Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002 Operating Instructions Manual
Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002 Operating Instructions Manual

Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 A C T R O S O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s...
  • Page 2 O r d e r n o . 6 4 6 2 0 3 3 8 0 2 P a r t n o . 9 3 0 5 8 4 0 1 8 1 E N E d i t i o n A , 0 9 / 0 2...
  • Page 3 Buchrücken (Versalhöhe zentrisch)
  • Page 4 Operat- driving, control and comfort systems be- ing Instructions. fore starting your first journey. Please consult your Mercedes-Benz Serv- Please ensure that you read the Operating ice Centre should you have any questions. Instructions before starting your first jour- ney.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Opening ..... . . 34 Mercedes-Benz original parts ..11 Indicating a turn ....60 Opening with the key .
  • Page 7 Contents Brakes ......130 Safety Controls in detail Parking brake ....130 Occupant safety .
  • Page 8 Contents Driver information system ..150 Gearshift ..... 214 Engaging forward gears ..235 Structure .
  • Page 9 Contents Starting-off aid, Open-air ..... . 338 Operation three-axle vehicles ... . 296 Opening and closing the side Driving tips .
  • Page 10 Contents Tyres and wheels ....390 Engine ......462 Practical advice Checking the tyres .
  • Page 11 Contents Compressed-air system ..486 Electrical system ....504 Technical data Charging the compressed-air Replacing bulbs ....504 Type plates .
  • Page 12: Introduction

    You should read this sec- used will help you to find your way about tion first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz Operation quickly. or if you have hired the vehicle.
  • Page 13 Introduction The aim of these Operating Instructions Technical data Glossary and index All the important technical data for the The glossary of technical terms explains vehicle is listed here. the most important technical concepts. The table of contents and the index are intended to help you find information quickly.
  • Page 14: Symbols

    Introduction Symbols Symbols You will find the following symbols used in This symbol means that you have to do these Operating Instructions: something. This note draws your attention to possi- A number of these symbols one after ble hazards to your vehicle. the other indicates a sequence of ac- Warning tions.
  • Page 15: Protection Of The Environment

    Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit could arise from production processes or a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has Do not warm the engine up when the ve- the products themselves. hicle is stationary.
  • Page 16: Operating Safety

    Mercedes-Benz original parts DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Risk of accident DaimlerChrysler recommends that you: a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and Work incorrectly carried out on electronic Use only Mercedes-Benz original parts and tools for the work required. For work rele-...
  • Page 17: Correct Use

    Introduction Operating safety So that Mercedes-Benz can vouch for reli- ability, safety and suitability, the following Risk of injury Further information is available from should be observed: any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Various warning stickers are attached to Do not exchange Mercedes-Benz origi- your vehicle.
  • Page 18: At A Glance

    At a glance Cockpit Instrument panel Cockpit switch units Multi-function steering wheel ® Telligent gearshift unit ® Telligent automatic gearshift unit Instrument panel switches, centre section Driver's door Co-driver's door Above windscreen Berth control panel...
  • Page 19: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit Cockpit...
  • Page 20 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Side sun visor 8 Interior lighting switch unit e Light switch/ headlamp range control 2 Loudspeaker 9 Telephone bracket with mi- f Combination switch crophone for hands-free 3 Sun visor system Turn signals 4 Switch unit above wind-...
  • Page 21 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page g Instrument panel j Multi-function lever l Heating/air conditioning control panel Speedometer and trip Continuous brake meter Airflow Limiter Multi-function display Air distribution/ ® Telligent distance recirculation Rev counter control Temperature Fuel gauge Idling speed governor...
  • Page 22 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page m Switch unit n Ventilation and heating t Instrument panel switch vents units, centre section Transfer case o Lane assist camera u Ashtray On-road selector posi- ® p Driver's door control panel v FleetBoard tion switch unit...
  • Page 23: Instrument Panel

    At a glance Instrument panel Instrument panel...
  • Page 24 At a glance Instrument panel Function Page Function Page Function Page Turn signal indicator Rev counter with Instrument panel func- lamp tion buttons Econometer Í Reset trip meter Tractor vehicle Clock º Acknowledge event Trailer, semitrailer Ambient temperature message Indicator lamps display G Reset button STOP lamp...
  • Page 25: Indicator Lamps

