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  • Page 1 G-Class Owner's Manual Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only...
  • Page 2 Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: WARNING Warning notices draw your attention to haz- ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warn- ing notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 17 Introduction ......... 13 Safety ........... 23 Opening and closing ......37 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..49 Lights and windscreen wipers ... 57 Climate control ........77 Driving and parking ......85 Display and display messages ..
  • Page 6 Index Releasing the parking lock man- ually ..........95 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Selector lever ........91 Function/notes ........ 35 Shift ranges ........93 Important safety notes ....35 Trailer towing ........93 Warning lamp ......... 121 Automatic transmission emer- Activating/deactivating air-recir- gency running mode ......
  • Page 7 Index Bulbs Checklist Additional turn signal lamp ....68 After driving off-road ...... 107 Blackout brake lamps ...... 71 Before driving off-road ....107 Blackout lighting ......67 Child-proof lock Blackout tail lamp ......69 Rear door ......... 34 Brake lamp ........69 Child-proof locks Dipped-beam headlamps ....
  • Page 8 Index Dipped-beam headlamps Tyre ruts ........108 Changing bulbs ........ 65 Wet road surface ......102 Setting for driving abroad (sym- metrical) .......... 58 Display (cleaning instructions) ..150 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Display message bution) ASSYST service interval display ..145 Function/notes ........
  • Page 9 Important safety notes ....169 Main fuse box ........ 170 Immobiliser .......... 36 Increasing/reducing temperature (heating and air-conditioning sys- tem) ............80 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..188 Indicator and warning lamps Glove compartment ......130 Overview .......... 20 Gradient-climbing capability (max- Instrument cluster imum) ..........
  • Page 10 Jump starting (engine) ...... 163 Main-beam headlamps Jump-starting socket ......165 Switching on/off ......60 Main fuse box ........170 Matt finish (cleaning instructions) . . 149 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre see Qualified specialist workshop Loss ..........39 Mirrors Malfunction ........39 see Exterior mirrors Overview ..........
  • Page 11 Index Operating safety Rear seat bench Diagnostics connection ....14 Folding into an upright position ..132 Outside temperature display ... 118 Rear-view mirror ........55 Rear window heating ......81 Rear window wiper Switching on/off ......74 Paint code .......... 191 Refuelling Paintwork (cleaning instructions) .
  • Page 12 Index Securing a load ........133 Stowage compartment (platform Service products truck) ..........135 Brake fluid ........195 Stowage compartments Coolant (engine) ......195 Glove compartment ....... 130 Engine oil ........194 Important safety information ..129 Fuel ..........191 Summer tyres ........
  • Page 13 Index Trailer Tyres 7-pin connector ......116 Changing a wheel ......178 Coupling up ........115 Checking ........175 Power supply ......... 116 Direction of rotation ...... 179 Trailer coupling (cleaning instruc- Grip ..........103 tions) ..........150 Important safety notes ....174 Trailer loads Replacing ........
  • Page 14 Index Windscreen wipers Problem (malfunction) ..... 75 Walk-on bonnet ......... 137 Rear window wiper ......74 Warning and indicator lamps Replacing the wiper blades ....74 ABS ..........120 Switching on/off ......73 Air filter .......... 124 Winter Battery ........... 123 Driving in winter ......
  • Page 15 Mercedes-Benz will take back your this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- takes the requirements of both nature and mentally responsible manner, in accordance humanity into consideration.
  • Page 16 The following information applies to all com- equipment and operation, please consult a ponents of this vehicle that receive and/or Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. transmit radio waves: The Owner's Manual and the Service Booklet The components of this vehicle which receive...
  • Page 17 It is advisable to register your vehicle with a for the connection of diagnostic equipment at Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. a qualified specialist workshop. Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible Connecting equipment to the diagnostics about any change in address or vehicle own- connection can lead to emissions monitoring ership.
  • Page 18 When your vehicle is serviced by Mercedes- Benz, this technical information can be read out from the fault memory. Authorised employees of the Mercedes-Benz service net- work read this technical information using special diagnostic computers. After a fault has been rectified, the informa- tion is deleted from the memory.
  • Page 19 Cockpit ..........18 Instrument cluster ......19 Centre console ........21...
  • Page 20 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Combination switch Adjusts the headlamp range Emergency start facility Instrument cluster Ignition lock Glove compartment Battery main switch Steering wheel Horn Opening the bonnet Only for 24 V electrical system.
  • Page 21 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Rev counter Speedometer Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Adjusts the instrument cluster lighting: brighter Adjusts the instrument cluster lighting: dimmer Inoperative Total distance recorder/trip meter selector button Reset button Display...
  • Page 22 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page Brakes ABS indicator lamp Turn signals Coolant ABS warning lamp Fuel/water separator Reserve fuel Parking brake Washer fluid level Oil level Preglow Brake pad wear indicator Battery Air filter Main-beam headlamps Transfer case Engine diagnostics Rear foglamp...
  • Page 23 Centre console Centre console Overview Example: centre console overview Function Page Function Page 24 V power socket Rear foglamp Heating and air-condition- ing system control panel Hazard warning lamps Automatic transmission CD/radio player; see the selector lever separate operating instruc- tions Control panel 12 V socket...
  • Page 24 Centre console Lower section with control panel Centre console, lower section with con- Function Page trol panel (example) 12 V turn signal indicator Function Page lamp for trailer towing 24 V turn signal indicator Engages the transfer case lamp for trailer towing Seat heating 24 V battery charge warn- Auxiliary heating...

