover 1. Retighten screws 2. Adjusting headlamp aim V Vertical centerline H Headlamp mounting height, measured from the center High beam adjustments simultaneously aim the low beam.
Page 475 2: 0.50° pitch screw 3: 0.67° pitch The left and right headlamps must be ad- justed individually. If it is not possible to obtain a proper head- lamp adjustment, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 476: Replacing Wiper Blades
Make sure the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Removing Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board...
Page 477: Rear Wiper Blade
Make sure the wiper blade is properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause rear window damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 478 Removing Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 ( page 42). Do not pull on the wiper blade insert. It could tear. Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear window until it engages.
Page 479: Flat Tire
When driving with a spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do not ex- ceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel.
Page 480: Mounting The Spare Wheel
Warning! When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.
Page 481 Practical hints Flat tire Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects before raising vehicle with jack. Do not disengage parking brake while the vehi- cle is raised. Make sure that the ground on which the ve- hicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid, level and not slippery.
Page 482 Place wheel chock (or another sizeable object) in front of both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed. Changing wheel on a slight incline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface.
Page 483 Practical hints Flat tire Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket. If you do not position the jack correctly in the jack take-up bracket, the vehicle can: fall off the jack seriously or fatally injure you or others...
Page 484 Screw-type jack (example illustration) Scissors-type jack (example illustration) Vehicles with screw-type jack: Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Turn ratchet 4 up and down until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground.
Page 485 Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
Page 486 Inflating the collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) Warning! Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly mounted. Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric pump ( page 485) before lowering the vehicle. Warning! Observe instructions on air pump label. Do not lower the vehicle before inflating the collapsible tire.
Page 487 Practical hints Flat tire Inflate the collapsible tire to the recom- mended tire inflation pressure given in the “Technical data” section ( page 515). This takes about 5 minutes for the col- lapsible tire. Warning! Air hose 4 and union nut 5 can become hot during inflation.
Page 488 Lowering the vehicle Warning! Vehicles with collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only): Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly mounted. Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric pump ( page 485) before lowering the vehicle. Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Attach ratchet to vehicle jack in such a way that the word DOWN can be seen.
Page 489: Bleeding The Fuel System
If the engine still does not start, do not make any further attempts to start the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call Roadside Assistance ( page 298). When the ? malfunction indicator lamp (USA only) or the ± malfunction indicator...
Page 490: Battery
Battery The battery is located under the front passenger seat. Mercedes-Benz recommends to have the battery replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated ser- vice life.
Page 491 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for more information. The factory-equipped VRLA battery is leak-proofed. Only use a battery as replacement...
Page 492: Disconnecting, Removing, Reinstalling And Reconnecting The Battery
( page 497) using the jump start contacts in the engine compartment, or an accessory battery charge unit* approved by Mercedes-Benz must be connected using the jump start contacts in the engine compartment (see separate instructions for the accessory bat- tery charge unit*) before any of the following steps can be performed.
Page 493 Practical hints Battery If the vehicle battery is discharged and you had the vehicle jump started: Leave the engine running. Complete step 1, starting with switching off all electrical consumers. Continue with step 2. When the front passenger seat is in the most forward position, turn off the engine.
Page 494 2 Perforated floor carpet, unfolded Fold the floor carpet piece 2 in direction of the arrow. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward and upward position again ( page 44). Switch off the ignition ( page 40). If the vehicle battery is discharged and you had the vehicle jump started, turn off the engine.
Page 495 Practical hints Battery Step 5 (Disconnecting) 5 Protection cover 6 Battery Unclip protection cover 5 from battery 6 and remove it. Step 6 (Disconnecting) 7 Positive terminal 8 Negative terminal Disconnect battery negative lead 8 from negative terminal. Remove positive terminal cover. Disconnect the battery positive lead 7.
Page 496 Step 8 (Removing) c Battery Tilt the battery c with the negative terminal side upwards. Take out the battery maintaining its tilted position in the direction of the arrow. Step 9 (Reinstalling) Carry out step 8 in reverse order ( page 495). The battery, the battery ventilation hose 9 and the lateral plug d ( page 495) must always be securely installed when the vehicle is...
Page 497: Charging The Battery
Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charg- ing and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Page 498: Jump Starting
If the engine does not run after several unsuc- cessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated failed starting attempts may damage the catalyt-...