    At a glance Instrument panel Indicator lamps...
  • Page 26 At a glance Instrument panel Function Page Function Page b Continuous brake; Turn signal indicator ® lamps Telligent automatic gear- shift 1 Tractor vehicle, left c Indicator lamps, de- 2 Trailer/semitrailer, left pending on equipment 3 Trailer/semitrailer, right Flame-start system 4 Tractor vehicle, right Lane assist (SPA) 5 Main-beam headlamps...
  • Page 27: Cockpit Switch Units

    At a glance Cockpit switch units Cockpit switch units Function Page Function Page Switches ABS on/off Anti-theft alarm sys- tem panic switch Switches ASR/SR on/off Activates the anti-theft alarm system Switches lane assist on/off ADR/GGVS emergen- cy-off switch Raised travel position Switches the electro- Starting-off aid hydraulic cab tilt...
  • Page 28 At a glance Cockpit switch units Function Page Function Page Function Page 7 Engages/disengages the Changes horn to air Switches the air condi- 309, horn tioning on/off transfer case for on-road or off-road selection Switches the hazard Switches the auxiliary 8 Engages/disengages the warning lamps on/off heating on/off...
  • Page 29 At a glance Cockpit switch units Function Page 1 Switches the work-area lamp on/off 2 Switches the load com- partment light on/off 3 Switches the rotating bea- con lamp on/off 4 Cleans the headlamps Switch unit on left of multi-function steering wheel The layout of the switches can differ depending on the vehicle equipment...
  • Page 30: Multi-Function Steering Wheel

    At a glance Multi-function steering wheel Multi-function steering wheel FIS navigation buttons Audio/telephone buttons FIS navigation Adjusting volume of active audio source e.g. telephone, è Forwards audio equipment or navigat- ÿ Back ing within a menu list or mak- Navigation within a menu ing a selection.
  • Page 31: Gearshift Unit

    At a glance Gearshift unit Gearshift unit ® Telligent gearshift unit Function button Gear lever Neutral button Half-gear rocker switch ® Telligent gearshift ( page 220) Gearshift unit...
  • Page 32: Telligent Automatic Gearshift Unit

    At a glance Gearshift unit ® Telligent automatic gearshift unit Function button Gear lever Neutral button Half-gear rocker switch Driving mode selector switch ® Telligent automatic gearshift page 231) Gearshift unit...
  • Page 33: Instrument Panel Switch Units, Centre Section

    At a glance Instrument panel switch units, centre section Instrument panel switch units, centre section Function The layout of the switches can differ Switches the heated wind- depending on the vehicle equipment screen on/off level. Switches the battery heating on/off Switches the loading tailgate on/off ®...
  • Page 34: Driver's Door

    At a glance Driver's door Driver's door Function Page 1 Adjusts the airflow 2 Adjusts the airflow direc- tion 3 Heated exterior mirrors in- dicator lamp 4 Switches the exterior mir- ror heating on/off 5 Adjusts the exterior mir- rors 6 Selects the left-hand exte- rior mirror 7 Selects the right-hand ex-...
  • Page 35: Co-Driver's Door

    At a glance Co-driver's door Co-driver's door Function Page 1 Adjusts the airflow direc- tion 2 Adjusts the airflow 3 Unlocks the doors 4 Locks the doors 5 Switches the co-driver's reading lamp on/off 6 Opens/closes the co- driver's door window 7 Switches the interior light- ing on/off 8 Opens the door...
  • Page 36: Above Windscreen

    At a glance Above windscreen Above windscreen Function Page Function Page 4 Audio equipment Opens/closes the left- hand sun blind 5 Tachograph Opens/closes the right-hand sun blind Activates/deactivates The layout of the switches can differ the sliding/tilting sun- depending on the vehicle equipment roof lock level.
  • Page 37: Berth Control Panel

    At a glance Berth control panel Berth control panel Function Page Function Page 1 Berth reading lamp 5 Opens the sliding/tilting sunroof 2 Switches the auxiliary 6 Closes the sliding/tilting heating on/off sunroof Audio equipment 7 Switches the interior light- 3 Press briefly: Increases ing on/off the volume...
  • Page 38: Getting Started

