Page 1 G-Class Operator's Manual É4635844702`ËÍ 4635844702 Order no. 6515 4196 13 Part no. 4635844702 Edition A 2016...
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Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehi- cle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others.
Page 4 Contents Index ............3 At a glance ........... 26 Introduction ......... 19 Safety ........... 34 Opening and closing ......60 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..72 Lights and windshield wipers .... 84 Climate control ........99 Driving and parking ......111 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Display message ......185 Function ........... 59 Function/notes ........ 55 Switching off the alarm ....59 Important safety notes ....55 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Warning lamp ......... 206 see Qualified specialist workshop Accident AUTO lights Automatic measures after an acci- Display message ......
Page 6 Index Transmission position display ..119 Warning lamp ......... 205 Automatic transmission emer- Breakdown gency mode ........127 see Flat tire Axle load, permissible (trailer tow- see Towing away Brightness control (instrument ing) ............298 cluster lighting) ........27 Brush guard ........231 Bulbs BabySmart™...
Page 7 Index Cargo compartment cover Convenience opening/closing Installing/removing ....... 219 (air-recirculation mode) ....108 Notes/how to use ......219 Cooling with air dehumidification .. 103 Opening and closing ...... 219 Defrosting the windows ....106 Overview ........219 Defrosting the windshield ....105 Cargo compartment enlargement Dual-zone automatic climate con- Important safety notes ....
Page 8 Index Notes ..........294 Display (cleaning instructions) ..245 Temperature (on-board com- Display messages puter) ..........182 Calling up (on-board computer) ..184 Temperature gauge ......171 Driving systems ......195 Warning lamp ......... 210 Engine ..........192 Cooling General notes ........ 184 see Climate control Hiding (on-board computer) ...
Page 9 Index Drive program Hydroplaning ......... 135 Automatic ........123 Icy road surfaces ......136 Display ........... 119 Off-road driving ......137 SETUP (on-board computer) ..182 Off-road fording ......135 Driving in mountainous terrain Snow chains ........264 Approach/departure angle .... 140 Tire ruts .........
Page 10 Index Engine Folding in/out (automatically) ..81 Check Engine warning lamp ... 210 Folding in/out (electrically) ..... 80 Display message ......192 Out of position (troubleshooting) ..81 ECO start/stop function ....114 Setting ..........81 Engine number ....... 289 Storing settings (memory func- Irregular running ......
Page 11 Index Headlamps Front-passenger footwell ....260 Transmission tunnel ....... 260 Adding fluid to cleaning system ..239 Fuse extractor ........259 Cleaning ......... 244 Fuses Cleaning system (function) ....87 Cleaning system (notes) ....295 Allocation chart ......259 Fogging up ........89 Before changing ......
Page 12 Index From inside the vehicle (central locking button) ......... 65 Key positions see Central locking SmartKey ........112 Locking (doors) Automatic ........66 Locking centrally see Central locking Lap time (RACETIMER) ...... 182 Locking verification signal (on- LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat board computer) .......
Page 13 Index Mechanical key Function/notes ........ 61 Occupant safety General notes ........61 Automatic measures after an acci- Removing ......... 61 dent ..........46 Memory card (audio) ......176 BabySmart™ air bag deactivation Memory function ......... 82 system ..........50 Message memory (on-board com- Children in the vehicle .....
Page 14 Index Permanent all-wheel drive Trip menu ........173 Vehicle submenu ......180 Off-road system ......157 Video DVD operation ..... 176 Pets in the vehicle ....... 55 Operating safety Plastic trim (cleaning instruc- Declaration of conformity ....23 tions) ..........245 Important safety notes ....
Page 15 Index Switching on/off ......86 Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..21 Rear lamps Roof lining and carpets (cleaning see Lights guidelines) ......... 247 Rear seat bench Route (navigation) Folding into an upright position ..218 see Route guidance (navigation) Rear view camera Route guidance (navigation) ....
Page 16 Index Service menu (on-board com- Important safety notes ....60 puter) ..........178 Loss ..........63 Service products Malfunction ........63 Mechanical key ........ 61 Brake fluid ........293 Overview .......... 60 Coolant (engine) ......294 Problem (malfunction) ..... 63 Engine oil ........
Page 17 Index Steering wheel heating ....78 Important safety notes ....224 Storing settings (memory func- Locating a stolen vehicle ....229 tion) ..........82 MB info call button ......227 Steering wheel heating Remote vehicle locking ....229 Indicator lamp (malfunction) .... 79 Roadside Assistance button ..
Page 18 Index Warning message ......270 Service life ........263 Tires Sidewall (definition) ....... 280 Aspect ratio (definition) ....280 Speed rating (definition) ....279 Average weight of the vehicle Storing ........... 282 occupants (definition) ....279 Structure and characteristics Bar (definition) ....... 279 (definition) ........
Page 19 Index Towing eye Front ..........257 Unlocking Rear ..........257 Emergency unlocking ....... 66 Trailer From inside the vehicle (central 7-pin connector ......169 unlocking button) ......65 Power supply ......... 168 Trailer coupling (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........245 Trailer loads Vanity mirror Technical data .......
Page 20 Index Ventilation Window curtain air bag Setting the airflow ......105 Display message ......188 Video Operation ......... 43 Windows Operating the DVD ......176 VIN ............288 see Side windows Windows (cleaning instructions) ..243 Windshield Defrosting ........105 Warning and indicator lamps Windshield heating ......
Page 21: Introduction
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle Environmental note your personal driving style Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major You can influence both factors.
Page 22: Equipment
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- Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the cle.
Page 23: Maintenance
Program. For details, consult an authorized breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assis- Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the tance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 following addresses.
Page 24: Important Safety Notes
Introduction Sports Utility Vehicle WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their WARNING software as well as wiring can impair their Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle function and/or the function of other net- may start to skid and roll over in the event of worked components.
Page 25: Customer Relations Department
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol- isfaction, please discuss the problem again with lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of not cause interference, and (2) These devices the following addresses.
Page 26: Rescue Card
Introduction between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz In general, this technical information docu- USA, LLC. ments the state of a component, a module, a system or the surroundings. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at These include, for example: 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
Page 27: Copyright
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or data from the EDR is commercially available, mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly operation, the use of the vehicle in certain sit- disclaims any and all liability arising from the...
Page 28: Horn
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Combination switch Steering wheel paddle shifters Instrument cluster Horn Overhead control panel PARKTRONIC warning display Climate control systems Ignition lock Adjusts the steering wheel Cruise control lever Light switch Opens the hood...
Page 29 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Speedometer with segments Multifunction display Tachometer Coolant temperature display Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting control...
Page 30 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam headlamps h Tire pressure monitor T Parking lamps, license 6 Restraint system plate and instrument cluster ü Seat belt lighting ? Coolant ® ÷ ESP R Rear fog lamp K High-beam headlamps ;...
Page 31 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on the Voice Con- through lists trol System; see the separate operating instructions Confirms selections and hides messages Rejects or ends a call Exits phone book/redial Back...
Page 32: Upper Section
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND (see separate £ Hazard warning lamps operating instructions) 4 5 PASSENGER AIR c Seat heating BAG OFF indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å ESP c PARKTRONIC è...
Page 33 Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Stowage compartment/ashtray Automatic transmission selector lever Selects park position + Selects/deselects LOW RANGE off-road gear Stowage compartment Opens/closes the stowage compartment Cigarette lighter Audio controller (see the separate operating instructions) COMAND controller Switches the windshield heating on/off Adjustable damping Ú...
Page 34: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand F Roadside Assistance reading lamp on/off call button (mbrace system) c Switches the front inte- G SOS button (mbrace rior lighting on system) u Switches the rear inte- ï...
