Mercedes-Benz GLE Operator's Manual

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Order no. P166 0166 13 Part no. 1665843005 Edition A 2017
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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É1665843005EËÍ 1665843005 Order no. P166 0166 13 Part no. 1665843005 Edition A 2017...
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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halo- Introduction ......... 25 gen headlamps) ........112 Protecting the environment ....25 Windshield wipers ........ 114 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....25 Operator's Manual ......... 26 Service and vehicle operation ....26 Climate control ......... 119 Operating safety ........28 Overview of climate control systems ...
  • Page 5 Contents Care ............. 319 Breakdown assistance ..... 326 Where will I find...? ......326 Flat tire ..........326 Battery (vehicle) ........331 Jump-starting ........333 Towing and tow-starting ...... 336 Fuses ........... 339 Wheels and tires ....... 341 Important safety notes ......341 Operation ..........
  • Page 6 Index Function/notes ......182 1, 2, 3 ... Active Lane Keeping Assist 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Activating/deactivating (on- see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- board computer) ......232 tion System) Display message ......258 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Function/information ....207 drive) ..........209 Trailer towing .........
  • Page 7: Index

    Audio menu (on-board computer) ..228 Setting ........... 129 Audio system Setting the center air vents ... 129 see separate operating instructions Setting the side air vents ....129 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Air-conditioning system see Qualified specialist workshop see Climate control Authorized workshop AIRMATIC package see Qualified specialist workshop ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ...
  • Page 8 Index AUX jacks Brake force distribution CD/DVD drive ....... 287 see EBD (electronic brake force Axle load, permissible (trailer tow- distribution) Brake lamps ing) ............384 Display message ......250 Brakes ABS ..........63 Back button ........282 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 65 Bag hook ..........
  • Page 9 Index Child-proof locks Plastic trim ........324 Power washer ........ 320 Important safety notes ....61 Rear view camera ......323 Rear doors ........62 Children Roof lining ........325 Seat belt ........325 Special seat belt retractor ....57 Seat cover ........
  • Page 10 Index Cockpit Important safety notes ....166 Overview .......... 33 Storing and maintaining current see Instrument cluster speed ..........167 Collapsible spare wheel Cup holder Inflating ......... 369 Center console ......298 see Emergency spare wheel Important safety notes ....298 COMAND Rear compartment ......
  • Page 11 Cruise control lever ....... 169 Important safety notes ....131 Driving abroad Display Message ......260 Displays in the instrument cluster .. 173 Mercedes-Benz Service ....319 Driving tips ........174 Driving Assistance PLUS package ... 204 Function/notes ......168 Driving in mountainous terrain Important safety notes ....
  • Page 12 Index Blind Spot Assist ......201 Cruise control ........ 166 EASY-ENTRY feature Display message ......255 Activating/deactivating ....234 Driving Assistance Plus package ... 204 Function/notes ......101 HOLD function ....... 179 EASY-EXIT feature Lane Keeping Assist ...... 203 Crash-responsive ......102 Level control (vehicle with the Off- Function/notes ......
  • Page 13 Index Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc- ECO start/stop function ....136 Engine number ....... 373 tions) ..........323 Irregular running ......138 Exterior lighting Jump-starting ......... 333 see Lights Starting (important safety notes) ... 133 Exterior mirrors Starting problems ......138 Adjusting ........
  • Page 14 Index Grade (gasoline) ......374 Important safety notes ....374 Handbrake Low outside temperatures ..... 375 see Parking brake Problem (malfunction) ....150 Hazard warning lamps ...... 109 Quality (diesel) ....... 375 Head restraints Refueling ........147 Adjusting ......... 96 Tank content/reserve fuel .....
  • Page 15 Index Indicators see Turn signals Lamps Insect protection on the radiator ..315 see Warning and indicator lamps Instrument cluster Lane detection (automatic) Overview .......... 34 see Lane Keeping Assist Warning and indicator lamps ... 34 Lane Keeping Assist Instrument cluster lighting ....223 Activating/deactivating ....
  • Page 16 Display message ......257 Memory card (audio) ......229 Off-road gear ......... 213 Memory function ....... 105 LOW RANGE off-road gear ....213 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Low-beam headlamps 360°camera ........195 Display message ......250 Active Blind Spot Assist ....204 Replacing bulbs ......
  • Page 17 Index Mobile phone ® Connecting (Bluetooth inter- Occupant Classification System face) ..........284 (OCS) Connecting another mobile Conditions ........49 phone ..........286 Faults ..........52 Frequencies ........371 Operation ......... 49 Installation ........371 System self-test ....... 51 Menu (on-board computer) .... 229 Occupant safety Transmission output (maximum) ..
  • Page 18 Index Off-road programs (vehicles with Operating safety Off-Road Engineering package) Declaration of conformity ....28 Function/notes ......212 Important safety notes ....28 Operating system Off-road drive program ....212 Offroad Plus drive program .... 212 see On-board computer Off-road programs (vehicles with Operator's Manual the Off-Road Engineering package) Overview ..........
  • Page 19 Applying or releasing manually ..155 Display message ......241 Electric parking brake ....154 QR code Emergency braking ......156 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 General notes ........ 154 Rescue card ........30 Releasing automatically ....155 Qualified specialist workshop ... 29 Warning lamp .........
  • Page 20 Index Rear window wiper Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..27 Replacing the wiper blade ....117 Roller sunblind Switching on/off ......115 Panorama roof with power tilt/ Rear-view mirror sliding panel ........91 Anti-glare (manual) ......102 Rear side windows ......300 Dipping (automatic) .......
  • Page 21 Index Setting the time Warning lamp (function) ....45 Seats see also Digital Operator's Man- Adjusting (electrically) ..... 96 ual ..........281 Settings Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup- port ..........98 Factory (on-board computer) ..235 Adjusting the head restraint .... 96 On-board computer .......
  • Page 22 Index Steering wheel paddle shifters ..144 see also Digital Operator's Man- Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....236 ual ..........281 Stowage areas ........288 Snow chains Stowage compartments Information ........343 Armrest (under) ......289 Sockets Center console ......290 Center console ......301 Center console (rear) .....
  • Page 23 Index Technical data Important safety notes ....347 Capacities ........373 Restarting ........348 Tire pressure monitor Information ........371 Tires/wheels ......... 366 Checking the tire pressure elec- Trailer loads ........384 tronically ........350 Vehicle data ........380 Function/notes ......348 Telephone General notes ........
  • Page 24 Index Information on driving ....341 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ... 360 Standards (definition) ....359 Labeling (overview) ......356 Wear indicator (definition) ..... 361 Load bearing index (definition) ..361 Wheel and tire combination ... 366 Load index ........
  • Page 25 Index Trailer towing USB devices Active Blind Spot Assist ....207 Connecting to the Media Inter- Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 209 face ..........286 Blind Spot Assist ......203 Permissible trailer loads and drawbar noseweights ..... 221 Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ..299 Transfer case ........
  • Page 26 Index Video Removing a wheel ......364 Operating the DVD ......229 Snow chains ........343 see also Digital Operator's Man- Storing ........... 362 ual ..........281 Tightening torque ......365 VIN ............372 Wheel size/tire size ....... 366 Window curtain air bag Seat ..........
  • Page 27: Introduction

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
  • Page 28: Operator's Manual

    Introduction systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or times and you have directly notified Customer Service Center (Canada) at Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contact- repair. ing you in a timely manner should the need arise.
  • Page 30: Operating Safety

    Introduction Sports Utility Vehicle WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their WARNING software as well as wiring can impair their Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle function and/or the function of other net- may start to skid and roll over in the event of worked components.
  • Page 31: Diagnostics Connection

    Qualified specialist workshop Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali- comply with Industry Canada license-exempt fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol-...
  • Page 32: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card

    These data memories temporarily or perma- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nently store technical information about: (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. the vehicle's operating state If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may...
  • Page 33: Event Data Recorders

    EDR is commercially available, uations, and the location of the vehicle may be Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- disclaims any and all liability arising from the tem.
  • Page 34: Information On Copyright

    As of February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource...
  • Page 35: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Adjusts the steering wheel manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Diagnostics connection warning display Electric parking brake...
  • Page 36: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Speedometer with segments Tachometer Warning and indicator lamps: Warning and indicator lamps: R Rear fog lamp ® å ESP ; Engine diagnostics ! ABS h Tire pressure monitor Braking 6 Restraint system $ (USA only) ü...
  • Page 37: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on voice-operated through lists navigation or the Voice Con- trol System Confirms a selection Hides display messages Mute Back Adjusts the volume...
  • Page 38: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps separate operating instruc- PASSENGER AIR BAG indica- tions) tor lamp c Seat heating ATA indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å...
  • Page 39: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering Function Page package Touchpad (see the separate Function Page operating instructions) Stowage compartment Back button (see the sepa- rate operating instructions) Cup holder Ashtray Multimedia system control- Cigarette lighter ler (see the separate operat- Socket ing instructions)
  • Page 40 Center console Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package and Function Page Mercedes-AMG vehicles Back button (see the sepa- Function Page rate operating instructions) Stowage compartment Multimedia system control- ler (see the separate operat- Cup holder ing instructions) Ashtray Cigarette lighter g Switches to the favor- Socket ites button (see the separate operating instructions)
  • Page 41: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Eyeglasses compartment reading lamp on/off F Roadside Assistance c Switches the front inte- call button (mbrace system) rior lighting on G SOS button (mbrace u Switches the rear inte- system) rior lighting on or off ï...
  • Page 42: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle q Opens/closes the tail- gate r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat, 6 PLUG-IN HYBRID vehi- exterior mirrors and steering cles: unlocks the fuel filler column (memory function)
  • Page 43: Safety