Page 499 Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 1 and 5 and then from positive terminals 2 and 4. You can now switch on the headlamps. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Page 500: Towing The Vehicle
( page 125). Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
Page 501 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.
Page 502: Installing Towing Eye Bolt
Remove the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button from the starter switch ( page 41). Insert the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* into the starter switch. Switch on the ignition. Depress the brake pedal. Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. Release the brake pedal. If engaged, release the parking brake ( page 57).
Page 503 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury, use extreme caution when removing the rear cover, because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot. 1 Cover Vehicles with Sport Package* 1 Cover Example illustration front bumper 2 Towing eye bolt Removing cover The cover 1 is secured to the bumper by a...
Page 504: Stranded Vehicle
Removing towing eye bolt Loosen towing eye bolt 2 counter- clockwise with wheel wrench. Unscrew towing eye bolt 2. Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit ( page 448). Installing cover Engage cover 1 at top and press at bottom.
Page 505: Fuses
(recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have...
Page 506: Fuse Box In Engine Compartment
Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. Open the hood ( page 341). Example illustration fuse box ML 350 (ML 320 CDI, ML 550, ML 63 AMG similar) 1 Fuse box cover 2 Clamps Pull clamps 2 in direction of arrow.
Page 507: Fuse Box In Passenger Compartment
Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in passenger compartment The fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the front passenger side. 1 Cover Do not use sharp objects such as a screw- driver to open the fuse box cover 1 in the dash- board, as this could damage the fuse box cover or the dashboard.
Page 508: Technical Data
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main Dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants...
Page 509: Parts Service
Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should be installed. The use of non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s durability or safety.
Page 510: Warranty Coverage
Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Technical data Warranty coverage...
Page 511: Identification Labels
Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the following locations: on the certification label embossed underneath the passenger-side rear seat ( page 511) on the lower edge of the windshield ( page 511) Example certification label (U.S.
Page 512 4 Seat cushion 5 Floor cover 6 VIN Fold the seat cushion 4 forward ( page 270). Fold floor cover 5 in direction of the arrow. The VIN 6 is now visible. When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers. 7 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission...
Page 513: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive ML 320 CDI 1 Coolant pump 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator (alternator) ML 350, ML 550 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump...
Page 514: Engine
Firing order Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
Page 515 Firing order Poly-V-belt All data preliminary. The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
Page 516: Rims And Tires
AMG vehicles, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Using tires other than those approved by...
Page 517: Same Size Tires
Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Model ML 320 CDI ML 350 Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 2.20 in (56 mm) All-season tires 235/65 R17 104H M+S Winter tires 235/65 R17 104H M+S. 255/55 R18 105H M+S. 255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+S. All-terrain tires Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.
Page 518 Model ML 63 AMG AMG rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1.81 in (46 mm) All-season tires – Summer tires 295/45 ZR19 109Y Winter tires 285/45 R19 107V M+S. – Radial-ply tires Must not be used with snow chains. Not available as factory equipment.
Page 519: Spare Wheel
Technical data Rims and tires Spare wheel Model Wheel offset Minispare tire Collapsible tire Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi (4.2 bar) Must not be used with snow chains. Please compare the recommended tire in- flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in- flation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim.
Page 520: Electrical System
Spark plugs Bosch Y7MPP33 Electrode gap 0.031 in (0.8 mm) Tightening torque 15 – 19 lb-ft (20 – 25 Nm) Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Model ML 320 CDI Generator (alternator) 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/2.0 kW...
Page 521: Main Dimensions
Technical data Main Dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) 83.7 in (2127 mm) Vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded in) Overall vehicle height (vehicles with steel suspen- sion) Overall vehicle height, depending on set vehicle level (vehicles with air suspension program*) Wheelbase Ground clearance (vehicles with steel suspension)
Page 522: Weights
Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Page 523: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants
Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercerdes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Model Engine with oil filter ML 320 CDI...
Page 524 Model Transfer case All models single speed Front axle All models Rear axle All models Power steering ML 350 ML 320 CDI ML 550 Front wheel hubs All models Brake system All models Cooling system ML 320 CDI, ML 350 ML 550 ML 63 AMG Data preliminary.
Page 525 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Model Fuel tank All models including a reserve of All except ML 63 AMG including a reserve of ML 63 AMG Air conditioning system All models Windshield washer system and All models headlamp cleaning system* Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”...
Page 526: Engine Oils
Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommen- dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do...