Page 35 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page n Activates/deactivates r 45 = Stores the override feature for the settings for the seat, exterior side windows in the rear mirrors and steering wheel compartment (memory function) W Opens/closes the side Adjusts the seats windows % &...
Page 36: Safety
Occupant safety Useful information Canada only: This device complies with the RSS-210 Rules of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to This Operator's Manual describes all models the following two conditions: and all standard and optional equipment of 1. This device may not cause interference, your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 37: Tor Lamp
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
Page 38: Introduction
Occupant safety led child restraint system, and the age and absorb part of the deceleration force. This can size of the child. Therefore, always observe reduce the force exerted on the vehicle occu- the information on "Children in the vehicle" pants during an accident.
Page 39 Mercedes-Benz vehi- buckle belonging to that seat. cle. The child restraint system must be appro- the seat belt is tight across your body.
Page 40: Fastening
Occupant safety of an accident, they could be crushed between the vehicle occupant and seat belt. objects are never secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants. Seat belts are only intended to secure and restrain vehicle occupants.
Page 41: Releasing
Occupant safety Bracket for seat belt tongues Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt outlet Belt buckle for fixed belt tongue and engage fixed belt tongue ? in belt buckle ;. Release button for fixed belt tongue Fixed belt tongue Belt buckle for movable belt tongue Release button for movable belt tongue Movable belt tongue...
Page 42: Important Safety Notes
Occupant safety can no longer fulfill their protective function driver or front passenger have fastened their and must be replaced. Visit a qualified spe- seat belts. cialist workshop. If the driver or front passenger unfasten their seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warn- ing is activated again.
Page 43 Occupant safety Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent Adjust the seats properly before beginning your journey. Always make sure that the seat an air bag from functioning correctly. Before is in an almost upright position. The center of starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting the head restraint must support the head at from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make about eye level.
Page 44: Pelvis Air Bag
Consequently, the air Mercedes-Benz. bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do. In addition, the func- tions of BabySmart™ may be impaired. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Page 45: Window Curtain Air Bag
Occupant safety Pelvis air bags : deploy below next to the outer WARNING seat cushions. A deployed air bag no longer offers any pro- When activated, the pelvis air bag enhances the tection and cannot provide the intended pro- level of protection of the vehicle occupants on tection in an accident.
Page 46 Occupant safety Method of operation The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially During the first stage of a collision, the restraint determined by: system control unit evaluates important physi- the distribution of forces during the collision cal data relating to vehicle deceleration or accel- the collision angle eration, such as:...
Page 47: Neck-Pro Luxury Head Restraints Important Safety Notes
How the air bag system works is determined Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the by the severity of the accident detected, functionality of the NECK-PRO head restraints/ especially the vehicle deceleration or accel-...
Page 48: Dent
Remove resetting tool : from the vehicle always secure this child in a restraint system document wallet. approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The Slide resetting tool : into guide ; between child restraint system must be appropriate to the NECK-PRO luxury head restraint and the the age, weight and size of the child.
Page 49: Child Restraint System
The seat belt cannot ized Mercedes-Benz Center. be immediately refastened. There is an WARNING increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Page 50: Anchors
Children in the vehicle observe the instructions on "Child restraint always resting completely on the seat cush- systems on the front-passenger seat" ion. Never place objects, e.g. cushions, under page 51). This includes information on or behind the child restraint system. Only use deactivating the front-passenger air bag.
Page 51: Top Tether
Children in the vehicle an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always lock the rear seats and rear seat backrests after installing a Top Tether belt. Observe the lock verification indicator. Adjust the rear seat backrests so that they are in an upright position.
Page 52: Air Bag Deactivation System
The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system's restraint system manufacturer's installation sensor system in the front-passenger seat instructions. detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a transponder for the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system has WARNING been installed. In this case, the PASSENGER AIR...
Page 53: On The Front-Passenger Seat
For this reason, PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install shows you whether the front-passenger front air the child restraint system on a rear seat.
Page 54 Children in the vehicle against the backrest of the front-passenger seat. The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Always make sure that the shoulder belt strap is correctly routed from the vehicle belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint...
Page 55: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes
Problems with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a transponder for BAG OFF indicator lamp the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system has been installed on the on the center console is front-passenger seat.
Page 56: Rear Doors
Children in the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehi- cle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 57: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Pets in the vehicle Important safety notes WARNING WARNING ® The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP switch off If you leave animals unattended or unsecured when the differential locks are switched on. in the vehicle, they could press buttons or ®...
Page 58: Adaptive Brake Lights
Driving safety systems Off-road ABS WARNING If the ABS malfunctions, other driving systems ® An ESP system specifically suited to off-road ® terrain is activated automatically once the off- such as the BAS or the ESP are also switched road program is activated. off.
Page 59: Deactivating/Activating
Driving safety systems ® If ESP intervenes: ® (Electronic Stability Program) ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- Important safety notes stances. Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- necessary when pulling away. tion ( page 55).
Page 60: Electronic Brake Force Distribu Tion
Driving safety systems the instrument cluster flashes. In such situa- ® tions, ESP will not stabilize the vehicle. ® If ESP is deactivated, it is reactivated auto- matically if you are driving at above 37 mph (60 km/h) (on AMG vehicles above 62 mph (100 km/h)) or you exceed a certain lateral acceleration.
Page 61: Adaptive Brake
Center automatically. The mbrace immobilizer may be faulty. Contact an author- emergency call system initiates the call if: ized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or you have subscribed to the Tele Aid service. 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 62: Important Safety Notes
SmartKey Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the This Operator's Manual describes all models SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten- and all standard and optional equipment of tionally turned in the ignition lock. This could your vehicle available at the time of publica- cause the engine to be switched off.
Page 63: General Notes
SmartKey Press the % and & buttons simultane- Changing the settings of the locking ously for approximately six seconds until bat- system tery check lamp : flashes twice. Mechanical key General notes If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
Page 64: Checking The Battery
Check your national disposal guidelines. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Checking the battery Battery compartment cover Mechanical key Press mechanical key ;...
Page 65: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from a the SmartKey.
Page 66: Important Safety Notes
Doors Doors WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Important safety notes they could: WARNING open the doors, thus endangering other When leaving the vehicle, always remove the people or road users. SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take get out and disrupt traffic.
Page 67 Doors Front doors: pull door handle ;. If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and can be opened. Rear compartment doors: pull handle : The door is unlocked. Pull door handle ;. Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside To unlock: press button :.
Page 68 Doors Automatic locking feature Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. To deactivate Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise To activate to position 1. To deactivate: press and hold button : for The door is unlocked.
Page 69: Important Safety Notes
Rear door Make sure that the doors and the tailgate are Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo locked. increases a child's risk of injury in the event of Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey. strong braking maneuvers If you lock the vehicle as described above, sudden changes of direction the fuel filler flap is not locked.
Page 70: Convenience Opening Feature
Side windows Closing Push the rear door closed from outside the vehicle. If necessary, lock the vehicle with the & button on the SmartKey. Side windows Important safety notes Front left WARNING Front right While closing the side windows, body parts in Rear right the closing area could become trapped.
Page 71: Convenience Closing Feature
Sliding sunroof Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's that nobody can become trapped when clos- door handle. ing the side windows. Press and hold the % button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof are in the Problem: a side window cannot be closed desired position.
Page 72 Sliding sunroof Open the rear door. Opening and closing the sliding sun- Pull off edge protection : from the door pillar roof in the direction of arrow ;. Pull away rear panel trim = as far as neces- sary in the direction of arrow ? until the electrical connections can be accessed.
Page 73 Sliding sunroof Reconnect the electrical connections. Re-install rear panel trim =. When doing so, hook lugs B of rear panel trim = into vehicle side wall C. Re-install edge protection :. Close the rear door. Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING You could be severely or even fatally injured when closing the sliding sunroof with...