    The components of the restraint system work in Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: conjunction with each other. They can only deploy their protective function if, at all times, all for further information contact our Customer...
  • Page 44: Lamps

    Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 45 Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING cle. The child restraint system must be appro- If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot priate to the age, weight and size of the child perform its intended protective function.
  • Page 46: Fastening

    Seat belts are only intended to secure and Only use seat belts that have been approved for restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. "Loading guidelines" for securing objects, lug- gage or loads ( page 288).
  • Page 47: Releasing

    Occupant safety and must be replaced. Visit a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Press the release button in the belt buckle, hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt back. Seat belt adjustment The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of ®...
  • Page 48: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety driver or front passenger have fastened their the head restraint must support the head at seat belts. about eye level. If the driver or front passenger unfasten their Move the driver's and front-passenger seats seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warn- as far back as possible.
  • Page 49: Knee Bag

    Occupant safety no accessories, such as cup holders, are attached to the vehicle within the deployment area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows, rear side trim or side walls. no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are in the pockets of your clothing.
  • Page 50: Side Impact Air Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
  • Page 51: Conditions

    Occupant safety Occupant Classification System opera- In the following situation, the side impact air bag and the Emergency Tensioning Device are deac- tion (OCS) tivated: OCS has not categorized the person on the front-passenger seat as an adult or a person of corresponding stature and the seat belt tongue of the seat belt is not inserted into the front-passenger seat belt...
  • Page 52 Occupant safety WARNING WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator If you secure a child in a forward-facing child lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is restraint system on the front-passenger seat disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of and you position the front-passenger seat too an accident and cannot perform its intended close to the dashboard, the child could, in the...
  • Page 53: System Self-Test

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that That person could, for example, come into you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. contact with the vehicle's interior, especially If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the...
  • Page 54 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not facing child restraint system must, as far as install a child restraint system on the front- possible, be resting on the backrest of the passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- front-passenger seat.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the front- on the front-passenger seat are met ( page 49).
  • Page 56 Occupant safety repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be continue to perform their protective function for triggered, if: the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash. the ignition is switched on the components of the restraint system are WARNING operational.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety sive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do How the air bag system works is determined they provide an indication of air bag deploy- by the severity of the accident detected, ment. especially the vehicle deceleration or accel- eration and the apparent type of accident: The vehicle can be deformed considerably, with- out an air bag being deployed.
  • Page 58: Dent

    Occupant safety Function vehicles with the memory function: the front- passenger seat is adjusted if it is in an unfav- ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- orable position. tions if the radar sensor system detects an vehicles with a multicontour seat: the air pres- imminent head-on or rear-end collision.
  • Page 59: Children In The Vehicle

    For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children restraint system has been exposed to direct are generally better protected there.
  • Page 60: Child Restraint System

    Have the secur- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. ing systems on the child restraint system WARNING checked at a qualified specialist workshop,...
  • Page 61: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on seat does not get trapped. The seat belt could the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the otherwise be damaged. information on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" ( page 48).
  • Page 62: Anchors

    For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
  • Page 63: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle lamp is permanently lit ( page 42) is the front- the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never passenger front air bag deactivated. leave children unattended in the vehicle. Always observe the child restraint system man- ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- Override feature for: tions.
  • Page 64: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...
  • Page 65: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems merely aids designed to assist driving. You are When ABS is malfunctioning, other systems, responsible for maintaining the distance to the including driving safety systems, will also vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in become inoperative. Observe the information good time, and for staying in lane.
  • Page 66: Active Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line WARNING new vehicles or after servicing is carried out If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance on the Active Brake Assist system in an emergency braking situation is Observe the notes in the section on breaking- increased.
  • Page 67: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems Vehicles without Distance Pilot DISTRONIC: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- the autonomous braking function is available in uation and be ready to brake. the following speed ranges: 4 - 65 mph (7 - 105 km/h) for moving objects WARNING 4 - 31 mph (7 - 50 km/h) for stationary The distance warning function cannot always...
  • Page 68: General Notes

    Driving safety systems ® tection measures (PRE-SAFE ) are activated ® (Electronic Stability Program) simultaneously ( page 55). General notes Keep the brake pedal depressed until the emergency braking situation is over. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- ABS prevents the wheels from locking. tion ( page 62).
  • Page 69: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes ® If ESP intervenes: ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- WARNING stances. ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further driv- necessary when pulling away.
  • Page 70: Trailer Stabilization

    Driving safety systems ® Offroad ESP (vehicles with Offroad Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an ® extended period with ESP deactivated. You Engineering package) could otherwise damage the drivetrain. ® An ESP system specifically suited to off-road ® Deactivating/activating ESP terrain is activated automatically once the off- road program is activated on: Vehicles without the Offroad Engineering...
  • Page 71: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Crosswind Assist ADAPTIVE BRAKE ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and General information offers increased braking comfort. In addition to Strong crosswind gusts can impair the ability of the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has your vehicle to drive straight ahead. The cross- the HOLD function ( page 179) and hill start wind driving assistance function integrated in...
  • Page 72: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems Observe the restrictions described in the if Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic func- "Important safety notes" section tion alerts you. page 70). In order to maintain the appropriate distance to Important safety notes the vehicle in front and thus prevent a collision, you must apply the brakes yourself.
  • Page 73: Active Brake Assist With Cross

    Driving safety systems darkness Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic or if: function may react to: pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path of the vehicle stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, e.g.
  • Page 74: Protection Against Theft

    In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an authorized STEER CONTROL Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or General information 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 75: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or If the alarm continues for more than KEYLESS-GO. 30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call sys- Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system tem automatically notifies the Customer is armed after approximately 15 seconds. Assistance Center.
  • Page 76: Smartkey

    SmartKey Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO SmartKey Start function key in the temperature-controlled cup holder. Otherwise, the KEYLESS-GO or KEY- Important safety notes LESS-GO Start function key will not be detected. WARNING Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do not keep the SmartKey in the cargo compart- If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, ment.
  • Page 77: Smartkey

    SmartKey If activated in the multimedia system, the loca- tor lighting also lights up in the dark (see sepa- rate operating instructions). To open the tailgate automatically from outside the vehicle: press and hold the F button until the tailgate opens. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: To close the tailgate automatically from outside the vehicle: if the SmartKey is loca-...
  • Page 78: Start Function

    SmartKey KEYLESS-GO start function Mechanical key General notes General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by If the vehicle can no longer be locked or any of the vehicle occupants if there is a Smart- unlocked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS- Key in the vehicle ( page 134).
  • Page 79: Important Safety Notes

    National guide- lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- tery compartment cover : opens.
  • Page 80: Loss

    SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it. Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey page 76). Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out.
  • Page 81 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves. Unlock ( page 81) or lock ( page 81) the vehicle using the mechanical key. KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey.
  • Page 82: Doors

    Doors Front door: pull door handle ;. Doors If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. Important safety notes The door is unlocked and can be opened. Rear door: pull door handle ;. WARNING If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up and the door unlocks.
  • Page 83: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment Automatic locking feature Unlocking/locking the driver's door using the mechanical key If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using the mechanical key, begin by pressing the locking button for the interior locking mech- anism while the driver's door is open. Then lock the driver's door using the mechanical key.
  • Page 84: Tailgate

    Cargo compartment automatically. The automatic obstacle recogni- WARNING tion with reversing feature is only an aid. It is not If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or a substitute for your attentiveness when open- not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip ing and closing the tailgate.
  • Page 85: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)

    Cargo compartment Closing is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning. Turn off the engine before opening the tail- gate. Never drive with the tailgate open. The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened.
  • Page 86: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment To close: press closing button : in the tail- could enter the passenger compartment. gate. There is a risk of poisoning. Turn off the engine before opening the tail- Press and hold the F button on the Smart- gate.
  • Page 87: Side Windows

    Side windows Opening damaged. Ideally, set the opening angle out- side. Activating You can limit the opening angle of the tailgate. This is possible in the top half of its opening range, up to approximately 4 in (10 cm) before the stop.
  • Page 88: Side Windows

    Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehi- cle.
  • Page 89: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows To do this, the SmartKey is used to carry out the When you lock the vehicle, you can simultane- following functions simultaneously: ously: unlock the vehicle close the side windows open the side windows close the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel open the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the roller...
  • Page 90: Resetting