  • Page 25: Table Of Contents

    Useful information ......24 Occupant safety ........24 Children in the vehicle ......29 Driving safety systems ....... 35 Anti-theft systems ......36...

  • Page 26: Useful Information

    The airbag system can be adapted for a per- Introduction son with disabilities. For further information, consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. SRS reduces the risk of occupants coming into contact with the vehicle's interior in the Seat belts, together with the Supplemental event of an accident.

  • Page 27: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety forces to which occupants are subjected dur- front airbags inflate with the maximum ing an accident. amount of gas within a few milliseconds. SRS consists of: Airbags are not deployed in all types of accidents. Also, not all airbags are SRS warning lamps + deployed together in an accident.
  • Page 28 Occupant safety Airbags do not lean on the doors from inside the vehicle. Important safety notes make sure that there are no people, ani- mals or objects between the driver, front WARNING passenger and the area where the airbags Airbags provide additional protection; they are deployed.
  • Page 29 Occupant safety If an airbag deploys, you will hear a bang and They are deployed: a small amount of powder is released. Only in at the start of an accident with a high rate rare cases will the bang affect your hearing. of vehicle acceleration or deceleration in a The powder that is released generally does longitudinal direction...
  • Page 30 Instructions in the chapter "Safety", "Chil- dren in the Vehicle". Observe the installa- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only tion instructions of the child restraint sys- use seat belts which have been approved tem manufacturer.

  • Page 31: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle Fastening seat belts Press release button : of belt buckle = and guide belt tongue ; back towards belt Three-point seat belt sash guide. Children in the vehicle Child restraint systems Important safety notes WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or even fatal injury to the child in the event of a sudden change in direction, braking or an accident: Children less than 1.50 m tall and under...
  • Page 32 You can obtain information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes- Benz Service Centre. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems. Warning symbol for a rearward-facing child You can obtain information about this at restraint system any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 33 It therefore cannot ted and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehi- perform its intended protective function in the cles. event of an accident. This poses an increased An incorrectly fitted child restraint system risk of injury.
  • Page 34 Children in the vehicle sure that you do not interfere with the cor- rect routing of Top Tether belt =. Example: vehicles with a 12 V electrical system Move the head restraint upwards. Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether.
  • Page 35 Children in the vehicle Suitable positioning of the child restraint systems Weight categories and ages Category 0: up to 10 kg Category 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately up to approximately 9 months 18 months Child restraint system on the Not suitable Not suitable front-passenger seat...
  • Page 36 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems Weight catego- Category 0: up to 10 kg Category 0+: up to 13 kg ries and ages up to approximately 9 months up to approximately 18 months Manufacturer Britax Römer Britax Römer Type BABY SAFE PLUS BABY SAFE PLUS...

  • Page 37: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems To activate: press the child-proof lock ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) lever down in the direction of arrow ;. Important safety notes Make sure that the child-proof locks are working properly. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 35).

  • Page 38: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- WARNING tion of hazardous road conditions, and func- If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can tions as a reminder to take extra care while still lock, e.g. under full braking. This increa- driving.
  • Page 39 Useful information ......38 Key ............38 Doors ............ 39 Rear door ..........40 Split rear door ........42 Platform truck dropsides ....44 Windows ..........46...

  • Page 40: Useful Information

    Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differen- ces are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features descri- bed.

  • Page 41: Doors

    Doors Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost the key. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. Doors Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside Unlocking and opening the doors from the inside WARNING...
  • Page 42 Rear door Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: release the parking brake. shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P. shift the manual transmission into neutral. start the engine. There is a risk of an accident and injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 43: Rear Door

    Rear door Opening from the inside Press lock cylinder ? and pull door handle To unlock To lock Door handle Entering/exiting through the rear Slide latch : upwards. door The door is unlocked. Pull door handle =. If the child-proof locks ( page 34) are used to secure the rear door, you cannot open it from inside the vehicle, even when...
  • Page 44 Split rear door Closing from inside the vehicle Raise safety catch : and pull lever ; in the direction of the arrow. To unlock Swing spare wheel bracket = to one side. To lock Door handle Secure the rear door with the child-proof Opening from the outside locks if necessary ( page 34).

  • Page 45: Split Rear Door

    Split rear door Entering/exiting through the rear door Press lock cylinder : and pull door han- dle ;. Open the left half of the rear door to the left. Swing the spare wheel bracket to one side page 42). Swing the spare wheel bracket to one side. Open the left and right halves of the split rear door.
  • Page 46 Platform truck dropsides Close the right half of the rear door. Close the left half of the rear door. Insert the key into the door lock. Turn the key clockwise. The rear door is locked. Platform truck dropsides Important safety notes Make sure that the spare wheel bracket is WARNING folded to the side (...

  • Page 47: Platform Truck Dropsides

    Platform truck dropsides Close the platform dropside and hold it. Opening and closing the rear platform dropside Push lever : down until it engages. Repeat the procedure on the other side of the platform dropside. Removing and installing platform dropsides This must be performed by two persons.