    Getting started Opening Preparing for a journey Adjusting Driving Parking and closing...
  • Page 39: Opening

    You should read this section in particular if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Left-hand door 1 To unlock 2 To lock...
  • Page 40: Opening Using The Radio Remote Control

    Getting started Opening Unlocking the driver's door Opening using the radio remote control Press the Œ button once. The radio remote control will work regard- The turn signals flash once. less of the direction in which it is pointed. Vehicles with anti-theft alarm system: It is also possible to unlock the vehicle The anti-theft alarm system is deacti- from some distance.
  • Page 41: Opening The Door From The Outside

    Getting started Opening Getting in and out of the vehicle Opening the door from the outside Lower the driver's suspension seat Do not use the seat armrest as a grab Pull the door handle on the outside to completely ( page 43).
  • Page 42: Ignition Lock Positions

    Getting started Opening Ignition lock positions 0 To insert or remove the key, to lock Risk of accident the steering 1 To unlock the steering Under no circumstances should the ignition lock be turned to position 0 when the vehi- Some consumers are operational cle is in motion.
  • Page 43: Preparing For A Journey

    Getting started Preparing for a journey Preparing for a journey Vehicle exterior Vehicle interior Checks before starting a journey Page Page Driver's vehicle checks Check function of lighting, Cab tilt lock Inspect the vehicle outside and inside turn signals and brake lamps before starting a journey.
  • Page 44 Getting started Preparing for a journey Emergency equipment/first-aid kit First-aid Breakdown equipment The first-aid kit and breakdown equipment First-aid equipment: Special tools in the vehicle tool bag and can be found in the cab or in the exterior vehicle document wallet First-aid kit stowage compartments ( page 430).
  • Page 45: Before Starting The Engine

    Getting started Preparing for a journey Press the è or ÿ button on the Trailer/semitrailer coupling Before starting the engine multi-function steering wheel to ac- The trailer or semitrailer coupling is one of knowledge the event message Fuel level the vehicle components which is particu- page 159).
  • Page 46: Adjusting

    Getting started Adjusting Adjusting Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Seat 1 Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Pull adjusting bar 1 upwards. 2 Seat cushion forwards/backwards Adjusting the driver's suspension seat Slide the seat forwards or backwards. 3 n Vertical seat suspension (example) Adjust the distance to the pedals so 4 = Seat cushion angle that you can depress them fully.
  • Page 47 Getting started Adjusting Seat cushion Seat height Pull adjusting handle 2 upwards. Pull lever 5 up, The seat suspension adjustment is infi- nitely adjustable. Slide seat cushion forwards or back- the seat is raised. wards. Adjust the seat suspension so that it Push lever 5 down, does not bottom out, even on poor road Release the adjusting handle and en-...
  • Page 48 Getting started Adjusting Seat lowering, easy-exit feature Backrest Armrest Pull lever 7 up. Turn rotary button 8 beneath the arm- rest, The backrest is pushed forwards in the normal direction of travel under spring the armrest rises/lowers. loading. Further information can be found in the Adjust the backrest by leaning back- "Controls in detail"...
  • Page 49: Adjusting The Steering Wheel

    Getting started Adjusting Adjust the steering wheel to the de- Adjusting the steering wheel sired position. Risk of accident You can adjust the height and angle of the Press the upper section of the steering steering column. An unlocked steering column could cause column lock switch.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Exterior Mirrors

    Getting started Adjusting With the vehicle stationary and the parking Adjusting the exterior mirrors Tachograph brake applied: Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- A correctly filled out disc must always tion lock. be inserted in the tachograph for any Select the exterior mirror you wish to journey ( page 251).
  • Page 51: Wearing Seat Belts

    Getting started Adjusting Wearing seat belts Persons less than 1.50 m tall cannot wear Ensure that all occupants are wearing their the seat belt properly. They therefore re- seat belts correctly for every journey. quire additional restraint systems for pro- tection in an accident.
  • Page 52 Getting started Adjusting Click belt tongue 1 into buckle 2 (it Wearing seat belts correctly must audibly engage). Risk of injury Pull the belt smoothly from the seat belt reel and route it over the shoulder. Adjust the backrest to an almost verti- Only one person should use each seat belt cal position.
  • Page 53 Getting started Adjusting DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Risk of injury a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and Replace the following items tools for the work required. For work rele- seat belts vant to safety and work on safety-related...
  • Page 54: Driving