Page 527: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (Gasoline Engine)
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine) Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate- rials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in- haling fumes and skin or clothing contact, extinguish all smoking materials.
Page 528: Gasoline Additives (Gasoline Engine)
Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 529: Coolants
Maintenance booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solu- tion or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level.
Page 530 Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for service.
Page 531: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a ca- pacity of approximately 8.1 US qt (7.7 l). Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or con- centrate and commercially available...
Page 532: Index
ABS 98 Indicator lamp 400 Messages in the multifunction display 415 Off-road - ABS 99 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 190 Accessory weight 379 Accident 64 Active head restraint 88, 127, 458 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Air bags 74 Children 75, 89 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 31, 83 Front, Driver 77...
Page 533 Index Automatic climate control (3-zone)* 218 Air conditioning, Cooling 229 Air distribution, Front 224 Air distribution, Rear 233 Air recirculation mode 227 Air vents, Front 224 Air volume 225 Control panel, Front 220 Control panel, Rear 231 Deactivating system 222 Defogging 225 Defrosting 225 Maximum cooling, MAXCOOL 226...
Page 534 Bead 380 Belt reel 276 Beverage holder see Cup holder Block heater (Canada only) 385 Bolts, Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) 453 Bolts, Minispare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Brake fluid 525 Checking 339 Messages in the multifunction display 430 Brake lamp Cleaning lenses 393...
Page 535 Index Climate control 204 Air conditioning, Cooling 214, 215 Air distribution, Front 209 Air distribution, Rear 217 Air recirculation mode 212 Air vents, Front 210 Air volume 210 Control panel*, Rear 216 Control panel, Front 206 Deactivating system 208 Defogging 212 Defrosting 210 Rear window defroster 203 Residual engine heat (REST) 215...
Page 536 Cup holders 284 Cleaning 285 Front center console 285 Front center console, Removing/Installing 285 Rear armrest 284 Curb weight 380 Current transmission program mode (AMG vehicles only) 147 Date display, Setting 169 Daytime running lamp mode 137 Setting 170 Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield 210, 225 Defrosting, Front 210, 225 Defrosting, Rear 203...
Page 537 Index Driving 51, 311 Abroad 334 Hydroplaning 316 In winter 318, 384 Instructions 51, 311 Problems 63 Safety systems 98 Systems 244 Through standing water 319 Through water 324 Driving off 58 Driving safety systems 4-ETS 104 ABS 98 BAS 100 EBP 104 ®...
Page 538 Engine Belt layout (ML 320 CDI) 512 Belt layout (ML 350, ML 550) 512 Belt layout (ML 63 AMG) 512 Block heater (Canada only) 385 Break-in recommendations 343 Cleaning 391 Compartment 341 Emergency engine shut-down 506 Malfunction indicator lamp 29 Maximum engine speed 146, 513, Number 511 Starting 54...
Page 539 Index Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 345 Brake fluid 340, 523, 525 Capacities 522 Engine coolant 340, 345, 528 Engine oil 343, 525 Power steering fluid 523 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* 340, 524, 530 Fog lamps 138, 139 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 140 Messages in the multifunction display 439...
Page 540 Garage door opener 302 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 380 Gear range Automatic transmission 192 Limiting 192 Shifting into optimal 194 Gear selector lever 25, 54, 183 Cleaning 397 Gearshift pattern 183 Messages in the multifunction display 420 Position 186 Shifting procedure 186 Transmission position 187 Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey...
Page 541 Index High beam flasher 59, 140 High beam headlamps Indicator lamp 29 Messages in the multifunction display 439 Replacing bulbs 464, 466, 467 Switching on 59, 139 High mounted brake lamp 464 Hood 341 Messages in the multifunction display 435 Opening 341 Hooks Loading 269...
Page 542 Locking/unlocking 38, 68, 110 Locking/unlocking, Global setting 112 Loss of 118 Messages in the multifunction display 437 Opening the power windows (Summer opening feature) 237 Opening the tilt/sliding sunroof (Summer opening feature) 237 Remote control 110 Replacing batteries 461 Selective setting 112 Starter switch positions 40 Starting the engine 54 Turning off the engine 67...
Page 543 Index Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 27, 400 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Alarm system 107 Battery (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 117 Battery (SmartKey) 112 Brakes 27, 401, 402 Center console 31, 411 CHECK ENGINE 29, 403, 404 Downhill Speed Regulation 250 Engine diagnostics 29, 403, 404 ®...