  • Page 48: Windows

    Windows left-hand side when viewed in the direction children unattended in the vehicle. Always of travel. keep the key out of reach of children. Fold the rear platform dropside forward fully ( page 45). WARNING Pull the rear platform dropside off the hinge If children operate the side windows they pins towards the left when viewed in the could become trapped, particularly if they are...
  • Page 49 Windows To open: turn window crank : anti-clock- wise. To close: turn window crank : clockwise. Opening and closing the sliding win- The chassis-cab has a sliding window in the rear wall. It can be opened and closed by hand. Handle To open: pull on handle : in the direction of the arrow and slide the sliding window to...
  • Page 51 Useful information ......50 Correct driver's seat position .... 50 Seats ............ 50 Mirrors ..........55...
  • Page 52 Seats you can fasten the seat belt properly. Useful information you have moved the backrest to an almost vertical position. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your you can depress the pedals properly. vehicle that were available at the time of Check whether the head restraint is adjus- going to press.
  • Page 53 Seats To avoid damage to the seats and the seat of injury to the head and neck in the event of heating, observe the following information: an accident or sudden braking, for example. Always drive with the head restraints fitted. do not spill any liquids on the seats.
  • Page 54 Seats Observe the following when adjusting the head restraints: Do not interchange 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 55 Seats Adjust the height of the head restraints man- Folding the folding seat forward ually. To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired height. To lower: push the head restraint down until it is in the desired position. Removing and fitting the head restraints Example: folding the folding seat forwards...
  • Page 56 Seats One or both indicator lamps will flash. Once Side-facing bench seat in the luggage there is sufficient battery voltage again, the compartment (vehicles with a 24 V seat heating switches on automatically. electrical system) WARNING Front-seat heating Make sure that nobody can become trapped when folding down the side-facing bench seat.
  • Page 57 Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors electri- cally Make sure that support A lies on wheel arch B. To fold up: fold up side-facing bench Make sure the key is in position 2 in the seat ?. ignition lock. Fold support A in until it sits completely Turn adjustment switch : to the right for against side-facing bench seat ?.
  • Page 59 Useful information ......58 Exterior lighting ........58 Interior lighting ........62 Replacing bulbs ........63 Windscreen wipers ......73...

  • Page 60: Useful Information

    This prevents the battery from dis- Exterior lighting charging. Important safety notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- tries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed obli- gations.

  • Page 61: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting Slider lock Blackout lighting (vehicles with a 24 V electrical system) Slider lock ; on light switch : prevents you Please note that functions such as the from switching from normal lights to blackout differential lock can also be active when a lighting unintentionally.
  • Page 62 Exterior lighting Combination switch Front foglamps and rear foglamp Turn signals Foglamps WARNING If you suspect that driving conditions will be foggy, turn the light switch to L before you start your journey. Your vehicle may other- wise not be visible and you could endanger yourself and others.
  • Page 63 Exterior lighting Make sure that the L dipped-beam Station wagon headlamps ( page 59) or the N fog- g Front seats occupied lamp ( page 60) is switched on. 1 Front seats and rear bench seat occu- To switch on: press the upper section of pied the switch.

  • Page 64: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Problems with the hazard warning ment on the roof lining. The switch is located lamps in the lamp. The hazard warning lamps are not functioning because the battery main switch is switched Interior lighting control off. General notes Switch on the battery main switch page 87).

  • Page 65: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Remove the reading lamp from the glove that these function correctly at all times. compartment. Have the headlamp setting checked regularly. Plug the reading lamp into the 12 V socket. If the bulb does not light up or if you require assistance replacing bulbs, consult a quali- To switch on: turn control knob = to posi- fied specialist workshop.
  • Page 66 Replacing bulbs Overview of bulb replacement – bulbs Reversing lamp: P 21 W Blackout brake lamp: P 2 W Front bulbs Rear foglamp: P 21 W Third brake lamp: LEDs Licence plate lamp: Long-wheelbase panel van/station wagon: W 10 W Example: station wagon Additional turn signal lamp: Chassis cab: P 21 W...
  • Page 67 Replacing bulbs Turn front foglamp : in the direction of the arrow. Example: chassis cab with 12 V electrical system, platform truck Tail lamp: R 5 W Remove bolt =. Brake lamp: P 21 W Remove front panel ; upwards. Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Outline lamp: R 5 W Reversing lamp: P 21 W...
  • Page 68 Replacing bulbs Remove protective cap :. Pull out connector ;. Remove protective cap :. Pull out connector ;. Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it. Insert the new bulb and turn it clockwise, applying slight pressure, until it engages. Attach connector ;...
  • Page 69 Replacing bulbs Pull out connector = and housing connec- Pull seal = off cover :. tor ?. Unclip retaining spring A. Pull out the bulb. Insert the new bulb so that the base fits flush in the recess. Clip retaining spring A back in. Attach connector = and housing connec- tor ? to the new bulb.
  • Page 70 Replacing bulbs Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and turn it clockwise until it engages. Fit lens ;. Replace and tighten screws :. Fold down protective grid : and engage it in anchorage ;.
  • Page 71 Replacing bulbs Hold lens ; firmly and remove bulb holder Turn bulb ? anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from bulb holder Insert the new bulb into bulb holder = and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages. Insert bulb holder = into lens ;.
  • Page 72 Replacing bulbs Switch off the lights. Unscrew screws :. Remove lens ;. Example: station wagon Example: station wagon Turn signals Blackout tail lamp Tail lamp Brake lamp Turn the corresponding bulb anti-clock- wise, applying slight pressure, and remove 6x6 chassis cab with crewcab it from the bulb holder.
  • Page 73 Replacing bulbs Switch off the lights. Unscrew screws :. Station wagon Carefully remove the blackout brake lamp housing from the bumper. 6x6 chassis cab with crewcab Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder. Unscrew screws ;.
  • Page 74 Replacing bulbs Replace and tighten screws ;. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clock- Insert the assembled blackout brake lamp wise until it engages. housing into the bumper. Position cover A and secure with Replace and tighten screws :.