    Getting started Driving Driving Shift the transmission to neutral. Starting the engine ® Vehicles with Telligent gearshift or Do not drive off straight away. Leave The starter inhibitor prevents the engine ® Telligent automatic gearshift: The the engine to idle for a short time until from being started if a gear is selected and transmission neutral position must be...
  • Page 55: After The Engine Has Been Started

    Getting started Driving Event messages in the multi-function dis- After the engine has been started play indicate insufficient reservoir pres- Vehicles with hot-water auxiliary heat- sures. At the same time the STOP lamp will Reservoir pressure in the compressed- ing: At ambient temperatures below light up.
  • Page 56 Only start off once ately. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit the cab is tilted fully back and locked in this a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has position. the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work rele-...
  • Page 57: Releasing The Parking Brake

    Getting started Driving Move the lever to release position 3. Releasing the parking brake Pulling away and changing gear The ! parking brake indicator lamp in the instrument panel will go out. Risk of accident The movement of the pedals must not be ob- If the reservoir pressure in the parking structed.
  • Page 58 Getting started Driving Do not start off if: Do not drive off straight away. Leave the reservoir pressure in brake circuit 1 engine to idle for a short time until suf- or 2 3 is below 6.8 bar (event mes- ficient oil pressure has built up.
  • Page 59 Getting started Driving Pulling away – Hydro-pneumatic If the warning signal sounds when shift- gearshift Risk of accident ing to a lower gear, do not engage the clutch but select a higher gear instead. DaimlerChrysler recommends pulling away If a brake or a brake circuit fails, do not con- There is a risk of engine damage from in 1st to 4th gear, depending on load and tinue the journey.
  • Page 60 Getting started Driving ® Changing gear – Hydro-pneumatic Move the gear lever to the desired Pulling away – Telligent gearshift gearshift gear, but without using force. If you wish to pull away from stationary in Slowly release the clutch pedal and transmission neutral position , the ®...
  • Page 61 Getting started Driving Wait until the selected gear is engaged. Ensure that the vehicle does not pull to the left or right and that it slows down A selection sound is heard over the in a controlled manner. central loudspeaker. The gear engaged flashes briefly on the Risk of accident left in the gear indicator.
  • Page 62 Getting started Driving ® ® Changing gear – Telligent gearshift Guide the gear lever in the direction of Pulling away – Telligent automatic gear engagement until a resistance can gearshift be felt. The optimum gear selected by the ® Telligent system flashes briefly on the right in the gear indicator.
  • Page 63 Getting started Driving Press function button 1. Risk of accident Push gear lever 2 forwards. ® Telligent automatic gearshift engages If a brake or a brake circuit fails, do not con- a suitable gear. tinue the journey. Stop the vehicle at once The selected gear flashes briefly on the (road and traffic conditions permitting).
  • Page 64: Switching On The Headlamps

    Getting started Driving Changing gear Accelerating Switching on the headlamps Depress the accelerator pedal. Risk of accident When the maximum speed is reached for the driving situation and the gear If the engine speed drops below 550 rpm, ® engaged, Telligent automatic gear- ®...
  • Page 65: Indicating A Turn

    Getting started Driving Main-beam headlamps Indicating a right turn Indicating a turn Switch on the lights. Engage combination switch in The combination switch can be found on position 1. the left of the steering column. Push the combination switch on the left of the steering column forwards and right turn signal indicator engage.
  • Page 66: Windscreen Wipers

    Getting started Driving Single wipe Windscreen wipers Turn the rotary switch briefly towards Check at regular intervals that the wip- The combination switch can be found on the steering column up to the pressure er blades are clean and undamaged. the left of the steering column.
  • Page 67: Parking And Closing