Page 74: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats you have set the seat cushion angle so that Useful information your thighs are gently supported you can depress the pedals properly This Operator's Manual describes all models Check whether the head restraint is adjusted and all standard and optional equipment of properly ( page 74).
Page 75 Seats WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never According to accident statistics, children are leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. safer when properly restrained on the rear seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus, The seats can still be adjusted when there is no we strongly recommend that children be SmartKey in the ignition lock.
Page 76: Adjusting The Head Restraint
Seats visor could otherwise collide when the head Always drive with the head restraints instal- restraint is fully extended. led. Before driving off, make sure for every vehicle occupant that the center of the head If the front door is open, the seats can be adjusted for up to 30 minutes after the igni- restraint supports the back of the head at tion has been switched off.
Page 77: Luxury
Seats Adjusting the luxury head restraints Observe the following when adjusting the head restraints: Do not rotate the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints correctly. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.
Page 78: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port
Seats Adjusting the multicontour seat Switching the seat heating on/off General notes WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot. The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high tempera- tures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries.
Page 79 Seats The system automatically switches off Switching the seat ventilation on/off approximately 35 minutes after it is set to level 1. Switching on/off Switching the rear-seat heating on/off Seat ventilation is only available for the front seats. To switch on: press button : repeatedly The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selected.
Page 80: Important Safety Notes
Steering wheel Steering wheel Further related subjects: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 79) Important safety notes Storing settings ( page 82) WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do Steering wheel heating the following while driving: Activating/deactivating adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.
Page 81 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heat- If somebody becomes trapped: press one of the memory function position buttons, or press one of the memory function memory buttons, or move the switch for steering wheel adjust- ment in the opposite direction to that in which the steering wheel is moving The adjustment process is stopped.
Page 82: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting
Mirrors Position of the steering wheel for driv- Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 112). Press button : to select the left-hand exte- The steering wheel is moved to the last selected rior mirror position when: the driver's door is closed...
Page 83: Setting
Mirrors Setting the exterior mirrors Automatic anti-glare mirrors The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare mode if: the ignition is switched on and incident light from headlamps strikes the sen- sor in the rear-view mirror The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior light- ing is switched on.
Page 84: Memory Function
Memory functions Calling up a stored parking position set- If you shift the transmission to another posi- tion, the exterior mirror on the front- ting passenger side returns to the driving position. Using the memory button Left-hand exterior mirror Right-hand exterior mirror Adjustment button Left-hand exterior mirror Memory button...
Page 85: Calling Up A Stored Setting
Memory functions Press the M memory button. pants – particularly children – could become Press one of memory buttons 1, 2 or 3 within trapped. There is a risk of injury. three seconds. While the memory function is making adjust- The settings are stored in the selected stor- ments, make sure that no one has any body age position.
Page 86: Light Switch
Important safety notes Automatic headlamp mode/daytime 4 Ã running lamps For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Low-beam/high-beam headlamps mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, If you hear a warning tone when you leave the operation of the headlamps varies due to legal vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
Page 87: Automatic Headlamp Mode
Exterior lighting light switch to T, the daytime running lamps Automatic headlamp mode/daytime 4 Ã and parking lamps switch on. running lamps If the engine is running and you turn the light Low-beam/high-beam headlamps switch to L, the manual settings take prec- To switch on the low-beam headlamps: edence over the daytime running lamps.
Page 88: Rear Fog Lamp
Exterior lighting Rear fog lamp conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an accident. In such situations, turn the light switch to The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's light- ing at all times.
Page 89: Parking Lamps
Exterior lighting Parking lamps Standing lamps Left-hand standing lamps Left-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Parking lamps, side marker lamps, Parking lamps, side marker lamps, license plate and instrument cluster license plate and instrument cluster lighting lighting Automatic headlamp mode/daytime Automatic headlamp mode/daytime 4 Ã...
Page 90: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting To switch on the high-beam headlamps: the ignition, the automatic headlamp cleaning system is reset and counting is resumed from 0. turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to posi- tion 2 or start the engine. Turn the light switch to L or Ã. Combination switch Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :.
Page 91: Hazard Warning Lamps
Interior lighting Hazard warning lamps Headlamps and indicator lamps fog- ged up on the inside The headlamps and the indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors may fog up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity. Drive with the headlamps switched on. The level of moisture diminishes, depending on the length of the journey and the weather conditions (humidity and temperature).
Page 92: Rear Interior Lighting
Interior lighting | Switches the front interior lighting/ automatic interior lighting control off p Switches the right-hand front reading lamp on/off Switches the automatic interior lighting con- trol on To switch on: move switch B to the center position. The interior lighting switches on automatically when it is dark if you: unlock the vehicle Rear-compartment overhead control panel...
Page 93: Cargo Compartment Lamp
Interior lighting p Switches the right-hand front reading lamp on/off Switches the automatic interior lighting con- trol on To switch on/off: press the p button. Cargo compartment lamp WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear door is open when the engine is running, par- Front overhead control panel ticularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust...
Page 94: Replacing Bulbs Important Safety Notes
Replacing bulbs To switch on/off: press the t button. p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off If you open the rear door, the cargo com- Switches the automatic interior lighting con- partment lamp comes on. You will then be trol on unable to switch it off using the t button.
Page 95 Replacing bulbs tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and rub it Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with off with a lint-free cloth. your bare hands. Even minor contamination can burn into the glass surface and reduce the ser- Protect bulbs from moisture during operation.
Page 96: Side Marker Lamps
Replacing bulbs Tail lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W Example: turn signal lamp Brake lamp/tail lamp: P 21/5 W Switch off the lights. Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Unscrew screws =. Side marker lamp: T 4 W Remove lens ?. Backup lamp: P 21 W Rear fog lamp: P 21 W Changing the front bulbs...
Page 97: Tail Lamp
Replacing bulbs Attach dust cover =. Insert housing ;. Replace and tighten screws :. Changing the rear bulbs Protection grille (AMG vehicles) Make sure that the protective grille does not hit any painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork. Front side marker lamp (example) The bulbs of the front and rear side marker lamps are changed in the same way.
Page 98: Rear Fog Lamp
Windshield wipers Switch off the lights. Unscrew screws :. Remove lens ;. Turn bulb = counter-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, Turn signal applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise Brake/tail lamp until it engages.
Page 99: Rear Window Wiper
Windshield wipers If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield will Switching the rear window wiper on/ no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent you from observing the traffic conditions, thereby causing an accident. Combination switch è Switch Combination switch b Wipes with washer fluid $ Windshield wipers off I Switches on intermittent wiping...
Page 100 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Removing the wiper blades...
Page 101: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems lution, the interval may be shorter than stated Useful information in the Maintenance Booklet. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 102: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 105) Defrosts the windshield ( page 105) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 105) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 103) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 107)
Page 103 Overview of climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 105) Defrosts the windshield ( page 105) Switches maximum cooling on/off ( page 106) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 103) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 107) Sets the temperature, right ( page 105)
Page 104 Operating the climate control systems Operating the climate control sys- tems Switching climate control on/off Points to observe before use WARNING When the climate control system is deactiva- ted, the outside air supply and circulation are also deactivated. Only choose this setting for a short time.
Page 105: Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating cooling with air dehumidification General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly.
Page 106: Indicator Lamp
Operating the climate control systems To activate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button lights up. To deactivate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button goes out. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function has a delayed switch-off feature.
Page 107: Defrosting The Windshield
Operating the climate control systems P Directs the airflow through the center Setting climate control to automatic vents WARNING O Directs the airflow through the footwell air vents If you switch off the cooling function, the vehi- S Directs the airflow through the center cle will not be cooled when weather condi- and footwell vents tions are warm.