  • Page 75: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Fasten inner cover ? with screws =. Fasten outer cover ; with screws :. 6x6 chassis cab with crewcab Screws Lens Outline lamp Turn signals Switch off the lights. Brake lamp Remove bolt :. Tail lamp Rear foglamp Licence plate lamp Reversing lamp Switch off the lights.
  • Page 76 Windscreen wipers If it is necessary to operate the windscreen Switching the rear window wiper on/ wipers/rear window wiper in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid. If the windscreen wipers leave smears on the windscreen/rear window after the vehi- cle has been washed in an automatic car wash, this may be due to wax or other res- idue.
  • Page 77 Wiper arm Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Wiper blade the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Locking spring...
  • Page 79 Useful information ......78 Heating/air-conditioning system overview ..........78 Heating and air-conditioning sys- tem controls ........79 Adjusting the air vents ....... 83...

  • Page 80: Useful Information

    Heating/air-conditioning system overview Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differen- ces are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features descri- bed.
  • Page 81 Heating and air-conditioning system controls Heating/air-conditioning system control panel To switch the rear window heating on/off ( page 81) Air-conditioning system: switches air-recirculation on/off ( page 81) Air-conditioning system temperature control: increases/reduces the temperature page 80) Air-conditioning system Airflow slider, demister vents: adjusts the airflow Heating system temperature slider: increases/reduces the temperature ( page 80) Airflow slider, footwell vents: adjusts the airflow...
  • Page 82 Heating and air-conditioning system controls Make sure the key is in position 2 in the The "Cooling with air dehumidification" func- ignition lock. tion is only available when the engine is run- ning. To switch on: turn the K blower switch When cooling is switched on, the air inside the to the level required.

  • Page 83: Heating And Air-Conditioning System Controls

    Heating and air-conditioning system controls When you switch the blower off, the air supply You should only select this setting until and the air circulation are switched off at the the windscreen is clear again. same time. Windows misted up on the outside Only switch the ventilation off briefly.
  • Page 84 Heating and air-conditioning system controls To activate: make sure that the key is in directly using the vehicle's fuel. For this rea- position 2 in the ignition lock. son, the tank content must be at least at reserve fuel level to ensure that the auxiliary Press the upper section of the ì...

  • Page 85: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; up or Adjusting the air vents down. Important safety notes To set the air direction: move slider : for the centre air vent to the right, left, up WARNING or down. Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air Either fresh air or, if the air-conditioning vents.
  • Page 87 Useful information ......86 Running-in notes ......... 86 Driving ..........86 Automatic transmission ..... 91 Refuelling ..........96 Parking ..........100 Driving tips ........101 Off-road driving systems ....110 Towing a trailer ......... 113...

  • Page 88: Useful Information

    Driving After 1,500 km, you may gradually bring the Useful information vehicle up to full road and engine speeds. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- You should also observe these notes on els, series and optional equipment for your running in if the engine or parts of the drive vehicle that were available at the time of train on your vehicle have been replaced.
  • Page 89 Driving To switch on: turn battery main switch = WARNING to position 2. If the parking brake has not been fully The vehicle's 24 V electrical system is sup- released when driving, the parking brake can: plied with voltage from the battery. overheat and cause a fire Make sure that the switch for the winch lose its hold function.
  • Page 90 Driving The key can only be removed if you have If you depress the brake when starting the turned it to position 0 in the ignition lock. engine, pedal travel is unusually long and there is less pedal resistance. To unlock the steering wheel, move the steering wheel slightly to the left and right Make sure that the parking brake is while turning the key to position 1.
  • Page 91 Driving Release the parking brake ( page 101). Release the brake pedal. Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. It is only possible to shift the automatic transmission from position P to a different position if you depress the brake pedal. Only then is the selector lever lock released.
  • Page 92 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. You can hear the There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. starter motor. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting to start the engine again.

  • Page 93: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine ture display shows a is no longer being cooled sufficiently. value above 120 †. Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to cool down.
  • Page 94 Automatic transmission Transmission position display Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels. Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it. Do not shift the transmission to N while driving.
  • Page 95 Automatic transmission Driving situations Driving tips Accelerator pedal position = To use the engine's braking effect Your style of driving influences how the auto- 5 The braking effect of the engine can matic transmission shifts gear: be utilised on downhill gradients or when driving: little throttle: early upshifts on steep mountain roads...
  • Page 96 Automatic transmission Clearing the shift range restriction Press and hold the selector lever towards D+ until D is shown once more in the mul- tifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts from the current shift range directly to D. Selecting the ideal shift range Press the selector lever to the left towards D–...
  • Page 97 Automatic transmission Problems with the automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
  • Page 98 Refuelling WARNING Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health. There is a danger of injury. Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil- dren.

  • Page 99: Refuelling

    Refuelling Use a filter when adding fuel from a fuel can. The fuel lines and/or the diesel injec- tion system could otherwise be blocked by particles from the fuel can. Further information on fuel and fuel quality page 191) Preheater block Do not close the bonnet.
  • Page 100 Refuelling Vehicles without a fuel filler flap Refuelling Vehicles with a fuel filler flap Example: chassis cab/platform truck Example: station wagon Example: 6x6 chassis cab with crewcab Fuel tank cap Example: fuel filler flap Additional fuel tank cap Fuel filler flap Fuel filler cap Opening the fuel filler cap Tyre pressure table...
  • Page 101 Refuelling Turn key A in fuel filler cap ? anti-clock- wise and remove fuel filler cap ?. For vehicles with a fuel filler flap, insert fuel filler cap ; into the bracket on the inside of the filler flap. For vehicles with a fuel filler flap, remove key A from fuel filler cap ;.