Page 544 Main dimensions 520 Maintenance 12, 386 Calling up service indicator display 388 Clearing service indicator message 387 Maintenance System 386 Resetting service indicator 388 Service indicator message 386 Service term exceeded 387 Maintenance System 386 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Manual shift progam (ML 63 AMG only) 195 Manual shift program (ML 63 AMG)
Page 545 Index Fog lamps, Front 439 Fog lamps, Rear 441 Front passenger front air bag 421, 422, 423, 424 Fuel cap 435 Headlamps 438, 439, 441, 443 Hood 435 Key, SmartKey 437 Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 436, 437 Lamps 438, 439, 440, 441, 443 Low tire pressure 425, 445, 446 Parking brake 429 Parking lamps 441...
Page 546 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 393 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service term 387 Overhead control panel 33 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 335 Paintwork code 510 Paintwork, Cleaning 390 Panic alarm 97 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 283 Front seat backrests 283 Parking 65, 315 On hills 65 Over things that burn, Potential...
Page 547 Index Power windows 235 Cleaning 395 Convenience closing feature 238 Door windows 236 Opening/closing 235 Rear door windows, Blocking operation 96 Summer opening feature 237 Synchronizing, Door windows 237 Practical hints 448 Premium unleaded gasoline 526 Problems While driving 63 With starting see Starting difficulties With the vehicle 18 Product information 9...
Page 548 Replacing bulbs 463 Additional turn signals, Exterior rear view mirrors 470 Backup lamps 463, 471 Brake lamps 463, 471 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 463, 464, 469 Fog lamp, Rear 463, 471 Fog lamps, Front 463, 464, 469 High beam headlamps 463, 464, 467 License plate lamps 463, 473 Low beam headlamps 463, 464, 466 Parking/standing lamps 463, 468,...
Page 549 Index Seat heating* see Seats Seat ventilation* see Seats Seating capacity 353 Seats 43, 127 Adjusting 43 Cushion depth, Multicontour seat* 129 Folding the backrest forward 269 Heating* 130 Lumbar support 129 Memory function* 133 Multicontour seat* 129 Returning seat backrest to original position 271 Ventilation* 131 Securing cargo 268...
Page 550 Spare wheel 518 Bolts 450 Mounting 479 Wheel bolts 484 Spare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Speed settings Cruise control 246 Speedometer 27 Spinning see Tires, Direction of rotation SRS 86 Indicator lamp 29, 410 Messages in the multifunction display 410 Standing lamps 135 Replacing bulbs 463, 464, 468, 471...
Page 551 Index Tar stains 390 Technical data 507 Air conditioning refrigerant 525 Brake fluid 523, 525 Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 522, 523 Coolant 528 Dimensions, Vehicle 520 Electrical system 519 Engine 513 Engine oil 525 Engine oil additives 525 Fuel requirements 526 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 552 Temperature Coolant 154 Display mode, Status indicator 168 Interior temperature 209 Interior temperature, setting see Climate control or Automatic climate control (3-zone)* Outside temperature 155 Sensor, Interior temperature 206, Sensor, Outside temperature 146 Setting display unit 155 Tether attachment points, see Children in the vehicle Three-zone Automatic climate control see Automatic climate control (3-zone) *...
Page 553 Index Problems under-/overinflation 369 Retreads 348 Rims and tires 515 Rotating 351 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 360 Service life 349 Sizes 370 Snow chains 385 Spare wheel 479 Spare wheel, Collapsible tire 518 Speed rating 317, 372, 382 Storing 350 Temperature 358, 378 Terminology 379 TIN 374, 381...
Page 554 Uphill driving Cruise control 246 Upholstery Cleaning and care of 397 Useful features 279 Vehicle Battery 489 Break-in period 310 Care 389 Control system, Settings menu 163 Dimensions 520 Locking/unlocking 38, 65, 110 Locking/unlocking in an emergency 455 Modifications and alterations, Operat- ing safety 17 Proper use of 17 Total load limit 382...
Page 555 Index Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level 530 Washing the vehicle 389 Wear pattern, Tires 383 Weights, Vehicle 521 Wheel Bolts 450 Change 479 Removing 483 Spare 479, 518 Tightening torque 487 Wheel, Tires and 348 Window curtain air bags 78 Windows see Power windows Windows, cleaning 395 Windshield...
Page 560 If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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