Page 108: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems Turn the SmartKey to position 2 ( page 112) MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running. in the ignition lock. To activate: press the ¬ button. To activate: press the Ù button. The indicator lamp in the ¬...
Page 109: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster
Operating the climate control systems switches off automatically after several minutes. If the battery voltage is too low, the rear window defroster may switch off. Problems with the rear window defroster If the indicator lamp in the ª rear window defroster button flashes, the on-board voltage is too low.
Page 110 Operating the climate control systems To deactivate: press the d button. nience closing feature, they will remain in this position when opened. The indicator lamp in the d button goes out. If parts of the body are in the closing area during Air-recirculation mode switches off auto- convenience closing, proceed as follows: matically:...
Page 111: Air Vents Important Safety Notes
Setting the air vents To deactivate: press the Á button. Setting the center air vents The indicator lamp in the Á button goes out. Residual heat is deactivated automatically: after approximately 30 minutes when the ignition is switched on if the battery voltage drops if the coolant temperature is too low Setting the air vents Important safety notes...
Page 112: Rear
Setting the air vents Setting the rear-compartment air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel : up or down. To set the air direction: move slider ; for the corresponding rear-compartment air vent to the left, right, up or down.
Page 113: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehi Cle
New and replaced brake pads and discs only carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. reach their optimum braking effect after several Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this pur- this by applying greater force to the brake pedal.
Page 114: Smartkey
Driving SmartKey positions Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals. WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect.
Page 115: Pulling Away
Driving Starting the engine Pulling away Important safety notes Automatic transmission WARNING WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust If the engine speed is above the idling speed gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling and you engage transmission position D or R, these exhaust gases leads to poisoning.
Page 116: Eco Start/Stop Function
Driving General notes verter to reach its operating temperature more quickly. The ECO start/stop function switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle stops Hill start assist moving. The engine starts automatically when the driver WARNING wants to pull away again. The ECO start/stop After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- function thereby helps you to reduce the fuel ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away.
Page 117: Air-Conditioning System
Driving To deactivate: in drive program C/E press the battery is sufficiently charged. button :. the system detects that the windshield is not fogged up when the air-conditioning system is switched on. Switch to drive program S or M ( page 122).
Page 118: Air-Conditioning System
Driving Automatic engine start The engine starts automatically if: In general: you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button you release the brakes when in transmis- sion position D or N and when the HOLD function is not active. By the driver: you release the brakes when in transmis- sion position D or N...
Page 119 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Turn the SmartKey back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting to start the engine again.
Page 120: Adjustable Damping
Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no gage shows a value longer being cooled sufficiently. above 248 ‡ (120 †). A Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to display message may cool down.
Page 121: Selector Lever
Automatic transmission should pull away carefully to check whether Bear in mind that the power transmission the desired transmission position is engaged. between the engine and the transmission is Select transmission position D. Do not interrupted when the engine is switched off. restrict the shift range.
Page 122: Engaging Reverse Gear
Automatic transmission Park position P is automatically engaged: vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of reach of children. if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock If the vehicle is stationary: if you open the driver's door while traveling at low speed in transmission position D or R Depress the brake pedal.
Page 123: Driving Tips
Automatic transmission If the parking brake is applied, release it. Neutral Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey No power is transmitted from the in the ignition lock. engine to the drive wheels. Releasing the brakes will allow you to Shifting to transmission position D move the vehicle freely, e.g.
Page 124: Kickdown
Automatic transmission Kickdown The automatic transmission switches to automatic drive program E (drive program C in Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. AMG vehicles) each time the engine is star- Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the ted. pressure point. Only change from automatic drive program The automatic transmission shifts to a lower C or S to manual drive program M when the gear depending on the engine speed.
Page 125: Shift Ranges
Automatic transmission Selecting the drive program You can only change gear with the steering wheel paddle shifters when the transmission is in position D. Automatic drive program Drive program E (drive program C on AMG vehi- cles) is characterized by the following: comfort-oriented engine and transmission settings optimal fuel consumption resulting from the...
Page 126 Automatic transmission Driving situations Selecting the ideal shift range Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle You can use the engine's braking shifter ( page 123) and hold it in position. effect The automatic transmission shifts to the gear The braking effect of the engine can which allows optimum acceleration and be utilized on downhill gradients or deceleration.
Page 127 Automatic transmission When the engine limiting speed is reached, The gearshift recommendations assist you in the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine adopting an economical driving style. The rec- from overrevving. Always make sure that the ommended gear is shown in the multifunction engine speed does not reach the red area of display.
Page 128 Automatic transmission If corresponding gearshift recommenda- tion : appears in the multifunction display on the instrument cluster, pull on the right- hand steering wheel paddle shifter page 123). The automatic transmission shifts to recom- mended gear ;. Downshifting Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter ( page 123).
Page 129: Refueling
Refueling Problems with the automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating. It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear. The transmission no lon- Stop the vehicle. ger changes gear.
Page 130: Refueling Process
Refueling Opening the fuel filler cap Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the fuel system. Take care not to spill any fuel on painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork. Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can. Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection sys- tem could be blocked by particles from the fuel can.
Page 131: Fuel Filler Flap Emergency Release
Refueling Fuel filler flap emergency release The emergency release is located in the cargo compartment, on the right-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel, behind the rear panel trim. The vehicle body in the emergency release area has sharp edges. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the edges on the inside of the vehicle body.
Page 132: Important Safety Notes
Parking Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective. vehicle. WARNING Risk of explosion or fire. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 ( page 112) immediately and remove it.
Page 133: Parking Brake
Parking Parking brake Do not switch off the ignition while driving. WARNING If you must brake the vehicle with the parking Switching off the engine brake, the braking distance is considerably Important safety notes longer and the wheels could lock. There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.
Page 134: Drinking And Driving
Driving tips To release: depress the brake pedal and keep some jurisdictions, it is forbidden for drivers it depressed. to use mobile phones while driving. The selector lever lock is released. Only operate COMAND (Cockpit Management Pull parking brake ; up firmly. and Data System) in compliance with all legal Press release button : on parking brake ;...
Page 135: Important Safety Notes
Driving tips by qualified and authorized Mercedes-Benz affect your reflexes, perceptions and judg- technicians. ment. The engine settings must not be changed under The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci- any circumstances. Furthermore, all specific dent are greatly increased when you drink or service work must be carried out at regular take drugs and drive.
Page 136: Maintenance
If you drive on salted roads, a layer of salt resi- fluid which has not been approved for due may form on the brake discs and brake Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an pads. This can result in a significantly longer equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's braking distance.
Page 137: High-Performance Brake System
You can obtain further information about this you drive at low speeds. from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the tires have adequate tread depth. New and replaced brake pads and discs only reach their optimum braking effect after several For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in hundred kilometers of driving.
Page 138: Air-Conditioning System
Driving tips wave could cause water to enter and damage becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of the engine and other assemblies. fatal injury. Do not open any of the vehicle's doors while If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating fording.
Page 139: Off-Road Driving
Driving tips WARNING To help avoid the vehicle rolling over, never turn it around on steep inclines. If the vehicle If you activate the LOW off-road gear while cannot complete the attempted climb, back it driving on a slippery road surface, the wheels down in reverse gear.
Page 140: Before Driving Off-Road
Driving tips The following driving systems are specially Adapt your speed to the terrain. The rougher, adapted to off-road driving: steeper or more ruts on the terrain, the slower your speed should be. 4ETS ( page 57) Drive slowly and at an even speed through the Transfer case ( page 162) water.