  • Page 102: Parking

    Parking Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective. Turn the key to position 0( page 87) in the ignition lock imme- diately and remove it.

  • Page 103: Driving Tips

    Driving tips To apply: pull parking brake ; up firmly. Switching off the engine If the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, Important safety notes then the ! indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster is lit. WARNING To release: depress the brake pedal and If you switch off the ignition while driving,...
  • Page 104 Driving tips engine failure. Therefore, if you frequently drive on for a short while. This allows the air- drive short distances, you should take a 20 flow to cool the brakes more quickly. minute trip on a motorway or rural road at If the brakes have been used only moderately, least every 500km.
  • Page 105 Brake pads/linings which have not ing tyre traction. Drive with particular care in been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or such weather conditions. which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's operating safety.
  • Page 106 Driving tips If you have to drive on stretches of road on Fording depth must not exceed 60 cm when which water has collected, please bear in the vehicle is loaded and ready to drive. mind that: Loaded and ready to drive means: a full tank, all fluids topped up and the driver is in the the maximum permissible fording depth in vehicle.
  • Page 107 Driving tips After fording body or chassis components. This could cause damage to the vehicle or the tyres. There is a risk of an accident. To avoid hazardous situations: never fit snow chains on the front wheels fit snow chains to the rear wheels in pairs. At the onset of winter, have your vehicle win- terproofed at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 108 Driving tips General notes Off-road driving Environmental note Important safety notes Protection of the environment is of primary WARNING importance. Treat nature with respect. If you drive up a steep incline at an angle or Observe all prohibiting signs. turn on a steep incline, the vehicle could slip Read this section before driving your vehicle sideways, tip and overturn.
  • Page 109 Driving tips Check the depth of water before fording Engine oil level: check the engine oil and rivers and streams. top it up if necessary. Only then does the engine receive enough When fording, do not stop and do not oil when the vehicle is standing on a steep switch off the engine.
  • Page 110 Driving tips After the trip, examine without fail the Shift the transfer case to entire undercarriage, wheels, tyres, brakes, LOW( page 110). bodywork structure, steering, chassis and Avoid high engine speeds. exhaust system for damage. Observe the safety notes ( page 106) and After driving for extended periods across the general notes (...
  • Page 111 Driving tips Drive slowly. Travelling uphill Accelerate gently and make sure that the Approach/departure angle wheels are gripping. Avoid high engine speeds, except when driving on sandy and muddy routes with high driving resistance. Use the braking power of the engine when driving down a slope.
  • Page 112 Off-road driving systems make sure that the vehicle is facing in the HIGH direction of the line of fall. Position for all normal on-road driv- Observe the notes on driving in mountain- ing conditions. ous terrain ( page 109). Drive slowly. Low-range position for driving off- Do not drive at an angle down steep road.

  • Page 113: Off-Road Driving Systems

    Off-road driving systems Once the shifting procedure has been com- pleted, the LOW indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. If a shifting procedure is unsuccessful, the transfer case shifts back into the neutral posi- tion. The LOW indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster then flashes once per second.
  • Page 114 Off-road driving systems Your vehicle is equipped with a differential lock each for: the transfer case: this controls the balance between the front and rear axles. the rear axle: this controls the balance between the wheels on the rear axle. the front axle: this controls the balance between the wheels on the front axle.

  • Page 115: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Vehicle steerability is severely restricted. If red function indicator lamps A do not go Drive carefully and accelerate gently for opti- out when disengaging the differential locks: mum traction. Observe the traffic situation. You can now engage the differential lock Make slight steering movements while the for rear axle ;...
  • Page 116 Towing a trailer You will find the applicable permissible val- 80 kg; otherwise, the trailer may come ues, which must not be exceeded, in the vehi- loose. cle documents. You will find the values Note that the payload and the rear axle load approved by the manufacturer on the vehicle are reduced by the actual payload.
  • Page 117 Ball coupling trailer tow hitch prescribed maximum speed in the relevant country. For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- imum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical data" section to find out whether this applies to your vehicle.If, while towing a trailer, there...
  • Page 118 Towing a trailer Do not disconnect a trailer with an Trailer with 7-pin connector engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your General notes vehicle could be damaged by the rebound- ing of the overrun brake. You can make a connection to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter Coupling up a trailer or, if necessary, an adapter cable.
  • Page 119 Useful information ......118 Important safety notes ....118 Displays and operation ....118 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......120...
  • Page 120 Displays and operation You will find an illustration of the instrument Useful information cluster in the "At a glance" section page 19). This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of Displays and operation going to press.
  • Page 121 Displays and operation Resetting the trip meter Activating the display Press button A on the lower section of the instrument cluster ( page 119) repeatedly until the trip meter is displayed. Press button A again and keep it pressed until the display is reset. Instrument cluster lighting The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the displays and the controls in the vehicle inte-...
  • Page 122 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. The yellow brake wear Have the brake pads/linings replaced as soon as possible at a warning lamp is lit while qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 123 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS and EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution), for example, are therefore also deactivated. The yellow ABS indica- tor lamp is lit while the The on-board voltage is too low.
  • Page 124 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are driving with the parking brake applied. The red parking brake Release the parking brake. warning lamp comes on The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 125 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The preglow system is malfunctioning. The preglow indicator Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. lamp lights up while the engine is running. The battery is not being charged. Possible causes: The red battery warning faulty alternator lamp lights up while the...
  • Page 126 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the warning lamp lights up regularly, the engine cooling system is leaking. The red coolant warn- ing lamp lights up while Have the engine cooling system checked at a qualified specialist the engine is running.
  • Page 127 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The gear change process was cancelled due to a malfunction. The yellow transfer The transfer case is in the neutral position. case indicator lamp Repeat the gear change process ( page 110).
  • Page 129 Useful information ......128 Loading guidelines ......128 Stowage areas ........129 Features ..........136...