    Side windows Using KEYLESS-GO until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel close. To interrupt convenience closing:release recessed sensor surface : on the door han- dle. Resetting the side windows If a side window can no longer be closed fully, you must reset it.
  • Page 91: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly: see the cause.
  • Page 92: Opening/Closing

    Sliding sunroof The sliding sunroof is equipped with an auto- Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the matic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks ignition lock. or restricts the sliding sunroof during the closing Press or pull the 2 switch in the corre- process, the sliding sunroof opens again auto- sponding direction.
  • Page 93: Operating

    Sliding sunroof Operating the panorama roof with If somebody becomes trapped: power tilt/sliding panel release the switch immediately, or Opening and closing during automatic operation, push the switch briefly in any direction The opening or closing procedure will be stop- ped.
  • Page 94 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the roller sun- opened or closed after resetting, contact a qualified specialist workshop. blinds Reset the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the roller sunblinds if the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel or the roller sunblinds do not move smoothly.
  • Page 95 Sliding sunroof The closing process is stopped. If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened or closed as a result of a malfunction, contact a qualified specialist workshop. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The sliding sunroof can- If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again not be closed and you slightly: cannot see the cause.
  • Page 96: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions. the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area.
  • Page 97 Seats WARNING Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always ensure that the backrest You could lose control of your vehicle if you do is in an almost vertical position and that the the following while driving: shoulder section of your seat belt is routed adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, across the center of your shoulder.
  • Page 98: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats Adjusting the seats electrically of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking. Always drive with the head restraints instal- led. Before driving off, make sure for every vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level.
  • Page 99: Luxury

    Seats Adjusting the luxury head restraints Adjusting the fore/aft position of the head restraint To adjust the side bolsters of the head With this function you can adjust the distance restraint: push or pull right and/or left-hand between the head restraint and the back of the side bolster : into the desired position.
  • Page 100: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port

    Seats Removing and installing the rear seat Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support head restraints To remove: pull the head restraint up to the stop. Press release catch : and pull the head restraint out of the guides. To re-install: insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when viewed in the direction of travel.
  • Page 101 Seats If the battery voltage is too low, the seat heating may switch off. Activating and deactivating seat venti- lation Driver's and front-passenger seat The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selected. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 132).
  • Page 102: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating or seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating or seat The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ventilation has switched ers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the not be switched on.
  • Page 103: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- Steering wheel heating cally Switching on/off Adjusts the steering wheel height Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition Adjusts the steering wheel position (fore- lock ( page 132). and-aft adjustment) To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direc- The steering wheel can also be adjusted when tion of arrow : or ;.
  • Page 104: Mirrors

    Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is trig- leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. gered in an accident, the steering column will move upwards when the driver's door is opened.
  • Page 105: Mirrors

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out WARNING electrically The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side reduces the size of the image. Visible objects are actually closer than they appear. This means that you could misjudge the dis- tance from road users traveling behind, e.g. when changing lane.
  • Page 106: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Exterior mirror pushed out of position The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of mode if the following conditions are met simul- position, proceed as follows: taneously: Vehicles without electrically folding exte- the ignition is switched on and...
  • Page 107: Memory Function

    Memory function Engage reverse gear. Memory function The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the default setting parking posi- Storing settings tion. WARNING Use button = to adjust the exterior mirror to a position that allows you to see the rear If you use the memory function on the driver's wheel and the curb.
  • Page 108 Memory function Adjust the seat ( page 96). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel page 101) and the exterior mirrors page 102). Press memory button M and then press mem- ory position button 1, 2 or 3 within three sec- onds.
  • Page 109: Exterior Lighting

    General notes light setting is automatically selected according to the brightness of the ambient light (excep- For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- tion: poor visibility due to weather conditions mends that you drive with the lights switched on such as fog, snow or spray): even during the daytime.
  • Page 110: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting The daytime running lamps improve the visibility To switch on: turn the light switch to T. of your vehicle during the day. To do this, the The green T indicator lamp in the instru- daytime running lamps function must be ment cluster lights up.
  • Page 111: Active Light Function

    Exterior lighting The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- Intelligent Light System ment cluster lights up when the high-beam headlamps are switched on. General notes To switch off the high-beam head- The Intelligent Light System is a system that lamps:move the combination switch back to adjusts the headlamps automatically to suit the its normal position.
  • Page 112: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting The cornering light function is activated on both bility in tight bends, for example. It can only be sides before entering a traffic circle through an activated when the low-beam headlamps are evaluation of the current GPS position of the switched on.
  • Page 113: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting cator lamp in the multifunction display On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam remains lit. Assist may fail to recognize other road users To switch off:move the combination switch that have lights, or may recognize them too back to its normal position or move the light late.
  • Page 114: Replacing Bulbs (Vehicles With Led Headlamps)

    Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) except when the SmartKey is in position 2 in the Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halo- ignition lock. gen headlamps) The color and brightness for the ambient lighting Important safety notes may be set via the multimedia system (see the separate operating instructions).
  • Page 115: Replacing Bulbs (Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps)

    Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) Low-beam headlamps Halogen headlamps Low-beam headlamp: H7 55 W Remove the cover in the front wheel housing High-beam headlamp: H7 55 W page 113). Turn signal: W 5 W BV Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and remove it.
  • Page 116: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Remove the bulb from bulb holder ;. washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Simultaneously push down on bulb holder ; If the windshield wipers leave smears on the and push lever = downwards (headlamps on windshield after the vehicle has been washed the left in the direction of travel) or pull in an automatic car wash, wax or other resi-...
  • Page 117: Windshield Wipers

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Changing the windshield wiper blades...
  • Page 118 Windshield wipers As soon as the wiper arms are vertical to the hood, turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock ( page 132). Remove the SmartKey. Fold the wiper arms away from the windshield until you feel them snap into place. On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Switch off the engine.
  • Page 119 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Fold wiper arm : away from the rear window until it engages. Position wiper blade ; at a right angle to wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; in the direction of the arrow until it releases.
  • Page 120 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.
  • Page 121: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems If you start the engine using your smartphone, Overview of climate control systems the last selected climate control setting is reac- tivated ( page 134). General notes The integrated filter filters out most parti- Observe the settings recommended on the fol- cles of dust and soot and completely filters lowing pages.
  • Page 122: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 126) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 127) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124)
  • Page 123 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 126) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 126) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 128) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 124: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Directs the air distribution through the footwell vents Switches the seat heating on the left-hand side on/off Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 126) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off (...
  • Page 125 Overview of climate control systems Reduces the airflow ( page 126) Switches the seat heating on the left-hand side on/off ( page 98) Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 126) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 128) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off (...
  • Page 126 Operating the climate control systems Optimum use of automatic climate Operating the climate control sys- control tems Optimum use of the automatic climate Activating/deactivating climate con- control trol The following contains notes and recommenda- General notes tions on optimum use of the dual-zone or 3-zone When the climate control is switched off, the air automatic climate control.
  • Page 127: Air Flow

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- ¿ or Á button function. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 128: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems Adjusting The temperature setting for the driver's side is adopted for the rear compartment and the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition front-passenger side. lock ( page 132). Turn thumbwheel : to the left or right Press the _ button repeatedly until the page 122).
  • Page 129: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Defrosting the windows Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition Windows fogged up on the inside lock ( page 132). Activate the ¿ or Á cooling with air To activate: press the ¬ button. dehumidification function.
  • Page 130: Ionization

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.
  • Page 131: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents The ionization of the interior air is odorless and Setting the center air vents cannot be perceived directly in the vehicle inte- rior. You can switch ionization on and off via the mul- timedia system (see the separate operating instructions).
  • Page 132: Rear

    Setting the air vents Setting the B-pillar air vent Air vent control Air vent B-pillar air vent When the climate control system is activated, Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to To open or close:turn thumbwheel ; to the cool its contents.
  • Page 133: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle

    Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving WARNING safety systems adjusts automatically while a Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the certain distance is being driven after the vehicle pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
  • Page 134: Keyless-Go

    Driving longer be turned in the ignition lock. The steer- Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle ing is then locked. To unlock, remove the Smart- stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid high Key and reinsert it into the ignition lock. engine speeds and driving at full throttle until the engine has reached its operating temper- The steering is locked when you remove the...
  • Page 135: Removing The Start/Stop Button

    Driving Do not keep the SmartKey: If Start/Stop button : has not yet been pressed, this corresponds to the key being with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone removed from the ignition. or another SmartKey. To switch on the power supply: press with metallic objects, e.g.
  • Page 136: Starting The Engine

    Driving Starting procedure with the SmartKey Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: To start a diesel engine: turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 132). release the parking brake. The % preglow indicator lamp in the instru- shifting the automatic transmission out of ment cluster lights up.
  • Page 137: Pulling Away

    Driving Once you have started the engine, you can Depress the accelerator carefully when pulling switch the engine off via your smartphone at any away. time. The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled You can only start the engine via your smart- away.
  • Page 138: Hill Start Assist