Page 141: After Driving Off-Road
Driving tips Driving on sand Replace dented or damaged wheels. Carry a sound spare wheel. Observe the following rules when driving on sand: Checklist after driving off-road Shift the transfer case to LOW RANGE( page 162). Driving over rough terrain places greater demands on your vehicle than driving on normal Avoid high engine speeds.
Page 142: Approach/Departure Angle
Driving tips for possible damage, especially to the under- Drive slowly. body and the components of the chassis. Accelerate gently and make sure that the wheels are gripping. Drive with particular care when driving over Avoid high engine speeds, except when driv- an obstacle while driving up or down a steep ing on sandy and muddy routes with high driv- slope.
Page 143: Driving System
Driving systems the vehicle is facing in the direction of the line Do not use cruise control: of fall. in traffic conditions that do not allow you to Observe the notes on driving in mountainous drive at a constant speed, e.g. heavy traffic, terrain ( page 140).
Page 144: Selecting
Driving systems Storing, maintaining and calling up a When you activate cruise control, the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for speed five seconds. The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control Storing and maintaining the current lever indicates which system you have selected: speed LIM indicator lamp off: cruise control is selected.
Page 145 Driving systems To activate or reduce speed do not know the stored speed, store the To switch between cruise control and varia- desired speed again. ble SPEEDTRONIC To deactivate cruise control Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle accelerates or decelerates to the set speed.
Page 146 Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Making adjustments in 5 mph increments (10 km/h increments): To activate or increase speed To activate or increase speed LIM indicator lamp LIM indicator lamp To activate at the current speed/last stored To activate at the current speed/last stored speed speed To activate or reduce speed...
Page 147: Speedtronic
Driving systems Cruise control lever SPEEDTRONIC Important safety notes WARNING If you rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving, the braking system can overheat. This increases the stopping distance and can even cause the braking system to fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 148 Driving systems Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or To switch between cruise control and varia- down ?. ble SPEEDTRONIC The current speed is stored and shown in the To deactivate cruise control multifunction display. If you fail to adapt your driving style, SPEED- TRONIC can neither reduce the risk of accident Calling up the last speed stored nor override the laws of physics.
Page 149: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Deactivating variable SPEEDTRONIC WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS cannot always clearly iden- tify other road users and complex traffic sit- uations. In such cases, DISTRONIC PLUS may: give an unnecessary warning and then brake the vehicle neither give a warning nor intervene accelerate or brake unexpectedly There is a risk of an accident.
Page 150 Driving systems ingly. Drive carefully and maintain a suitable dis- If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a slower-moving tance to the vehicle in front. vehicle in front, your vehicle is braked in order to maintain the preset distance to the vehicle in When DISTRONIC PLUS detects a risk of colli- front.
Page 151: Activation Conditions
Driving systems Cruise control lever the driver's door must be closed when you shift from P to D or your seat belt must be fastened. the front-passenger door and rear doors must be closed. the vehicle must not skid. the DISTRONIC PLUS function must be selec- ted ( page 149).
Page 152 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Switching on while stationary This function may be useful if you want to keep Pulling away and driving up with the traffic flow, e.g. at the end of a tail- back. You can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS if: the vehicle in front and your vehicle are stationary Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards...
Page 153: Distronic Plus
Driving systems Displays in the instrument cluster When changing lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS monitors the left lane on left-hand drive vehi- cles and the right lane on right-hand drive Displays in the speedometer vehicles. Stopping WARNING When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply.
Page 154 Driving systems Select the Distance Display function using Press the cruise control lever up : for a the on-board computer. higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. Keep the cruise control lever pressed until the Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- desired speed is reached.
Page 155: Deactivating
Driving systems To increase: turn control = in direction ;. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle you engage the parking brake in front. you are driving slower than 15 mph (25 km/h) To decrease: turn control = in direction :.
Page 156: Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line Obstructions and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles trav- DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obstacles eling on a different line. The distance to the or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detec- vehicle in front will be too short.
Page 157 Driving systems Monitoring range of the sensors As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the traffic conditions care- fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance. Blind Spot Assist is only an aid.
Page 158 Driving systems Indicator and warning display Collision warning WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to: vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area vehicles being overtaken at a speed differ- ence of more than 7.5 mph (12 km/h) vehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give...
Page 159: Hold Function
Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function HOLD function WARNING General notes When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away The HOLD function can assist the driver in the despite being braked by the HOLD function if: following situations: there is a malfunction in the system or in when pulling away, especially on steep slopes the voltage supply.
Page 160: Parktronic
Driving systems PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with A function or performance test should only ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audi- be carried out on a two-axle dynamometer. bly the distance between your vehicle and an Before you operate the vehicle on such a object.
Page 161: Warning Display
Driving systems Warning displays Side view Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance Top view between the sensors and the obstacle.
Page 162: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 163: Rear View Camera
The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or ultra- onds. sound waves. See if PARKTRONIC functions in a different location. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an Rear view camera authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose Important safety notes The rear view camera is only an aid.
Page 164: Transfer Case General Notes
Off-road driving systems Wait until the transfer case shift process is completed. Do not switch off the engine while changing gear and do not shift the automatic transmission to another gear. HIGH Position for all normal on- RANGE road driving conditions LOW RANGE Low-range position for driving off-road.
Page 165: Shifting To Neutral
Off-road driving systems is interrupted. As a result, the vehicle could roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Secure the vehicle with the parking brake, and on uphill or downhill gradients, also secure it with a device such as a wheel chock. Only carry out the gear selection if: the engine is running.
Page 166: General Notes
Off-road driving systems Differential locks improve the traction of the is interrupted. As a result, the vehicle could vehicle. roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Your vehicle is equipped with a differential lock Secure the vehicle with the parking brake, and each for: on uphill or downhill gradients, also secure it the transfer case: this controls the balance...
Page 167: Engaging
Off-road driving systems rear wheels rotate at the same speed, regard- less of their respective torque. Note, engaging the differential lock greatly impairs the vehicle's steerability. Note, it is imperative to use the differential func- tion when driving on firm road surfaces. Under no circumstances should the differential be locked when driving on firm road surfaces.
Page 168: Front Axle
Towing a trailer The vehicle's ability to steer is severely restric- Towing a trailer ted. Drive carefully and accelerate gently for optimum traction. Notes on towing a trailer You can now engage the differential lock for Important safety notes rear axle ? and the differential lock for front axle ;...
Page 169: Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
Further information on availability and on installation is available from any authorized The applicable permissible values, which must Mercedes-Benz Center. not be exceeded, can be found: The bumpers of your vehicle are not suitable in your vehicle documents for installing detachable trailer couplings.
Page 170: Power Supply
You must not charge a trailer battery using the For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- power supply. mum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at data"...
Page 171: Pin Connector
Towing a trailer Trailer with 7-pin connector General notes You can make a connection to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if nec- essary, an adapter cable. Both can be obtained in a qualified specialist workshop. Installing the adapter Make sure that there is enough slack in the cable for cornering so that the cable cannot...
Page 172: Important Safety Notes
Important safety notes Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 173: Instrument Cluster Lighting
Displays and operation Displays and operation Instrument cluster Instrument cluster lighting Tachometer The brightness control knob is located on the Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this bottom left of the instrument cluster could damage the engine. page 171). The red band in the tachometer indicates the Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or engine's overrevving range.
Page 174: Operating The On-Board Computer
Displays and operation Operating the on-board computer Press and hold: In the Audio menu: selects the Overview previous/next station or selects an audio track or a video scene using rapid scrolling In the (telephone) menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open Confirms a selection/display mes- sage...
Page 175: Menu Overview
Menus and submenus Multifunction display Menus and submenus Menu overview Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to call up the menu bar and select a menu. Operating the on-board computer ( page 172). Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, you can call up the following menus: Trip menu (...