  • Page 130: Useful Information

    Loading guidelines The non-slip mats cannot be used for Useful information securing loads and must be replaced should the following become apparent: This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your signs of deformation or development of vehicle that were available at the time of squashed areas going to press.

  • Page 131: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas the load must not protrude above the upper For platform vehicles: edge of the seat backrests. where possible, load the platform in such a always place the load against the front or way that the centre of gravity is in the mid- rear seat backrests.
  • Page 132 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Observe the loading guidelines ( page 128). Map pockets Front stowage compartments Glove compartment Map pockets You can lock and unlock the glove compart- Enlarging the luggage compartment ment using designated key :. To open: turn handle ; anti-clockwise and Important safety notes fold the cover down.
  • Page 133 Stowage areas Folding the seat backrest forwards Pull release lever :. The corresponding seat backrest is Rear bench seat released. Fold the seat backrest forward until it engages. Folding back the seat backrest Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back.
  • Page 134 Stowage areas Folding the rear bench seat into an Before every trip, make sure that the seat upright position backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip. WARNING If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat Fold back the individual seat in the rear backrest are not engaged they could fold for- compartment until it engages audibly in the...
  • Page 135 Stowage areas Transportation aids and lashing material must Securing a load not be used if there is, for example: Important safety notes no identification or the identification is Observe the notes regarding the maxi- illegible mum load capacity of individual lashing yarn breakage, damage to the load-bearing points.
  • Page 136 Stowage areas Securing rails in the load compartment points or the lashing eyelets in the load compartment or on the load area. always use the lashing eyelets and lashing points that are located as near as possible to the load. Loose loads on a platform load area can be secured with an approved lashing net or a tarpaulin.
  • Page 137 Stowage areas that the mounting hooks are secured to prevent unintentional release. Platform truck lashing points A stowage compartment for accessories is located at the front on the right underneath the platform. It has a permissible load weight of 10 kg. To open: hold stowage compartment Lashing point flap : with one hand.
  • Page 138 Features Roof carrier Sockets General notes WARNING When a load is transported on the roof, the If accessories are connected, make sure vehicle's centre of gravity rises and the han- that a maximum current draw of 15 A is not dling changes.

  • Page 139: Features

    Features 24 V interface (panel van / station The winch socket is located at the front on wagon) the right-hand side under the bumper. If the engine is switched off, only use the If accessories are connected, make sure winch briefly. The battery may otherwise that a maximum current draw of 40 A is not discharge.
  • Page 140 Features Only mount the bonnet from the centre at To remove the radio aerial: the front. Place assembly tool : around radio aer- Only stand on the area intended for this ial ;. purpose. With assembly tool :, loosen radio aer- ial ;...
  • Page 141 Useful information ......140 Engine compartment ......140 Service ..........145 Care ............ 147...

  • Page 142: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- This Owner's Manual describes all mod- tem operate with a high voltage. If you touch els, series and optional equipment for your the live components, you could receive an vehicle that were available at the time of electric shock.

  • Page 143: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Opening the bonnet fully Vehicles with gas struts Lift the bonnet slightly. Vehicles with a gas-filled strut Push bonnet catch handle ; in the direc- Lift safety clip ? with a suitable tool, e.g. tion of the arrow and lift the bonnet. screwdriver A, in the direction of the The gas strut opens the bonnet automati- arrow.
  • Page 144 Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the oil dip- Vehicles with a gas-filled strut stick Make sure that gas-filled strut ; is engaged on ball fixture =( page 141). Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a height of approximately 20 cm. Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- erly.
  • Page 145 Engine compartment Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Wait approximately ten seconds until the 2 and X symbols light up in the instrument cluster display. Press selector button : on the instrument cluster twice within a second. Top up the oil if necessary.
  • Page 146 Engine compartment Example: washer fluid reservoir Park the vehicle on a level surface. To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab. Only check the coolant level if the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has Top up with the premixed washer fluid. cooled down.

  • Page 147: Service

    A short time after switching on the ignition, You can obtain further information from a you will see the service message for a few Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. seconds in display :. The ASSYST service interval display informs ¯ Minor service you of the next service due date.
  • Page 148 If the ASSYST service interval display has short distances been inadvertently reset, this setting can for frequent operation in mountainous ter- be corrected at a Mercedes-Benz Service rain or on poor road surfaces Centre. if the engine is often left idling for long peri- Have service work carried out as described in the Service Booklet.

  • Page 149: Care

    When you switch on the ignition, the fuel/ Use care products and cleaning agents rec- water separator warning lamp in the instru- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ment cluster lights up for a second (function check) and then goes out.
  • Page 150 Care Cleaning the wheels You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car wash from the very start. Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehi- to remove brake dust. This could damage cle in an automatic car wash.
  • Page 151 Use only insect remover and car shampoo danger of injury. from the range of recommended and Always switch off the windscreen wipers and approved Mercedes-Benz care products. the ignition before cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades. Cleaning the windows Do not pull on the wiper blade. Otherwise, WARNING the wiper blade could be damaged.
  • Page 152 Clean the headlamp lenses with a damp These may damage the display surface. Do sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. not put pressure on the display surface Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning when cleaning. This could lead to irrepara- cloths. ble damage to the display.
  • Page 153 Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning cloth moistened with a solution contain- products recommended and approved by ing 1% detergent (e.g. washing-up liquid). Mercedes-Benz. Rub carefully, and always wipe entire The surface may change colour tempora- seat sections to avoid leaving visible rily.
  • Page 155 Useful information ......154 Where will I find...? ......154 Flat tyre ..........159 Battery ..........160 Jump-starting ........163 Towing and tow-starting ....166 Electrical fuses ......... 169...