    Getting started Parking and closing Parking and closing Press lever downwards, swing into test Applying the parking brake position 3 and hold. The vehicle must not move. If the brak- Risk of accident ing force of the spring actuators on the towing vehicle is not sufficient to hold The braking efficiency of the parking brake the vehicle, chock the wheels as an ad-...
  • Page 68: Stopping - Hydro-Pneumatic Gearshift

    Getting started Parking and closing ® ® Stopping – Hydro-pneumatic Stopping – Telligent gearshift Stopping – Telligent automatic gearshift gearshift Brake the vehicle. Brake the vehicle. If necessary, change down a gear. Risk of accident Depress the clutch pedal fully. Depress the clutch pedal fully.
  • Page 69: Stopping The Engine

    Getting started Parking and closing Stopping the engine Risk of accident Manual mode (M): Leave engine running for approximate- ly one to two minutes at idle if When the vehicle is stationary, the se- A parked vehicle could roll away as the ®...
  • Page 70: Opening The Door From The Inside

    Getting started Parking and closing Opening the door from the inside Locking with the key Locking using the radio remote control The radio remote control will work regard- less of the direction in which it is pointed. It is also possible to unlock the vehicle from some distance.
  • Page 71 Getting started Parking and closing Press ‹ locking button 1 for ap- Activates/deactivates the anti-theft Vehicles with enhanced central locking alarm system. proximately one second. system: The driver's and co-driver's door will Opened side windows close automati- lock. cally. The turn signals will flash 3 times. The sliding/tilting sunroof closes auto- matically, depending on the position of the lock switch.
  • Page 72: Safety

    Safety Occupant safety General Driving safety systems Underride guard...
  • Page 73: Occupant Safety

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit one another. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has Always fasten your seat belt before start- the necessary specialist knowledge and ing off. Airbags and belt tensioners will tools for the work required.
  • Page 74 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit journey. Optional extra a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has Information about wearing seat belts can Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- the necessary specialist knowledge and be found in the "Getting started"...
  • Page 75 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit In an impact, the belt tensioner tightens The airbag offers additional protection a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the belt to pull it close to the body thus op- against injury and complements the pro-...
  • Page 76 Because the airbag inflates in a matter DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Risk of injury of milliseconds, there is a high risk of in- a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has jury. the necessary specialist knowledge and To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury tools for the work required.
  • Page 77 Safety Occupant safety Function of airbag and belt tensioner Risk of injury The airbag and belt tensioners are only op- erational once the key has been turned to To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury position 2 in the ignition lock. caused by inflation of the airbag in millisec- The airbag and belt tensioners will be trig- onds, observe the following:...
  • Page 78: General

    Safety General General Navigation system Operation of audio and mobile communication equipment In the Federal Republic of Germany it is forbidden to use mobile telephones e.g. telephone, two-way radio, fax ma- Risk of accident without a permanently installed hands- chine, etc. free system while the vehicle is in mo- Stop the vehicle to enter data into the navi- tion or while the engine is running.
  • Page 79 Attention would other- issued by Mercedes-Benz are to be ob- wise be drawn away from the traffic. served. Contravention of these specifi- cations could invalidate the vehicle's general operating permit (EU Directive 95/54/EC).
  • Page 80: Tyres

    The rubber of the tyre For this reason, such work should only be Have the air conditioning system gradually loses its elasticity. Tyres become carried out by a Mercedes-Benz Service checked. harder and more brittle and they begin to Centre.
  • Page 81: Driving Safety Systems

    Safety Driving safety systems Driving safety systems The following driving safety systems are Anti-lock braking system (ABS) described in this section: Risk of accident ABS prevents the wheels from locking ® Telligent brake system (BS) with ABS when the brakes are applied. The vehicle The risk of an accident is higher: ®...
  • Page 82: Telligent ® Brake System (Bs)