Page 176: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Average speed Average fuel consumption Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. Press 9 or : to select From Start From Reset. The values in the From Start submenu are cal- culated from the start of a journey whilst the values in the...
Page 177 Menus and submenus Switch on COMAND (see the separate oper- shortens towards the top of the display as you ating instructions). approach the point of the announced change of direction. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu.
Page 178: Operation
Menus and submenus Operating audio devices or media Audio menu Selecting a radio station Example: CD/DVD changer display Current CD in the CD/DVD changer Waveband Current title Station frequency with memory position Audio data from various audio devices or media Station ;...
Page 179: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus Accepting a call To select the next/previous scene: briefly press the 9 or : button. To select a scene from the scene list (rapid scrolling): press and hold the 9 or : button until desired scene ; has been reached.
Page 180: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist To exit the telephone book: press the ~ or % button. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. Redialing Press the 9 or : button to select Blind Spot Asst.
Page 181: Permanent Display
Menus and submenus Changing the instrument cluster settings Selecting the permanent display function page 179) You can determine whether the multifunction Changing the light settings ( page 179) display permanently shows your speed or the outside temperature. Changing the vehicle settings ( page 180) Changing the convenience settings Press the = or ;...
Page 182: Interior Lighting
Menus and submenus Deactivating delayed switch-off of the exterior Press : or 9 to select the Interior lighting temporarily: Lighting Delay function. When the Interior Lighting Delay func- Before leaving the vehicle, turn the SmartKey tion is activated, the vehicle interior is dis- to position 0 ( page 112) in the ignition lock.
Page 183: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Convenience Press : or 9 to select the Auto. Mir‐ ror Folding function. If the Auto. Mirror Folding function is Activating/deactivating the EASY- activated, the vehicle's exterior mirror is dis- ENTRY/EXIT feature played in red in the multifunction display. WARNING Press the a button to save the setting.
Page 184: Racetimer
Menus and submenus RACETIMER AMG menu in AMG vehicles AMG displays Displaying and starting RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads. Digital speedometer Gear indicator Upshift indicator Engine oil temperature RACETIMER Coolant temperature...
Page 185: Resetting The Current Lap
Menus and submenus Starting a new lap 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 186: General Notes
Display messages Message memory menu This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACE- The on-board computer saves certain display TIMER. messages. You can call up the display messages Press = or ; on the steering wheel to in the message memory.
Page 187: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ® BAS (Brake Assist), the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP trailer ABS, ESP Defective stabilization are temporarily unavailable. Visit Workshop BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed.
Page 188: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP trailer sta- bilization are unavailable due to a malfunction. ESP Defective Visit BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed. Workshop The ÷...
Page 189: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. In addition, (USA the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. only) (Canada only)
Page 190: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system has malfunctioned. 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 unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 191: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ A BabySmart™ compatible child restraint system is installed on the bag Disabled See front-passenger seat. Operator's Manual The 4 5 indicator lamp also lights up. The front-passenger air bag is therefore disabled. Further information on BabySmart™...
Page 192: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trailer brake lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself. Check Trailer Brake Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Rear Left page 93).
Page 193: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Front Left Parking page 93). LamporFront Right Parking Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 194: Display Message
Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so Check Coolant page 238). Level. See Opera‐ Have the coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop tor's Manual if the coolant needs topping up more often than usual.
Page 195: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The poly-V-belt may have torn. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions. Check the poly-V-belt. If the poly-V-belt is torn: Do not continue driving.
Page 196 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- Engine Oil Level ing attention to road and traffic conditions. Low Stop Vehicle Add engine oil ( page 237) and check the oil level (...
Page 197: Driving Systems
Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions TC shift conditions The parking brake has not been applied and the brake pedal has not not fulfilled been depressed. The transfer case has canceled the gear change process and is in Neutral. There is no connection between the engine Apply the brake/ and the drive wheels.
Page 198: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions TC NEUTRAL The transfer case is in the Neutral neutral position. A warning tone will also sound when the driver's door is opened and the brake pedal is not depressed. Close the driver's door. Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( page 130).
Page 199: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS has been deactivated ( page 147). If it was deactivated automatically, a warning tone also sounds. DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is operational again after having been temporarily unavailable.
Page 200: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise control and Cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC are malfunctioning. SPEEDTRONIC Inoper‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ative Limit While depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kickdown), SPEEDTRONIC cannot be activated. - - - mph Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled.
Page 201 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 With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 202 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received from tor Currently the wheel sensors. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunc- Unavailable tioning. Drive on. The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as the problem has been solved.
Page 203: Display Message
Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Shift to P or N to You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi- Start Engine tion R or D. Shift the transmission to position P or N. Auxiliary Battery The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longer being Malfunction...
Page 204: Smartkey
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering Mal‐ WARNING function. See Oper‐ ator's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 205 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ABS ( page 206) ÷ ® page 207) å ® OFF ( page 207) Restraint system ( page 209) Check Engine ( page 210) Reserve fuel ( page 210) Coolant ( page 210) ·...
Page 206: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning Fasten your seat belt ( page 38).
Page 207: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) WARNING J (Canada only) The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking charac- USA only: the red brake teristics may be affected. system warning lamp is There is a risk of an accident.
Page 208: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. The yellow ABS warning Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be mal- lamp is lit while the functioning.
Page 209: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ESP , the HOLD function, ® The yellow ABS warning hill start assist, adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer stabilization, for lamp is lit while the example, are also unavailable.
Page 210 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
Page 211: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ å ® ® , BAS, the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP trailer sta- bilization are temporarily unavailable. ® The yellow ESP BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed. ®...
Page 212: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check Engine in the engine management warning lamp lights up in the fuel injection system while the engine is run- in the exhaust system ning.
Page 213 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warning Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine lamp comes on while the cooling system.
Page 214: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine coolant system checked. Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g.
Page 215: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. USA only: The yellow tire pressure WARNING monitor warning lamp Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: (pressure loss/malfunc- tion) is lit.
Page 216: Loading Guidelines
Loading guidelines Useful information WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust This Operator's Manual describes all models gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear and all standard and optional equipment of door is open when the engine is running, par- your vehicle available at the time of publica- ticularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 217: Glove Box
Stowage areas Observe the following notes when transporting Always stow objects so that they cannot be a load: thrown around in such situations. Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Always make sure that objects do not pro- sible and as low down in the cargo compart- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or ment as possible.
Page 218: Cargo Compartment Enlargement Important Safety Notes
Stowage areas To lock: insert the mechanical key into the storage bag. In an accident, during hard brak- lock ( page 61) and turn it 90° clockwise to ing, or sudden maneuvers, they could be position 2. thrown around inside the vehicle and cause To unlock: insert the mechanical key into the injury to vehicle occupants.
Page 219 Stowage areas fumes could enter the passenger compart- ment. There is a risk of poisoning. Turn off the engine before opening the rear door. Never drive with the rear door open. Ensure that you remove all containers from the cup holder in the rear before folding the seat backrest and the seat cushion of the rear bench seat forwards.
Page 220 Stowage areas Rear bench seat level of protection and could even cause injuries. Folding the rear bench seat forward Objects or loads in the trunk/cargo com- partment cannot be restrained by the seat backrest. There is an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged.
Page 221: Installing/Removing
Stowage areas Cargo tie-down rings in the cargo com- Opening and closing the cargo compart- partment ment cover There are four cargo tie-down rings : in the To open: pull cargo compartment cover : cargo compartment mounted at the sides. back and clip it into the retainers on the left and right of the rear door.
Page 222: Important Safety Notes
Features Push down the right-hand and left-hand sides Ensure that closable stowage spaces are of cargo compartment cover ; until it shut before beginning your journey. engages. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- Slide catches : in the direction of the side ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large objects in trim.