  • Page 156: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differen- ces are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features descri- bed.

  • Page 157: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Vehicles with a holder on the driver's seat: fold up folding straps =. The tabs open up. Remove fire extinguisher ; by handle :. Have fire extinguisher = refilled after each use and checked every one or two years.
  • Page 158 Where will I find...? Vehicles with stowage compartments under Lift tab ? as indicated by the arrow and the driver's seat unhook it. Turn rotary knob ; anti-clockwise and fold Remove jack =. cover : up. Vehicles with a folding seat: the jack is at Remove vehicle tool kit =.
  • Page 159 Where will I find...? When changing a wheel, you should also observe the safety notes in the "Flat tyre" section ( page 178). The spare wheel is on the outer side of the rear door. Removing the cover Protective tyre cover Example: station wagon Fold the folding seat forwards ( page 53).
  • Page 160 Where will I find...? Fitting the wheel After changing a wheel: Secure the damaged wheel on the spare wheel bracket with wheel nuts :. When doing so, make sure that the wheel cannot come loose. Cover the wheel with the tyre protection cover.

  • Page 161: Flat Tyre

    Flat tyre Screw in bolt ?. For safety reasons, regularly check to ensure that the spare wheel is securely fas- tened. After changing the wheel, you can secure the faulty wheel on the spare wheel carrier. Folding down the underride guard Hold underride guard ;.
  • Page 162 Battery Close the driver's door. Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle Place the warning triangle ( page 154) or body to remove any existing electrostatic warning lamps at a suitable distance. build-up. Observe legal requirements. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Battery Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.

  • Page 163: Battery

    The vehicle will then use very little Battery acid is caustic. energy, thus conserving battery power. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes Mercedes-Benz recommends that you do not or clothing. carry out work on batteries yourself, e.g. Wear eye protection.
  • Page 164 A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information and availability. Charge the battery in accordance with the operating instructions for the battery charger.

  • Page 165: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Problems with the 24 V batteries Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 5 The red warning The batteries are no longer being charged. Possible causes: lamp for the 24 V faulty alternator batteries in the torn poly-V-belt control panel wiring fault lights up while an electronics fault...
  • Page 166 Jump-starting attempting to start. This charges the empty Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, creating battery a little. sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation while charging and jump-starting. Jump-starting cables and further informa- Do not lean over a battery. tion regarding jump starting can be obtained at any qualified specialist work- Avoid repeated and lengthy starting...
  • Page 167 Jump-starting Switch on the battery main switch page 87). 12 V on-board electrical system: start the engine. 24 V on-board electrical system: start the engine using the emergency start facility ( page 163). First disconnect the jump lead from the negative terminals and then from the posi- tive terminals.
  • Page 168 Towing and tow-starting If the transfer case cannot be shifted into Towing and tow-starting neutral N, you can tow the vehicle with one Important safety notes axle raised. Please bear the following in mind: You may tow the vehicle for a maximum remove the propeller shaft between the of 50km.

  • Page 169: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Towing eyes Towing eyes, front Example: chassis cab 6x6 with crewcab Towing eyes Raising/lashing point Station wagon Towing eyes Towing the vehicle with both axles on the ground It is important that you observe the safety instructions when towing away your vehicle page 166).
  • Page 170 Towing and tow-starting Use the towing eyes to pull the vehicle if it Chassis cab 6x6 with crewcab: the lashing needs to be transported on a trailer or trans- points for transportation are located at the porter ( page 167). front and back ( page 167), on the side of the chassis under the vehicle and side rear.

  • Page 171: Electrical Fuses

    Always use new self-locking nuts when Only use fuses that have been approved fitting the propeller shafts. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which Observe the safety notes as you do so have the correct fuse rating for the system page 166).
  • Page 172 The fuse ratings are listed in the fuse allocation chart. If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Unscrew screws =. Before replacing a fuse Remove lower cover ?.
  • Page 173 Electrical fuses The fuse allocation of the fuse box in the front-passenger footwell may vary, depend- ing on the equipment fitted.
  • Page 175 Useful information ......174 Important safety notes ....174 Operation ........... 174 Winter operation ....... 176 Tyre pressure ........177 Changing a wheel ......178 Wheel and tyre combinations ..182...

  • Page 176: Useful Information

    Accessories that are not approved for your When parking your vehicle, make sure that vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being the tyres do not get deformed by the kerb or...
  • Page 177 100 km. They only reach standard valve cap or a valve cap approved their full performance after this distance. by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not drive with tyres which have too little Do not fit anything onto the valve, such as tread depth.

  • Page 178: Winter Operation

    Mercedes-Benz especially for your vehicle tics. There is a risk of accident. at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. To prevent hazardous situations:...

  • Page 179: Tyre Pressure

    Tyre pressure by Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- Observe the recommended tyre pressure and sponding standard of quality. check the tyre pressure of all the tyres includ- only use snow chains when the road sur- ing the spare wheel: face is completely snow-covered.
  • Page 180 Changing a wheel and in the "Tyre pressure" section Driving with tyre pressure that is too high or page 184). too low can: Operation with a trailer: the applicable shorten the service life of the tyres value for the rear tyres is the maximum tyre cause increased tyre damage pressure value stated in the table inside the have a negative effect on handling charac-...