    Sport Plus drive program is not selected The ECO start/stop function switches the (Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC) engine off automatically if the vehicle is stopped the Sport Plus or Sport drive program is not under certain conditions.
  • Page 139 P the result of a malfunction. you switch to the Sport Plus drive program Mercedes-AMG vehicles (Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC) you switch to the Sport Plus or Sport drive program (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) you activate manual gearshifting (Mercedes-...
  • Page 140 Driving ted, the automatic transmission switches to the Comfort drive program. Switch to the Sport Plus or Sport drive pro- gram ( page 139). If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop Indicator lamp ; goes out. function has been deactivated manually or as To activate: press ECO button :.
  • Page 141: Dynamic Select Controller

    DYNAMIC SELECT controller Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with a gasoline There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical engine: component of the engine management system. The engine is not running Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. smoothly and is misfir- Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter ing.
  • Page 142: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Further information on: Automatic transmission the Individual, Sport, Comfort and Slippery Important safety notes drive programs ( page 143) the Offroad drive program (vehicles without WARNING Off-Road Engineering package) The automatic transmission switches to neu- page 211) tral position N when you switch off the engine. the Offroad and Offroad Plus drive pro- The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 143: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission directly to P. The automatic transmission Additionally, children could set the vehicle in could otherwise be damaged. motion if, for example, they: Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction release the parking brake. of arrow P. shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P Engaging park position P automatically Start the engine.
  • Page 144: Drive Program Display

    Automatic transmission With the Start/Stop button: Transmission positions Remove the Start/Stop button from the igni- Park position tion lock. Only shift the transmission into posi- Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. tion P when the vehicle is stationary Switch on the ignition. page 153).
  • Page 145: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Kickdown Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the matic transmission could be dam- pressure point. aged. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower No power is transmitted from the gear depending on the engine speed.
  • Page 146: Manual Shifting

    Automatic transmission Comfort drive program Individual drive program The Comfort drive program has the following In the Individual drive program, the following characteristics: properties of the drive program can be selected: comfort-oriented engine and transmission the drive (engine and transmission manage- settings.
  • Page 147: Shifting Gears

    Automatic transmission Temporary setting To deactivate: press button :. Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to change the drive program. Permanent setting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to position D. Pull steering wheel paddle shifter : or ;. Temporary setting will be active for a certain amount of time.
  • Page 148: Shift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission the multifunction display of the instrument cluster. Upshifting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) The automatic transmission does not shift up automatically even when the engine limit- ing speed for the current gear is reached. When the engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving.
  • Page 149: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 7G-TRONIC: The transmission is in emergency mode. The acceleration ability It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
  • Page 150: Refueling Process

    Refueling engine. The repair costs are high. Notify a WARNING qualified specialist workshop and have the Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health. fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely. There is a risk of injury. Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a You must make sure that fuel does not come gasoline engine.
  • Page 151: Refueling

    Refueling Preparing to refuel Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Switch off the engine. Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and or, on vehicles with KEYLESS‑GO: refuel.
  • Page 152: Adding

    Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
  • Page 153 ISO 22241. Do not mix any additives with obtain further information from an authorized DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after- Roadside Assistance ( page 27).
  • Page 154 Refueling Opening/closing the DEF filler cap Unscrew the cap from the opening on top of DEF refill canister ;. The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked auto- Place disposable hose : on the opening of matically when you open or close the vehicle DEF refill canister ;...
  • Page 155: Parking

    Benz offers a special disposable hose with over- fill protection. You can obtain this from any Important safety notes authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF is avail- able in a variety of containers and receptacles. WARNING Only use the disposable hose with the Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Mercedes-Benz DEF refill canisters.
  • Page 156: Parking Brake

    Parking Switching off the engine Electric parking brake General notes WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu- WARNING tral position N when you switch off the engine. If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- The vehicle may roll away. There is a risk of an cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: accident.
  • Page 157: Applying Or Releasing Manually

    Parking Applying or releasing manually The electric parking brake is also engaged auto- matically if: Distance Pilot DISTRONIC brings the vehicle to a standstill or the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- tionary Parking Pilot is keeping the vehicle stationary In addition, at least one of the following condi- tions must be fulfilled: the engine is switched off...
  • Page 158: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Emergency braking Driving tips General notes Important safety notes WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect.
  • Page 159: Driving Tips

    Always have work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
  • Page 160: Important Safety Notes

    Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with In addition to driving style, the actual consump- an inner and outer area. The sections corre- tion is affected by other factors, such as: spond to the following three categories: load tire pressure Acceleration (evaluation of all accel-...
  • Page 161: Wet Roads

    This type of damage After driving on a wet road or having the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- washed, brake firmly while paying attention to ranty. the traffic conditions. This will warm up the...
  • Page 162: High-Performance Brake System

    Brake lower your speed. fluid which has not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an avoid ruts. equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's avoid sudden steering movements.
  • Page 163: Off-Road Fording

    Driving tips Off-road fording such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle Under no circumstances should you accel- becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of erate before entering the water. The bow fatal injury.
  • Page 164: Off-Road Driving

    Driving tips twigs can gather between the underbody and Off-road driving the underbody paneling. If these materials come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust Important safety notes system, they can catch fire. WARNING In such situations, have the vehicle checked and repaired immediately at a qualified spe- If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or cialist workshop.
  • Page 165: Checklist After Driving Off-Road

    Driving tips LOW RANGE offroad gear (vehicles with the function cannot hold the vehicle on such sur- Offroad Engineering package) ( page 213) faces. Differential lock (vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering package) ( page 212) Checklist before driving off-road Off-road ABS ( page 63) If the engine oil warning lamp lights up while Off-road 4ETS (...
  • Page 166: Driving On Sand

    Driving tips Comfort or Slippery drive program Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resist- ance. Otherwise the vehicle's wheels could page 139). become stuck in loose ground. Deactivate the LOW RANGE off-road gear Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if possi- page 213).
  • Page 167: Approach/Departure Angle

    Driving tips When driving down an incline, make use of the engine's braking effect. Observe the engine speed; do not overrev the engine. Select the Offroad drive program (vehicles with Off-Road Engineering package) page 212). Select the Offroad drive program (vehicles without Off-Road Engineering package) page 211).
  • Page 168: Driving Systems

    With these intelligent co-ordi- nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- Cruise control lever stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all elements of active and passive safety in one well thought out system –...
  • Page 169: Driving Systems

    Driving systems When you activate cruise control, the stored Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards speed is shown in the multifunction display for you =. five seconds. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Cruise control is operational and when first Activation conditions activated stores the current speed or regu- lates the speed of the vehicle to the stored...
  • Page 170: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems you activate the Offroad Plus program (vehi- USA only: cles with the Off-Road Engineering package) This device has been approved by the FCC as you shift the transmission to position N while a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor driving is intended for use in an automotive radar system only.
  • Page 171: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems Distance Pilot DISTRONIC may not detect nar- In such cases, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC may: row vehicles driving in front, e.g. motorcycles, or give an unnecessary warning and then vehicles driving on a different line. brake the vehicle In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: neither give a warning nor intervene there is dirt on the sensors or anything else...
  • Page 172: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ates or decelerates. If you do not know the stored speed, the vehicle could accelerate or Activation conditions brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an acci- To activate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC, the fol- dent.
  • Page 173: Stopping

    Driving systems Selecting the drive program If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC detects that the vehicle in front is stopping, it brakes your vehicle Distance Pilot DISTRONIC supports a sporty to a stop. driving style if you have selected the Sport or Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains sta- Sport Plus drive program ( page 143).
  • Page 174 Driving systems Deactivating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC If you accelerate to overtake, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC adjusts the vehicle's speed to the last speed stored after you have finished over- taking. Setting a specified minimum distance There are several ways to deactivate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC: Briefly press the cruise control lever for- wards :.
  • Page 175: Displays In The Instrument Cluster

    Driving systems Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is automatically deac- Display in the assistance graphic when tivated if: Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated you activate DSR you activate the Off-Road Program+ (vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering package) The à DSR symbol appears in the multifunc- tion display.
  • Page 176: Steering Pilot

    Driving systems Tips for driving with Distance Pilot Distance Pilot DISTRONIC with Steering DISTRONIC Pilot General notes General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations: Cornering, entering and exiting a bend: the ability of Distance Pilot DISTRONIC to detect vehicles during cornering is limited.
  • Page 177 Driving systems with the curb or other road boundaries. Be par- Steering Pilot cannot provide assistance: ticularly aware of other road users, e.g. cyclists, on very sharp corners that are directly next to your vehicle. when towing a trailer Obstacles such as traffic pylons on the lane or when a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire projecting out into the lane are not detected.
  • Page 178: Level Control (Vehicle With The Off Road Engineering Package)

    Driving systems When Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated Always select as low a vehicle level as possi- or not available, Steering Pilot is deactivated ble and adjust your driving style. automatically. WARNING When you drive with the chassis lowered or Level control (vehicles with the Off- raised, the vehicle's braking and driving char- road Engineering package)
  • Page 179: Normal Level