Page 223: Ashtray
Features Fold down sun visor :. Sun visors Fold up mirror cover =. Overview Mirror lights ? are switched on automati- cally. WARNING If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded Glare from the side up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be blinded by incident light.
Page 224: Cigarette Lighter
Features To open: fold cover ; out in the direction of the arrow. To remove the insert: press retaining lug : and pull insert = upwards and out. To install the insert: install insert = from above. To close: close cover ; fully. Cigarette lighter WARNING Cover...
Page 225: V Socket
Features Socket in the rear compartment Press in cigarette lighter :. Cigarette lighter : will pop out automatically when the heating element is red-hot. 12 V sockets General notes If you are simultaneously using all three sockets in the vehicle, make sure that you do not exceed the maximum current draw of 45 A.
Page 226: Important Safety Notes
Features Open flap =. WARNING Switch on the ignition. Any device that you connect must have a suit- Insert the plug of the electronic device into able plug and meet U.S. standards. Never pull 115 V power socket :. at a cable to disconnect a plug from a 115 V Indicator lamp ;...
Page 227: Emergency Call
GPS reception and the vehicle position can be for- Have the system checked at the nearest warded to the Customer Center. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines: The mbrace system USA: Response Center at...
Page 228: Roadside Assistance Button
Press Roadside Assistance button : for more than two seconds. If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assis- vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle, vehi- tance Representative is initiated. Indicator cle in a dangerous road location), please do lamp ;...
Page 229: Mb Info Call Button
Press Roadside Assistance button : for available. more than two seconds. A voice connection is established between the A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assis- Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Represen- tance Representative is initiated. Indicator tative and the vehicle occupants. lamp ; in Roadside Assistance button : The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Rep- flashes while the call is active.
Page 230 Features You can find further information on the mbrace You are prompted to confirm route guidance to the address entered. system at http://www.mbusa.com Log in under "Owners Online". For information on the components and operating principles of COMAND, (see the If the indicator lamp in MB Info call but- separate operating instructions).
Page 231: Vehicle Remote Malfunction Diag Nosis
Customer Assis- are no longer nearby. The vehicle can then be tance center. locked by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assis- tance Center. Vehicle Health Check The vehicle can be remotely locked within four days of the ignition being turned off.
Page 232: Downloading Routes
Features If you select Cancel, the vehicle remote mal- A route can be prepared and sent either by a function diagnosis is canceled completely. customer service representative or via the mbrace portal on the Internet. Each route can The vehicle operating state check begins. include up to 20 way points.
Page 233: Brush Guard
There garage door opener, contact an authorized is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave Mercedes-Benz Center. You can also contact the engine running in enclosed spaces with- the following service hotlines: out sufficient ventilation.
Page 234 Features Keep transmitter button B on garage door remote control A pressed until indicator lamp : starts to flash rapidly. The programming has been successful if indi- cator lamp : flashes rapidly. Release transmitter buttons ;, = or ? on the integrated remote control and transmitter button B on the garage door remote control.
Page 235 Features ther your vehicle nor any persons/objects are Keep the transmitter button (;, = or ?) present within the sweep of the door or gate. depressed until the integrated remote control has been set up successfully. Observe the safety notes when performing the rolling code synchronization ( page 231).
Page 236: Opening/Closing The Garage Door
Features from the transmitter button which you are pressed. The transmission will be halted after programming. Try various angles at a distance a maximum of 20 seconds and indicator between 2 and 12 inches (5 to 30 cm) or at the lamp : will flash.
Page 237: Important Safety Notes
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- This Operator's Manual describes all models tem work under high voltage. If you touch and all standard and optional equipment of components which are under voltage, you your vehicle available at the time of publica- could get an electric shock.
Page 238: Checking The Oil Level
Engine compartment Opening the hood Lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 inches (20 cm). Check that the hood has engaged properly. If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.
Page 239 Engine compartment When checking the oil level: The measurement takes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the multi- park the vehicle on a level surface. function display: the engine should be switched off for approx- Engine Oil Level OK imately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature.
Page 240 Ensure that the cap locks into place securely. and oil filters tested and approved in accord- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Additional service products Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
Page 241: Adding Washer Fluid
;. To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Add the premixed washer fluid. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as To close: press cap : onto the filler neck it will go.
Page 242: Brake Fluid Level
You can obtain further information from an Points to remember authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The specified maintenance interval takes only The ASSYST service interval display informs you the normal operation of the vehicle into of the next service due date.
Page 243: Car Wash
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for retaining the quality in the long term. Use care products and cleaning agents recom- You will also hear a brief warning tone. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. Exterior care...
Page 244: Power Washer
This could damage Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car wheel bolts and brake components. shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- Do not park the vehicle for an extended tle jet of water.
Page 245: Matte Finish
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint windshield or wiper blades. There is a risk of surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the injury. case approximately every three to five months,...
Page 246: Chrome Parts
Cleaning the headlamps Clean the headlamp lenses with a damp sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean cam- Cleaning the sensors era lens :.
Page 247: Display
Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod- ucts recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. The surface may change color temporarily. Wait until the surface is dry again.
Page 248: Gear Or Selector Lever
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use instructions: leather care agents that have been recom- Clean genuine leather covers carefully with mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. a damp cloth and then wipe the covers down with a dry cloth. Cleaning genuine wood and trim strips Make sure that the leather does not become soaked.
Page 249: Carpets
Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 250: Vehicle Tool Kit
Where will I find...? Useful information Vehicle tool kit General notes This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of When they leave the factory, vehicles are your vehicle available at the time of publica- not equipped with the tools needed to change tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 251: Stainless-Steel Spare Hub Cap
Where will I find...? When changing a wheel, you should also observe the safety notes in the "Flat tire" sec- tion ( page 250). The spare wheel is on the outer side of the rear door. Stainless-steel spare hub cap Jack ;...
Page 252: Important Safety Notes
Battery (vehicle) Bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead When re-installing trim panel ?, make sure position. that retainer A engages in recess B. Move the selector lever to position P. Removing the spare wheel Switch off the engine. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. The spare wheel is heavy.
Page 253 Battery (vehicle) Always make sure that neither you nor the bat- should have all work involving the battery car- tery is electrostatically charged. A build-up of ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. electrostatic charge can be caused, for exam- ple: If ABS malfunctions, the wheels can lock during by wearing clothing made from synthetic...
Page 254 Battery (vehicle) by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- Environmental note ist workshop for further information. Batteries contain dangerous For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- substances. It is against the mends that you only use batteries which have law to dispose of them with been tested and approved for your vehicle by the household rubbish.
Page 255 A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for information and availability. Charge the battery in accordance with the oper- ating instructions for the battery charger.
Page 256: Jump Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a pos- itive terminal and a ground point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 257 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 258: Important Safety Notes
Towing and tow-starting Lift up cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery B using the jumper cable. beginning with your own battery. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed.
Page 259: With Both Axles On The Ground
Towing and tow-starting Towing eye, rear It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed away. If the transfer case can be shifted into neutral N, you can tow the vehicle. If the transfer case cannot be shifted into neu- tral N, you can tow the vehicle with one axle raised.
Page 260: In The Event Of Malfunctions
Observe the safety notes as you do so page 257). page 256). Apply the parking brake. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- lock ( page 112). ter. Shift the selector lever to N.
Page 261: Fuse Allocation Chart
Fuses In the event of damage to the front axle If a fuse has blown, contact a breakdown service or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- Have the propeller shaft between the rear axle ter. and the transfer case removed. If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the...
Page 262: Front-Passenger Footwell
Fuses Fuse box Open the front-passenger door. To open: pull cover : outwards in the direc- tion of the arrow and remove it. Fuse box in the transmission tunnel To close: clip in cover : on the front of the dashboard.