  • Page 181: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel typically wear more on the shoulders and the Fitting a wheel rear tyres in the centre. Preparing the vehicle On vehicles that have the same size wheels, you can interchange the wheels every 5,000 Prepare the vehicle as described to 10,000 km, depending on the degree of page 159).
  • Page 182 Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is used incorrectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
  • Page 183 Changing a wheel Turn pressure release screw = clockwise Position the jack at the front or rear axle tubes. as far as it will go using notch ; on the pump lever. The chassis cab 6x6 with crewcab has Pressure release screw = is closed. two rear axles.

  • Page 184: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    There is a risk of accident. and accessories which have been specially Have the tightening torque immediately approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehi- checked at a qualified specialist workshop cle. after a wheel is changed.
  • Page 185 Retreaded tyres are neither tested nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always be detec- ted on retreaded tyres. As a result, Mercedes-Benz cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded tyres are fitted.
  • Page 186 7.5J x 16 ET 63 — — The spare wheel matches the standard tyres. You can obtain information about tyres and tyre dimensions that are not listed here at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Tyre pressure Wheels Tyre size Permissible Tyre pres-...
  • Page 187 Wheel and tyre combinations Wheels Tyre size Permissible Tyre pres- sure gross weight Front Rear Light-alloy wheels 265/70 R16 3200 kg 3.0 bar 3.5 bar 7.5J x 16 H2 3500 kg 3560 kg Light-alloy wheels 6500 kg 3.5 bar 4.2 bar 285/75 R16 7.5J x 16 H2 ET 63 7.5J x 16 ET 63...
  • Page 189 Useful information ......188 Information on technical data ..188 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..188 Vehicle electronics ......189 Identification plates ......191 Service products and capacities ..191 Vehicle data ........196 Trailer tow hitch ........ 198...

  • Page 190: Useful Information

    In Germany, certain parts are only officially For this reason, Mercedes-Benz recommends approved for installation or modification if that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or they comply with legal requirements. This parts of equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels also applies to some other countries. All gen-...

  • Page 191: Vehicle Electronics

    WARNING ber ( page 191) when ordering genuine If you use the RF transmitter in the vehicle in Mercedes-Benz parts. an improper way, its electromagnetic radia- tion can disrupt vehicle electronics, e.g. if: Vehicle electronics the RF transmitter is not connected to an...
  • Page 192 Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values: Waveband...

  • Page 193: Identification Plates

    Service products and capacities data applicable to your vehicle on the vehi- Identification plates cle's identification plate. Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) and paint code number Vehicle identification number (VIN) In addition to the information on the vehicle identification plate, the vehicle identification number (VIN) is also stamped onto the chas- sis on the right when viewed in the direction...
  • Page 194 Seek you use products tested and approved by immediate medical attention. Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in this If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi- Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- cal attention. Do not induce vomiting.
  • Page 195 Only use flow improvers tested and approved petrol by Mercedes-Benz. During use, please paraffin observe the information on operation. kerosene Correct dosage and thorough mixing are deci- sive factors in ensuring improvement in low- Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and temperature resistance.
  • Page 196 Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved Additives engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz Do not use any additives with the engine engines. oil. This could damage the engine. Further information on tested and approved...
  • Page 197 You could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be Brake fluid found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications WARNING for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Inter- The brake fluid continuously absorbs mois- net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
  • Page 198 If the vehicle has lost coolant, top it up with of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Winter- equal amounts of water and antifreeze/cor- Fit. rosion inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor in Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temper- accordance with MB Specifications for ature.

  • Page 199: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights Unladen weight (in 2585 kg Unladen weight (in 2590 kg accordance with EC direc- accordance with tive) EC Directive) The unladen weight The unladen weight includes the driver (68kg), includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7kg) and all fluids luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full).
  • Page 200 Trailer tow hitch Vehicle weights Vehicle weights Unladen weight (in without body Unladen weight (in 3650 kg accordance with EC direc- 2280 kg accordance with EC direc- tive) tive) The unladen weight with plat- The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), form includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids...

  • Page 201: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch Station wagon ball coupling trailer tow hitch Station wagon hook trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Anchorage points Overhang dimension Overhang dimension For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the overhang dimension including protective cov- overhang dimension is 932 mm.
  • Page 202 Trailer tow hitch Chassis-cab ball coupling trailer tow hitch Chassis-cab hook trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Anchorage points Overhang dimension Overhang dimension For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the overhang dimension is 990.5 mm.
  • Page 203 Trailer tow hitch Chassis-cab coupling jaw trailer tow hitch Chassis-cab 6x6 with crewcab hook trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Anchorage points Overhang dimension Overhang dimension For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the overhang dimension is 986 mm.
  • Page 204 Trailer tow hitch Long-wheelbase panel Chassis cab Permissible trailer load, 750 kg Maximum drawbar nose- 140 kg unbraked weight Permissible trailer load, 2400 kg Permissible rear axle braked 2120 kg load when towing a trailer 2145 kg Maximum drawbar nose- 140 kg weight Maximum gross vehicle...
  • Page 207 Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Owner's Manual to the technical documenta-...
  • Page 208 É4615845581(ËÍ 4615845581 Order no. 6515 4146 02 Part no. 461 584 55 81 Edition ÄJ 2012-1a Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only...

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