    Driving systems offroad level 1 for driving on easily negotiable If you press the % or a button on the off-road terrain multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. Once normal level has been reached, offroad level 2 for driving on normal off-road all indicator lamps = go out.
  • Page 180 Driving systems You can select from the following: If you press the % or a button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will Offroad level 1 at speeds up to 60 mph disappear. (96 km/h) Offroad level 2 at speeds up to 40 mph Up to offroad level 2, you can hide the mes- (64 km/h) sages using the % or a button on the...
  • Page 181: Hold Function

    Driving systems Activation conditions HOLD function You can activate the HOLD function if: General notes the vehicle is stationary The HOLD function can assist the driver in the the engine is running or if it has been auto- following situations: matically switched off by the ECO start/stop when pulling away, especially on steep slopes function...
  • Page 182: Airmatic Package

    Driving systems When the HOLD function is activated, the trans- ton ( page 182). The setting always corre- mission is shifted automatically to position P if: sponds to the last selected function. the driver's door is open and the driver's seat Important safety notes belt is unfastened.
  • Page 183 Driving systems Selecting Comfort mode Selecting Sport mode In the Comfort drive program, the driving char- The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in the Sport drive program ensures even better acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta- ble. Therefore, select this mode if you favor a contact with the road.
  • Page 184: Active Curve System

    Driving systems Select the Sport Plus drive program using Always select as low a vehicle level as possi- DYNAMIC SELECT controller :. ble and adjust your driving style. The vehicle is lowered by 0.4 in (10 mm) com- pared to the normal level. WARNING When you drive with the chassis lowered or ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM...
  • Page 185 Driving systems If you unlock the vehicle or open a door, the The message remains until the raised level is vehicle begins to compensate for load discrep- reached. ancies while still parked. However, for signifi- If you press the % or a button on the cant level changes, such as after the vehicle has multifunction steering wheel, the message will been stationary for a long period, the engine...
  • Page 186: Adaptive Sport Suspension Sys Tem

    The AMG adaptive sport suspension system If indicator lamps ; and = are off: is available for Mercedes-AMG vehicles and for the Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4MATIC. Press button : repeatedly until indicator lamp ; lights up. The electronically controlled damping system You have selected Sport + mode.
  • Page 187 Driving systems the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush. could damage the vehicle or the objects. They can otherwise not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch The sensors may not detect snow and other or damage them ( page 323).
  • Page 188: Warning Display

    Driving systems tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- One or more segments light up as the vehicle imum, the distance may no longer be shown. approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- cle's distance from the obstacle. Warning displays From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an inter-...
  • Page 189: Parking Pilot

    Driving systems Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has been deacti- the Parking Assist vated. PARKTRONIC warning If problems persist, have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at a displays are lit.
  • Page 190: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Parking tips: If objects are located above the detection On narrow roads, drive as close to the parking range, stop and deactivate Active Parking space as possible. Assist. Parking spaces that are littered or overgrown might be identified or measured incorrectly. For further information on the detection range page 185).
  • Page 191: Parking

    Driving systems that are parallel to the direction of travel and If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC detects at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehi- obstacles, Parking Pilot brakes automatically whilst the vehicle is being parked. You are responsible for braking in good time. that are at right angles to the direction of travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) wider than Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym-...
  • Page 192: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems appears and a warning tone sounds. The vehicle Switch on the turn signal in the direction you is now parked. The vehicle is kept stationary will drive out of the parking space. without the driver having to depress the brake Shift the transmission to position D or R.
  • Page 193: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems Canceling Parking Pilot vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem. Stop the movement of the multifunction The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a steering wheel or steer yourself. mirror image, as in the rear view mirror. Parking Pilot is immediately canceled.
  • Page 194: Display In The Multimedia System

    Driving systems The flap closes again when: you have finished the maneuvering process you switch off the engine you open the cargo compartment Observe the notes on cleaning ( page 323). For technical reasons, the flap may remain open briefly after the rear view camera has been deactivated.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehi- Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 192).
  • Page 196 Driving systems Yellow guide line for the vehicle width Red guide line at a distance of approximately including the exterior mirrors, for current 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle steering wheel angle (dynamic) White guide line without turning the steering wheel Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in End of parking space...
  • Page 197 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: Parking Assist 360° camera PARKTRONIC is active General notes yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is present in close range of the vehicle The 360° camera is a system consisting of four red line: an object is present in the immediate cameras.
  • Page 198: Display In The Multimedia System

    Driving systems Activating the 360° camera using if the camera lenses are dirty or covered reverse gear if the vehicle components in which the cam- eras are installed are damaged. In this event, The 360° camera images can be automatically have the camera position and setting checked displayed by engaging reverse gear.
  • Page 199 Driving systems Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation.
  • Page 200 Driving systems You can also select the camera setting in the Red guide line at a distance of approximately exterior mirrors for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Top view with trailer view imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the vehicle...
  • Page 201: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Exiting 360° camera display mode The attention level evaluation is deleted and restarts when the journey is continued, if: The 360° camera display is stopped: you switch off the engine when you select transmission position P, or you take off your seat belt and open the driv- when you are driving at moderate speeds er's door, e.g.
  • Page 202: Traffic Sign Assist

    Driving systems is adapted accordingly and the driver is warned If a traffic sign that is relevant to your vehicle is earlier. passed, the display of the speed limits is upda- ted. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the À symbol and OFF appear in the multifunc- Traffic signs with a restriction indicated by an tion display in the assistance display when the additional sign (e.g.
  • Page 203: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Speed limit with unknown restriction Important safety notes WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to: vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area vehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations.
  • Page 204: Collision Warning

    Driving systems Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated. Yellow indicator lamp/red warning lamp When Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph (30 km/h). At speeds above 20 mph (30 km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and Blind Spot Assist is operational.
  • Page 205: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Towing a trailer In this case, Lane Keeping Assist may: When you attach a trailer, make sure you have give an unnecessary warning correctly established the electrical connection. not give a warning This can be accomplished by checking the trailer lighting.
  • Page 206: Driving Assistance Plus Package

    Driving systems the road is narrow and winding Driving Assistance PLUS package there are strong shadows cast on the road General notes Switching on Lane Keeping Assist The Driving Assistance Plus package consists of Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ( page 168), Active the on-board computer;...
  • Page 207: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems ranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 208: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Indicator and warning display Course-correcting brake application If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a lat- eral collision in the monitoring range, a course- correcting brake application is carried out. This is meant to assist you in avoiding a collision. WARNING A course-correcting brake application cannot always prevent a collision.
  • Page 209: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems the LOW RANGE offroad gear is activated lane-correcting application of the brakes can (vehicles with the Offroad Engineering pack- bring the vehicle back into the original lane. age). This function is available in a speed range a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is between 40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and detected.
  • Page 210 Driving systems there are no, several or unclear lane markings brake application, e.g. after intentionally driv- for a lane, e.g. in areas with road construction ing over a solid lane marking. There is a risk of work an accident. the lane markings are worn away, dark or cov- An inappropriate brake application may be ered up, e.g.
  • Page 211: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems you switch on the turn signals. In this event, ® a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP the warnings are suppressed for a certain ® PRE-SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist. period of time. you have adopted a sporty driving style with a driving safety system intervenes, such as high cornering speeds or high rates of accel- ®...
  • Page 212 Driving systems ing on road surface and tire conditions. Select a A function or performance test should only set speed suitable for the prevailing conditions be carried out on a two-axle dynamometer. and when necessary, apply the brakes manually. Before you operate the vehicle on such a dynamometer, please consult a qualified Activating DSR workshop.
  • Page 213 Driving systems Changing the set speed appears in the multifunction display. The last active drive program is selected again. Do not use the Offroad program on roads that are snow-covered or icy or if you have installed your vehicle with snow chains. Selecting the Offroad program To increase or reduce the set speed in1 mphincrements (Canada:...
  • Page 214: Off-Road Programs (Vehicles With Off-Road Engineering Package)

    Driving systems Offroad programs (vehicles with Off- multifunction display. The last active drive pro- gram is selected again. road Engineering package) Selecting the Offroad program General notes To select a drive program: turn DYNAMIC The Offroad and Offroad Plus drive programs SELECT controller : until indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 215: Off-Road Gear

    Driving systems The Offroad Plus program is selected and General notes the vehicle is raised by +1.2 in (30 mm) compared with the Offroad drive program. DSR is switched on. The differential lock is closed. You can select the Offroad Plus drive program at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h).
  • Page 216 Driving systems From HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE if: the engine is running. the transmission is in position N you are driving at a speed below 40 km/h Press LOW RANGE button :. Indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 217: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions LOW RANGE Shifting The gear change process was not carried out. Canceled Please Ensure that all gear change conditions are fulfilled and carry out the Reactivate gear change process again. LOW RANGE Stop A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 218: Towing A Trailer