Page 263: Ment
Fuses Fuse box in the cargo compartment Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture seep- ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper- ation of the fuses.
Page 264: Wheels And Tires
Operation Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- Useful information cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- rectly can impair the operating safety. This Operator's Manual describes all models Before purchasing and using non-approved and all standard and optional equipment of...
Page 265: Service Life
Do not install anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or a valve cap approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Marking : shows the tread wear indicator Do not install anything onto the valve, such as (TWI).
Page 266: Snow Chains
Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) and thereby damaging the tires permanently. the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) regard- Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for ing snow traction, and were specially developed this type of damage. for driving on snow. Only these tires will allow ®...
Page 267: Recommended
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding under different operating conditions, e.g. standard of quality. off-road driving Only use snow chains when driving on roads completely covered by snow.
Page 268: Notes
The load conditions "partially Only screw the standard valve cap or other laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for for different numbers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The actual number of seats may dif- your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 269 Tire pressure Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the tire Underinflated or overinflated tires pressure. The outer appearance of a tire does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tire Underinflation pressure. On vehicles equipped with the elec- tronic tire pressure monitoring system, the tire WARNING pressure can be checked using the on-board Tires with pressure that is too low can over-...
Page 270: Maximum
Tire pressure Maximum tire pressures The tire pressure is too high: press down the metal pin in the valve using the tip of a pen, for example. Air is released from the tire. Check the tire pressure again with the tire pressure gauge.
Page 271 Tire pressure the tire pressure in all four tires. The tire pres- Your vehicle has also been equipped with a sure monitor warns you if the pressure drops in TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the one or more of the tires. The tire pressure mon- system is not operating properly.
Page 272: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning mes- 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may sages cause undesired operation of the device. If the tire pressure monitor detects a significant Any unauthorized modification to this device pressure loss on one or more tires, a warning could void the user's authority to operate the message is shown in the multifunction display.
Page 273: Loading
Loading the vehicle Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 112). Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Serv. menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Tire Pressure.
Page 274 Loading the vehicle Specification for maximum permissible suant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle load : is listed on the Tire and Loading Infor- Safety Act of 1966". mation placard: "The combined weight of Step 1: Locate the statement "The combined occupants and cargo should never exceed weight of occupants and cargo should never XXX kilograms or XXX lbs."...
Page 275 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a maximum load of 1,500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard page 271).
Page 276: Tread Wear
Only use a trailer tow hitch that has been tread shoulder and maximum tire width. approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Example: Comply with the manufacturer's operating Treadwear grade: 200 instructions for operation, care and mainte- nance.
Page 277: Labeling (Overview)
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 263).
Page 278 Tire labeling If "P" precedes the size description: light truck Load identification ( page 277) tires according to U.S. manufacturing stand- Tire name ards. The markings described above are on the tire in If "T" precedes the size description: these are addition to the tire name (sales designation) and compact emergency spare wheels at high tire the manufacturer's name.
Page 279: Load Index
Tire labeling All-weather tires and winter tires identification follows the type approval num- ber and has no connection with the speed Index Speed rating rating. Summer tires up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S Index Speed rating up to 118 mph (190 km/h) T M+S up to 100 mph (160 km/h) up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
Page 280: Maximum Tire Load
Tire labeling identify speed rating B on the sidewall of the tire ( page 276). If no specification is given: no text (as in the example above), represents a standard load (SL) tire XL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced tire Light Load: represents a light load tire C, D, E: represents a load range that depends on the maximum load that the tire can carry at...
Page 281: Characteristics
Tire labeling ment. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of Tire characteristics the tire. Recommended tire pressures The recommended tire pressure applies to the tires mounted at the factory. The Tire and Loading Information placard con- tains the recommended tire pressures for cold tires on a fully loaded vehicle and for the maxi- mum permissible vehicle speed.
Page 282 Tire labeling Maximum permissible tire pressure the drawbar noseweight, if applicable. The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the gross vehi- Maximum permissible tire pressure for one tire. cle weight rating GVWR as specified on the vehi- cle identification plate on the B-pillar on the Maximum load on one tire driver's side.
Page 283: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Changing a wheel The combined weight of those optional extras Flat tire that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 2.3 kg (5 lbs). These The "Breakdown assistance" section optional extras, such as high-performance page 250) contains information and notes on brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per- how to deal with a flat tire.
Page 284: Raising The Vehicle
There is a risk cific jack that has been tested and approved of injury. by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. Remove the spare wheel from the spare wheel The jack is designed only to raise and hold the bracket before lifting the vehicle.
Page 285: Pump Lever
Changing a wheel be able to achieve its load-bearing capacity due to the restricted height. Make sure that the distance between the underside of the tires and the ground does not exceed 1.2 in (3 cm). Do not place your hands or feet under the raised vehicle.
Page 286: Mounting A New Wheel
Wheel and tire combinations Mounting a new wheel WARNING Oiled or greased wheel bolts/wheel nuts and damaged wheel bolt/wheel nut/wheel hub threads can cause wheel bolts/wheel nuts to come loose. As a result, you could lose a wheel while driving. There is a risk of an acci- dent.
Page 287 Not all wheel and tire combinations are Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam- available at the factory for all countries. age resulting from the use of tires, wheels or accessories other than those tested and approved.
Page 288 7.5J x 18 H2 ET 43 9.5J x 19 H2 ET 50 275/55 R19 111V M+S You can obtain information about tires and tire dimensions that are not listed here at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G 63 AMG Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels 9.5J x 20 H2 ET 50...
Page 289 Wheel and tire combinations You can obtain information about tires and tire dimensions that are not listed here at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 290: Paint Code Number
Identification plates Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 291: Engine Number
Components and service products must be matched. Only use products recommended by Engine number Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recom- mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.
Page 292: Grade (Gasoline)
Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can obtain further infor- Model Total capa- mation from any authorized Mercedes-Benz city Center. All models 25.4 US gal To ensure the longevity and full perform- (96.0 l)
Page 293: Additives
87 AKI/91 RON. This may reduce engine per- ded by Mercedes-Benz. You must observe the formance and increase fuel consumption. Avoid notes and mixing ratios specified on the con- driving at full throttle and sudden acceleration.
Page 294: Additives
The engine oils are matched to the performance fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity, this of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. means that it is thick; a low viscosity means that For this reason, only use engine oils and oil fil- it is thin.
Page 295: Notes
PAG oil member. Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. All other models Capacity The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with Refrigerant any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
Page 296: Notes
Mercedes- the pressurized system is approximately 266 ‡ Benz can be obtained at an authorized (130 †). Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. If the coolant level is too low, MB 325.0 anti- freeze/corrosion inhibitor should be added.
Page 297: Washer Fluid
Vehicle data Capacity Add washer fluid concentrate, e.g. MB Sum- merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all year round. Model Capacity G 550 Approx. 11.1 US qt (10.5 l) Vehicle data G 63 AMG Approx. 14.6 US qt General notes (13.8 l) Low-temperature cir-...
Page 298: Fording Depth
Vehicle data for off-road driving GVWR is the maximum permissible gross G 550 weight of the vehicle. Gross vehicle weight Vehicle length (GVW) is the vehicle weight including fuel, 187.6 in (4764 mm) service products, spare wheel, accessories installed, load and, if applicable, trailer draw- Vehicle width including 80.9 in bar load.
Page 299: Mounting Dimensions
Trailer tow hitch Trailer tow hitch Mounting dimensions If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, changes to the engine cooling system may be necessary, depending on the vehicle type. If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, observe the anchorage points on the chassis frame.
Page 300: Trailer Loads
The lowest weight applies. The maximum permissible trailer drawbar noseweight is the maximum weight with which the trailer drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings. Ball position 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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