    Safety Driving safety systems Function check ® Telligent brake system (BS) ® ® Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition The Telligent brake system imparts The Telligent brake system features all lock. The multi-function display will light up control over the trailer that results in the control functions of ABS, ASR and SR.
  • Page 83 If there is no display or DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit ABS on tractor vehicle and the display does not go out after three a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has seconds or ABS on trailer/semitrailer the necessary specialist knowledge and the display does not go out when the ve- tools for the work required.
  • Page 84 Driving safety systems Event messages DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit The pedal travel and pedal force re- quired to brake the vehicle/vehicle and a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has ® Vehicles with Telligent brake system trailer combination may be increased.
  • Page 85 Safety Driving safety systems ® without function restriction Malfunctions in the Telligent stability control (SR) are shown by the multi- without instructions ® function display as a Telligent brake but with fault location and system (BS) event message. system abbreviation "BS" ®...
  • Page 86 Safety Driving safety systems An event message from the trailer or semi- trailer brake system is shown by the multi- function display: with fault location and the system abbreviation "ABS trailer/ semitrailer" or for trailer/semitrailer and electro- pneumatic brake system with the sys- tem abbreviation "EAB".
  • Page 87 Safety Driving safety systems To drive the tractor unit without semitrailer or with semitrailer without ABS: Insert the connector of connecting ca- ble in the "blank socket". To drive the tractor vehicle with a semitrail- er having ABS or electronic trailer brake: Remove connector of connecting cable from empty socket and insert in trailer socket.
  • Page 88 Safety Driving safety systems Excessive wheel brake temperature Drive with particular care. Adapt driv- ing style and try to use the continuous 4 x 2 semitrailer tractor vehicles The system is unable to detect and dis- brake (exhaust brake/retarder) to play increases in temperature caused An event message with yellow status indi- brake the vehicle where possible.
  • Page 89 Safety Driving safety systems Braking with anti-lock protection If the multi-function display shows the The BS or ABS anti-lock braking systems do event message In an emergency, apply full pressure to not relieve you of the responsibility for brake pedal. This guarantees optimum de- ABS on trailer/semitrailer adopting a driving style which suits traffic celeration of the vehicle.
  • Page 90: Abs Deactivation

    Safety Driving safety systems ABS deactivation Risk of accident The continuous brake switches itself If ABS is switched off, it may be possible to off automatically during ABS interven- achieve shorter stopping distances on If the multi-function display shows just the tion.
  • Page 91 Safety Driving safety systems Deactivating ABS The "Tractor vehicle and trailer/ semi- trailer ABS off" display is only available on trailers/semitrailers with EBS Press upper section of switch 1. ABS is deactivated. The multi-function display shows trac- tor vehicle ABS off. 1 ABS OFF switch On trailers/semitrailers with EBS, the 1 Display for tractor vehicle ABS off...
  • Page 92: Acceleration Skid Control (Asr)

    Safety Driving safety systems Reactivating ABS Activating ASR Acceleration skid control (ASR) Press upper section of switch 1. Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- Acceleration skid control prevents the tion lock. drive wheels from spinning when the vehi- ABS is reactivated.
  • Page 93 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit loose ground (e.g. sand or gravel), If the drive wheels spin on one side, a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has switch off acceleration skid control. ASR brakes them automatically. the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required.
  • Page 94 Safety Driving safety systems Deactivating ASR Reactivating ASR Press upper section of switch 1 again. Cruise control or the cruise control ASR is activated. The v ASR indica- continuous brake cannot be activated tor lamp in the instrument panel will go during skid control.
  • Page 95: Telligent ® Stability Control (Sr)

    Safety Driving safety systems Handling characteristics Oversteering ® Telligent stability control (SR) The vehicle breaks away through the rear 4 x 2 semitrailer tractor vehicles Understeering axle. Moving off the intended path 3, the ® Telligent stability control only operates The vehicle moves off the correct path 1 vehicle turns toward the inner edge of the within physical limitations.
  • Page 96 Safety Driving safety systems Activating SR Deactivating SR Reactivating SR Press upper section of switch 1 again. Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- tion lock. The stability control and acceleration The v SR/ASR indicator skid control functions are active. lamp lights up and should go out after The flashing SR/ASR indicator two seconds.
  • Page 97 Safety Driving safety systems ® If Telligent stability control recognises a critical driving situation, the following au- Risk of accident During automatic control, the v tomatic control interventions will stabilise SR/ASR indicator lamp in the instru- ® the tractor and trailer combination: Telligent stability control does not relieve ment panel will light up.
  • Page 98 Safety Driving safety systems SR event message ® ® Telligent stability control messages are During the winter, the best perform- Telligent stability control is only ac- ® shown by the multi-function display as a ance is only obtained from Telligent tive when the vehicle is moving at a ®...
  • Page 99 Press the º button on the instru- workshop. ment panel. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you The message is cleared. The system visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre abbreviation is shown in the reminder as it has the necessary specialist section. knowledge and tools for the work re- quired.
  • Page 100: Telligent ® Roll Control (Wr)