    Please observe the manufacturer's operating instructions for the trailer coupling if a detach- The GLE 550 e 4MATIC cannot be used to tow a able trailer coupling is used. trailer. Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If you...
  • Page 219: Towing A Trailer

    WARNING scribed maximum speed in the relevant country. If the ball coupling is not correctly installed For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- and secured, it can come loose during the mum permissible rear axle load is increased journey and endanger other road users. There when towing a trailer.
  • Page 220 Towing a trailer Always install and secure the ball coupling as described. Before every journey, ensure that the ball coupling is secured with the bolt and the corresponding spring cotter. WARNING If the ball coupling is not installed and secured correctly the trailer may come loose.
  • Page 221: Coupling Up A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Establish the electrical connection between the vehicle and the trailer. Check that the trailer lighting system is work- ing. Push the combination switch upwards/down- wards and check whether the corresponding turn signal on the trailer flashes. A trailer that is connected is recognized only when the electrical connection is established correctly and when the lighting system is work- ing properly.
  • Page 222: Decoupling A Trailer

    Towing a trailer If possible, do not brake suddenly, but instead Towing a trailer depress the brake pedal moderately at first so There are numerous legal requirements con- that the trailer can activate its brakes. Then cerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed restric- increase the pressure on the brake pedal.
  • Page 223: Removing

    B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle. Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your vehicle could Mercedes-Benz recommends a trailer load be damaged by the rebounding of the overrun where the trailer drawbar noseweight brake.
  • Page 224 Towing a trailer You must not charge a trailer battery using the power supply. The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with a permanent power supply. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 4. The trailer's permanent power supply is switched off in the event of low vehicle supply voltage and after six hours at the latest.
  • Page 225: Important Safety Notes

    Displays and operation Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or Important safety notes counter-clockwise. If you turn the light switch to Ã, T or WARNING L, the brightness is dependent upon the brightness of the ambient light. If you operate information systems and com- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The light sensor in the instrument cluster cle while driving, you will be distracted from...
  • Page 226: Temperature Gauge

    Displays and operation There is a short delay before a change in outside Operating the on-board computer temperature appears in the multifunction dis- play. Overview Coolant temperature gauge WARNING Opening the hood when the engine is over- heated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment could expose you to hot gases or other service products.
  • Page 227: Multifunction Display

    Displays and operation Left control panel Right control panel Calls up the menu and menu bar Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Press briefly: Makes or accepts a call Scrolls in lists Switches to the redial memory Selects a submenu or function In the Audio...
  • Page 228 Menus and submenus Possible displays in the multifunction dis- Press and hold the % button on the steer- play: ing wheel until the Trip menu with trip odom- eter : and odometer ; appears. Z Gearshift recommendation, when shifting manually ( page 144) Trip computer "From Start"...
  • Page 229: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current fuel trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset. consumption Navigation system menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi menu, the multifunction display shows navigation instructions. Observe the additional information on naviga- Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the menu only dis- tion in the separate multimedia system operat- plays approximate range :.
  • Page 230: Audio Menu

    Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Change of direction announced without a tion system lane recommendation Road into which the change of direction The navigation system displays additional infor- leads mation and the vehicle status. Distance to change of direction and visual Possible displays: distance display New Route...
  • Page 231: Operation

    Menus and submenus Video DVD operation To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown in the multifunction display.
  • Page 232: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus You will see one of the following display mes- Press the 9 or : button to select the sages in the multifunction display: number you want to dial. Press the 6 or a button to start dialing. Phone READY or the name of the network provider: the mobile phone has found a net-...
  • Page 233: Activating Or Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Displaying the assistance graphic Further information about Distance Pilot DISTRONIC with Steering Pilot ( page 174). Activating or deactivating Active Brake Assist You can use these functions to activate/deac- tivate Active Brake Assist or, on vehicles with the Driving Assistance package, to activate or deactivate Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic Press the = or ;...
  • Page 234: Instrument Cluster Submenu

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Calling up display messages in message memory ( page 238) Assist Restarting the tire pressure loss warning sys- Press the = or ; button on the steering tem ( page 348) or checking the tire pres- wheel to select the DriveAssist menu.
  • Page 235: Permanent Display

    Menus and submenus Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Press the : or 9 button to select the Intell. Light System function. ASSYST PLUS service interval display If the Intell. Light System function has Selecting permanent display been switched on, the cone of light and the L symbol in the multifunction display are Permanent Display: function allows you...
  • Page 236: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the : or 9 button to select the Acoustic Lock function. Belt Adjustment function. If the Acoustic Lock function is activated, If the Belt Adjustment function is activated, the &...
  • Page 237: Factory Settings Submenu

    Menus and submenus Restoring the factory settings Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the = or ; button on the steering Upshift indicator: upshift indicator wheel to select the Sett. menu. indicates that the engine has reached the Press the : or 9 button to select the overrevving range when in the manual drive...
  • Page 238: Racetimer

    Menus and submenus RACETIMER Starting a new lap Displaying and starting RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads. RACETIMER Fastest lap time (best lap) Press a to confirm Lap.
  • Page 239: Display Messages

    Display messages Lap statistics If you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER is reset to "0" after 30 seconds. All laps are deleted. You cannot delete individual stored laps. If you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap does not have to be reset.
  • Page 240: Message Memory

    Display messages When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: HOLD function ( page 179) Parking ( page 153) Hiding display messages Press the a or % button on the steering wheel. The multifunction display hides the display message. High-priority display messages are shown in red in the multifunction display.
  • Page 241: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's tion.
  • Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Currently Unavaila‐ tion. ble See Operator's In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the instru- Manual ment cluster.
  • Page 243: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷, å and ! warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds.
  • Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 246: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position P.
  • Page 247: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Brake Assist Active Brake Assist is unavailable due to a malfunction. Adaptive Functions Limited Brake Assist may also have failed. See Operator's Man‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. PRE-SAFE Inopera‐ ®...
  • Page 248: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
  • Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the rear on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service Required Rear The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction...
  • Page 250: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See even though: Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
  • Page 252: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 49). Lights Vehicles with LED bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all of the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
  • Page 253: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are driving with low-beam headlamps switched off. Turn the light switch to the L or à position. Switch On Headlamps Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See...
  • Page 254: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 255: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the battery charge level is too low. Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 256: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
  • Page 257: Display Message

    Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone also Attention Assist: sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á You are exceeding the speed permissible for the selected off-road level. Max. speed 12 mph In addition, the vehicle level display appears above the display mes- sage, and a warning tone sounds. WARNING The vehicle could tip and rollover.
  • Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ý The differential lock is malfunctioning. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Different. Lock Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Sys. Malfunction ý The differential lock is too hot and has been disengaged. Drive on carefully.
  • Page 260: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Traffic Sign Assist Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog Clean the windshield.
  • Page 261: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature range ManualorActive the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 262: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Pilot is unavailable or malfunctioning. Switch off the ignition and restart the engine. If the Parking Pilot continues to be unavailable (the j symbol does not appear in the multifunction display): Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 263: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Distance Pilot A condition for activating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC has not been met. - - - mph Check the activation conditions for Distance Pilot DISTRONIC page 168). Steering Pilot Cur‐ Steering Pilot is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐...
  • Page 264: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss Soon in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires.
  • Page 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 266: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
  • Page 267: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position D.
  • Page 268: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hood is open. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 269: Smartkey

    Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle  The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. A warning tone also sounds. Take Your Key from Remove the SmartKey.
  • Page 270: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the SmartKey is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 271 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
  • Page 272: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 273: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
  • Page 274 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS is temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction. In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 275: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
  • Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ® , BAS, Active Brake Assist, Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Assist, ®...
  • Page 278: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
  • Page 279: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
  • Page 280 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
  • Page 281: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic.
  • Page 282: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 283: General Notes

    Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this Opera- traffic conditions and driving, and increase the tor's Manual describes the basic principles for risk of an accident.
  • Page 284: Operating System

    Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
  • Page 285: Operating System

    Operating system Favorites Navigation mode Calling up and exiting favorites Important safety notes To call up: press the g button on the con- WARNING troller. If you operate information systems and com- Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle. munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The favorites are displayed.
  • Page 286: Telephony

    (only available in the USA) yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access tions. conditions for carpool lanes. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool Apps lanes option is activated. select geo-coordinates...
  • Page 287: Searching For A Mobile Phone

    If codes match: select on the multimedia In the USA, you can get in touch with the system. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend- ing on the mobile phone used, confirm the...
  • Page 288: Inserting/Removing

    Operating system Inserting/removing an SD card ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- Important safety notes ufacturer's operating instructions). WARNING SD cards are small parts. They can be swal- Switching between mobile phones lowed and cause choking.
  • Page 289: Cd/Dvd Drive

    Operating system CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks (Rear Seat Entertainment System) Disc slot AUX, right-hand (R) jack for audio signal (red) AUX, left-hand (L) jack for audio signal (white) AUX, video (V) jack (yellow) Disc eject button The AUX jacks shown are for the AUX drive. Identical jacks can be found on the right-hand side of the rear-compartment screens (AUX dis- play).
  • Page 290: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas are on the vehicle identification plate on the B- Stowage areas pillar of the driver's door ( page 351). Loading guidelines Observe the notes on loading the vehicle page 351). WARNING The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle.
  • Page 291: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets. Ensure that closable stowage spaces are shut before beginning your journey.
  • Page 292: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas Vehicles with touchpad and COMAND To open: slide cover : forwards. Stowage compartment ; appears. To open: press button : at the front. To close: pull cover : back as far as it will go. Armrest ; folds out. Depending on the vehicle equipment, a multi- Stowage compartment in the rear cen- media connector unit with 2 USB ports (Media...
  • Page 293: Cargo Compartment Enlargement Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas Through-loading facility in the rear Cargo compartment enlargement If objects or loads are not secured when being Important safety notes transported in the through-loading facility, they could slip or be thrown around and thereby hit WARNING vehicle occupants. If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat Observe the loading guidelines ( page 288)
  • Page 294: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Folding the rear bench seat forwards Folding the rear bench seat back If the driver's or front-passenger seat is set for a Fold seat backrest ; back until it engages. larger person, it may not be possible to fold the Make sure not to trap the seat belt while doing rear bench seat forward.
  • Page 295: Bag Hook

    Stowage areas Securing hooks There are four cargo tie-down rings : in the cargo compartment. There is one securing hook : on each side of Before using the cargo tie-down rings on the the cargo compartment. front right-hand side of the cargo compartment, Only secure lightweight luggage items on the the stowage net must be pushed down.
  • Page 296: Combined Cargo Cover And Net

    Stowage areas Extending/retracting the cargo com- To install: Place cargo compartment cover : into anchorage ; on the right or partment cover left-hand side. Push in opposite end cap = of cargo com- partment cover : in the direction of the arrow and insert cargo compartment cover : into opposite anchorage ;.
  • Page 297: Coat Hooks

    Stowage areas Attaching the cargo net Make sure that the red lock verification indi- cator ? is no longer visible. The combined Pull the cargo net up by tab : and hook it into cargo cover and net will otherwise not be eyelets ;...
  • Page 298: Cargo Compartment Floor Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas Stowage well under the cargo com- striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of partment floor injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Important safety notes Always close the cargo compartment floor before a journey.
  • Page 299: Roof Carrier

    There is a risk of an accident. Never exceed the maximum roof load and adjust your driving style. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only Attach hook = to the cargo compartment's use roof carriers that have been tested and upper seal ?.
  • Page 300 Features Secure the roof carrier to roof rails :. In The stowage compartments in the doors provide doing so, observe the manufacturer's instal- space for bottles with a capacity of up to lation instructions. 34 fl. oz. (1.0 l). The bottles are not secured or prevented from tipping over.
  • Page 301: Features

    Features Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an lock. accident. To switch on the cooling function: press Always keep the mirror cover folded down and hold button = until the blue indicator while driving.
  • Page 302: Ashtray

    Features Roller sunblinds on the rear side win- Ashtray dows Front ashtray Always guide the roller sunblind by hand. Do The holder under the ashtray is not heat not let it snap back suddenly as this would resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes in the damage the automatic roller mechanism.
  • Page 303: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Vehicles without a Rear Seat Entertainment Sys- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition tem have an ashtray in the center console in the lock ( page 132). rear compartment. To open: slide cover : to its foremost posi- To open: briefly press cover ;...
  • Page 304 Features Socket in the cargo compartment Note that work and repairs on the 115 V power socket should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel. General notes The 115 V power socket provides an alternating voltage of 115 V so that small electronic devices can be connected.
  • Page 305: General Notes

    If you have questions about the activation, con- Customer Assistance Center. tact one of the following telephone hotlines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The mbrace system 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as...
  • Page 306: Emergency Call

    The Connecting Call message Have the system checked at the nearest author- appears in the multifunction display. ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- The audio output is muted. lowing service hotlines: Once the connection has been made, the Call...
  • Page 307: Roadside Assistance Button

    To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- mobile phone network is not available. The indi- side Assistance button :. cator lamp in the SOS button flashes continu- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ously. tomer Assistance Center. Call Failed...
  • Page 308: Mb Info Call Button

    Call priority To call MB Info: press MB Info call button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside tomer Assistance Center. Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency call The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : can still be initiated.
  • Page 309: Search & Send

    3 or sliding 1 If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then the controller and confirm with 7. 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will The system calculates the route and subse- be sent to your vehicle. quently starts the route guidance with the When the "Send"...
  • Page 310: Vehicle Remote Unlocking

    The vehicle remote closing feature is available if If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the relevant mobile phone network is available mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: and a data connection is possible.
  • Page 311: Downloading Routes

    You are then, for example, workshop. guided to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Center or a recovery vehicle is called. This information can also be called up under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
  • Page 312: General Notes

    You will be informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance of the selected areas. You can select the way in Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes which you receive this information beforehand.
  • Page 313: Synchronizing The Rolling Code

    Features Programming so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. Programming buttons The required distance between remote con- trol A and the integrated garage door opener Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" depends on the garage door drive system. page 310).
  • Page 314: Opening/Closing The Garage Door

    Features with Canadian law, some U.S. garage door open- operate in the frequency range of 280 to ers also feature a "break". 433 MHz. Proceed as follows: Replace the batteries in garage door remote control A. This increases the likelihood that if you live in Canada garage door remote control A will transmit a if you have difficulties programming the...
  • Page 315: Floormats

    Features Clearing the memory To remove: pull the floormat from retain- ers ;. Make sure that you clear the memory of the Remove the floormat. integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 132).
  • Page 316 Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when tem work under high voltage.
  • Page 317: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine oil Important safety notes WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury. Where possible, let the engine cool down and Make sure that the windshield wipers are touch only the components described in the...
  • Page 318: Engine Oil Adding

    Working in the engine compartment poses a Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service risk of injury. Products is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 319: Adding Washer Fluid

    ;. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested WARNING and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it comes into contact with hot engine compo- it will go.
  • Page 320: Assyst Plus

    A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- The letter or B, possibly in connection with a ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the number or another letter, shows the type of ser- ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the vice.
  • Page 321: Care

    Washing the vehicle and cleaning the an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. paintwork Driving abroad Automatic car wash An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is WARNING also available in other countries. You can obtain Braking efficiency is reduced after washing further information from any authorized the vehicle.
  • Page 322: Power Washer

    Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Vehicles with a SmartKey: shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not remove the SmartKey from the igni- Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- tion lock. Do not open the driver's door or tle jet of water.
  • Page 323: Matte Finish

    Mercedes-Benz care products. ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the care product used.
  • Page 324: Exterior Lights

    There agent, e. g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. cleaning cloths.
  • Page 325: Camera

    Clean sensors : of the driving systems with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 vehicles with black exhaust pipes: black chromed exhaust tips should not be polished with a chrome polish. Cleaning the rear view camera and 360°...
  • Page 326: Display

    For cleaning, do not use any of the following: Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use alcohol-based thinner or gasoline leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. abrasive cleaning agents commercially-available household cleaning agents These may damage the display surface.
  • Page 327: Carpets

    (e.g. dish washing liquid). Rub chrome-plated or not, consult an authorized carefully and always wipe entire seat sec- Mercedes-Benz Center. tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leave Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning results damp, lint-free cloth, e.g.
  • Page 328: Where Will I Find

    Flat tire Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergency Where will I find...? spare wheel Vehicle tool kit General notes The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stowage well under the cargo compartment floor. Apart from certain country-specific variations, the vehicles are not equipped with a tire-change tool kit.
  • Page 329: Moextended Tires

    Flat tire Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package: sidewall of the tire. You will find this marking make sure that the normal vehicle level is next to the tire size designation, the load-bear- selected ( page 182). ing capacity and the speed index ( page 356).
  • Page 330: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire Important safety notes WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita- WARNING tion. It must not come into contact with your When driving in emergency mode, the driving skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed. Do not characteristics deteriorate, e.g.
  • Page 331: Tire Pressure Not Reached

    Flat tire compressor from the stowage well under- Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter neath the cargo compartment floor page 301). Observe the notes on sockets page 326). page 301). Affix part : of the TIREFIT sticker to the Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition instrument cluster within the driver's field of lock (...
  • Page 332: Tire Pressure Reached

    A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant In cases such as the one mentioned above, impairs the driving characteristics and is not contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- suitable for higher speeds. There is a risk of ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the accident.
  • Page 333: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Drive to the nearest qualified specialist work- WARNING shop and have the tire changed there. Electrostatic build-up can lead to the creation Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as soon of sparks, which could ignite the highly explo- as possible at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 334 Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- After the battery has been disconnected, the ist workshop for further information. transmission is locked in position P.
  • Page 335: Jump-Starting

    Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi- ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
  • Page 336 Jump-starting WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep children away from batteries. Wash away battery acid immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention.
  • Page 337 Jump-starting Only use jumper cables which have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. If the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start. This charges the battery slightly. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.
  • Page 338 Towing and tow-starting Jump-starting is not considered to be a normal operating condition. Jumper cables and further information regarding jump-starting can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop. To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Towing and tow-starting these systems in the following or similar sit- uations: Important safety notes when towing the vehicle...
  • Page 339: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting shift to position P when the driver's or front- Installing/removing the towing eye passenger door are opened, which could lead to damage to the transmission. Installing the towing eye Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage the vehicle. Vehicles with differential locks: make sure the differential locks are in automatic mode.
  • Page 340: Emergency Engine Starting

    Towing and tow-starting All vehicles In order to ensure that the automatic transmis- sion stays in position N when towing the vehicle, You may only secure the vehicle by the you must observe the following points: wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as Make sure that the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 341: Fuses

    The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down shop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the compo- ter. nents on the circuit and their functions stop operating.
  • Page 342: Ment

    Fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment Fuse box under the rear bench seat WARNING When the hood is open and the windshield wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windshield wipers and the ignition before opening the hood.
  • Page 343: Operation

    Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of rectly can impair the operating safety.
  • Page 344: Service Life

    Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where the bar indicator other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire monitoring systems.
  • Page 345: Winter Operation

    Winter operation Observe the notes on the emergency spare Check the tires regularly for signs of damage wheel ( page 366). and replace any damaged tires immediately. MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat M+S tires properties) WARNING With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat char- acteristics), you can continue to drive your vehi- M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than cle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one...
  • Page 346: Tire Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding There is a risk of an accident. standard of quality. For more information, Follow recommended tire inflation pressures please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 347: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure Further information on tire pressures can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The actual number of seats may differ.
  • Page 348: Notes

    Tires with pressure that is too low can over- Only screw the standard valve cap or other heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 349: Maximum

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Avoid tire pressures that are too high in all the tires, including the spare wheel. To determine and set the correct tire pressure, proceed as follows: Overinflated tires may: Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be increase the braking distance checked.
  • Page 350: Restarting

    Tire pressure If you wish to confirm the restart: same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- sure loss warning system. Press the a button. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Tire Pressure Now OK? message of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g.
  • Page 351: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure Important safety notes When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal WARNING low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunc- Each tire, including the spare (if provided), tions may occur for a variety of reasons, should be checked at least once a month including the mounting of incompatible when cold and inflated to the pressure rec-...
  • Page 352: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure In addition to the warning lamp, a message of the wheel that has been removed for a few appears in the multifunction display. Observe minutes. If this occurs, note that the value dis- the information on display messages played for the position where the spare wheel is page 262).
  • Page 353: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle You can find more tire pressure values for Loading the vehicle various operating conditions in the tire pres- sure table inside the fuel filler flap Instruction labels for tires and loads page 344). WARNING Make sure that the tire pressure is correct on all four wheels.
  • Page 354 Loading the vehicle Number of seats Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- B-pillar, driver's side ard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration Maximum permissible gross vehicle are examples.
  • Page 355 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is cle. That weight may not safely exceed the 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- Example: steps 1 to 3...
  • Page 356 All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
  • Page 357: All About Wheels And Tires

    You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 342).
  • Page 358: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards General: depending on the manufacturer's page 359) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may Department of Transportation, Tire Identifi-...
  • Page 359 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.
  • Page 360: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehi- cle from exceeding the following speeds: All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG GLE 63): 130 mph (210 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 vehicles: 155 mph (250 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 with increased top...
  • Page 361: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
  • Page 362 All about wheels and tires Speed rating tem and optional equipment if these are instal- led in the vehicle, but does not include passen- The speed rating is part of the tire identification. gers or luggage. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.
  • Page 363: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Sidewall Changing a wheel The part of the tire between the tread and the Flat tire bead. The "Breakdown assistance" section Weight of optional extras page 326) contains information and notes on The combined weight of those optional extras how to deal with a flat tire.
  • Page 364: Preparing The Vehicle

    For information on which correct direction of rotation. tools are required to perform a wheel change on your vehicle, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Storing wheels Necessary tire-changing tools can include, for example: Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
  • Page 365: Using

    To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
  • Page 366: Mounting A New Wheel

    Always pay attention to the instructions and safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section page 361). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you...
  • Page 367: Lowering The Vehicle

    Changing a wheel Lowering the vehicle only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts Always use wheel bolts ; to mount the and bolts are not tightened to the specified "Minispare"...
  • Page 368: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- the vehicle document wallet. mends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip specifically for your vehicle. the vehicle:...
  • Page 369: Emergency Spare Wheel

    General notes You can ask for information regarding permitted emergency spare wheels at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Mounting the emergency spare wheel is descri- bed under "Mounting a wheel" ( page 362). You should regularly check the pressure of the...
  • Page 370 Emergency spare wheel Remove the emergency spare wheel bag with the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Open the emergency spare wheel bag and remove the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Stowing the emergency spare wheel Place the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel into the emergency spare wheel bag and close the emergency spare wheel bag.
  • Page 371 ; from the cargo tie-down rings. ible spare wheel. Otherwise, it will not fit into the Remove the emergency spare wheel bag with spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends the emergency collapsible spare wheel. that you have this work performed at a qualified Open the bag and remove the emergency col- specialist workshop, e.g.
  • Page 372 Emergency spare wheel Stow connector ? and hose B in the lower section of the tire inflation compressor. Stow the tire inflation compressor in the vehi- cle. Pull connector ? and hose B out of the housing. Remove the cap from the valve on the col- lapsible spare wheel.
  • Page 373: Information Regarding Technical Data

    Deviations with respect to frequency bands, maximum transmission outputs or antenna The operating permit may be invalidated if the instructions for installation and use of RF positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. transmitters are not observed.
  • Page 374: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W...
  • Page 375 You should therefore only use products that have been tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. You can identify service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on the container: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) MB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51) Other designations or recommendations indi- cate a level of quality or a specification in accordance with an MB Sheet Number (e.g.
  • Page 376: Grade (Gasoline)

    Do not use the following: Model Total capa- E15 (gasoline with 15% ethanol) city E85 (gasoline with 85% ethanol) GLE 550 e 4MATIC 21.1 US gal E100 (100% ethanol) (80.0 l) M15 (gasoline with 15% methanol) All other models 24.6 US gal M30 (gasoline with 30% methanol) (93.0 l)
  • Page 377: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Further information about fuel properties can fuel injection system as a result. In such cases, be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas and in consultation with an authorized stations. Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by...
  • Page 378: Important Safety Notes

    Maintenance sion. Inform your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center You must avoid fire, open flames, creating that you are operating or have operated the sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine vehicle with E85 fuel.
  • Page 379: Engine Oil

    ( page 373). engine damage The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. malfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas You should therefore only use engine oils and oil aftertreatment system...
  • Page 380: Notes

    You This could damage the engine. could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- Brake fluid vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
  • Page 381: Refrigerant

    All other models Approx. 10.3 US qt Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil (9.7 l) approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for...
  • Page 382: Vehicle Data

    1950 mm Mercedes‑AMG 37.0 ± 0.4 oz vehicles (1050 ± 10 g) All other models Mercedes-AMG 45.9 ± 0.4 oz GLE 43 (1300 ± 10 g) 4MATIC PAG oil Capacity All models 3.9 ± 0.4 oz (110 ± 10 g)
  • Page 383 69.4 in Wheelbase 114.8 in (1762 mm) (2915 mm) Maximum vehicle height 69.3 in Maximum ground clear- 8.0 in (Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S (1760 mm) ance (steel suspension) (202 mm) 4MATIC) Maximum ground clear- 10.0 in Wheelbase 114.8 in ance (AIRMATIC package)
  • Page 384 Off-road level 2 19.7 in (50 cm) Model Vehicle Off-road level 3 23.6 in length (60 cm) GLE 400 4MATIC 189.5 in Mercedes-AMG vehicles (4813 mm) Raised level 19.7 in All other models (4819 mm) (50 cm) For more information about off-road fording, see Vehicle data for off-road driving page 161).
  • Page 385: Vehicle Data For Off-Road Driving

    24° package: the maximum gradient climbing abil- mode with AMG ity is 80 %. adaptive sport sus- GLE 550 e 4MATIC: the maximum gradient pension system acti- climbing ability is 50 %. vated) Accelerate carefully and make sure that the Raised level 23°...
  • Page 386: Trailer Tow Hitch

    AMG GLE 63 4MATI Trailer tow hitch Mercedes- 7198 lbs (3265 kg) Mounting dimensions AMG GLE 63 S 4MA If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, changes to the cooling system and drive train GLE 350 d 4MATIC 7200 lbs (3265 kg)
  • Page 387 Mercedes- 3858 lbs (1750 kg) AMG GLE 63 4MATI Mercedes- 3858 lbs (1750 kg) AMG GLE 63 S 4MA GLE 350 d 4MATIC 3638 lbs (1650 kg) GLE 550 e 4MATIC 3704 lbs (1680 kg) Ball position of the ball coupling When choosing a ball coupling, the dimensions stated in the illustration must not be exceeded.

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