    Safety Driving safety systems When driving, ® Telligent roll control (WR) ® rolling movements of bodies with a Malfunctions in Telligent roll control 4x2 and 6x2 vehicles with steel/air- high centre of gravity e.g. box bodies, are shown in the multi-function display. sprung front axle and air-sprung rear axle: are reduced An event message in the multi-function...
  • Page 101: Lane Assist

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work rele- vant to safety and work on safety-related...
  • Page 102 Safety Driving safety systems Risk of accident Risk of accident Risk of accident Lane assist is merely a tool to assist the driv- Adverse weather conditions, such as: Note that the function of Lane assist is lim- er. When driving, you are responsible for ited: snow keeping the vehicle on the correct lane and...
  • Page 103 Safety Driving safety systems Press upper section of switch 1. Switching on Lane assist Lane assist is activated. If a Lane assist warning is not possible, the f "Lane assist" indicator lamp The indicator lamp in the switch lights will light up in the instrument panel. up.
  • Page 104: Reversing Warning

    Safety Driving safety systems Reversing warning Risk of accident The reversing warning is an audible warn- ing device built into the rear lamp cluster The reversing warning does not relieve you of the vehicle. The reversing warning is ac- of your duty to make sure that there are no tivated and emits a warning tone when re- persons/obstacles behind the vehicle.
  • Page 105: Underride Guard

    Safety Underride guard Underride guard Folding underride guard Risk of accident The underride guard can be folded up for off-road journeys, for example. The underride guard must be folded down and locked in this position when the vehicle is driven on public roads. Only this way can a vehicle be prevented from becoming jammed beneath the frame in the event of a collision.
  • Page 106: Driver Information System

    Controls in detail Opening and closing Seats and berths Starting and stopping the engine Brakes Lighting Instrument panel Driver information system Gear selection Driving Driving systems Good visibility Climate control Open-air Features...
  • Page 107: Opening And Closing

    Controls in detail Opening and closing Opening and closing The "Controls in detail" section contains Opening and closing doors detailed information about the functions of If you unlock the vehicle using the radio the vehicle. remote control, you must open one of Risk of accident and injury Do not read this section until you are fully the doors within 25 seconds.
  • Page 108: Central Locking

    If a key is lost, obtaining a replacement sition 1. If a door is open, the interior is a time-consuming process which only light goes out after approximately a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre can five minutes. perform for you. When pressing the buttons of the radio...
  • Page 109: Unlocking/Locking Door Using

    Controls in detail Opening and closing Exterior door release mechanism To lock Press switch 1. To open the door, pull the door handle on the outside. Indicator lamp 2 in the switch goes out. All doors must be closed. The vehicle Unlocking locks centrally.
  • Page 110: Opening The Door From Inside

    Controls in detail Opening and closing To activate the anti-theft alarm system Opening the door from inside Central locking with anti-theft alarm at the same time, hold the key in the system locked position for longer than Included with the vehicle are: two seconds.
  • Page 111: Enhanced Central Locking System

    Controls in detail Opening and closing Locking and unlocking doors using the Locking driver's and co-driver's door Enhanced central locking system radio remote control Press the ‹ button once. Included with the vehicle are Driver's and co-driver's door locks. Unlocking driver's door two keys The turn signals flash 3 times.
  • Page 112 Controls in detail Opening and closing Unlocking/locking doors using the key Locking and unlocking the doors using the radio remote control The vehicle should be locked using the key The power windows feature protection in the same way as any standard central against entrapment.
  • Page 113 Controls in detail Opening and closing Locking driver's and co-driver's door Sliding/tilting sunroof closure lock Press the ‹ button once. Before locking, select position of Protection against entrapment feature sliding/tilting sunroof on closure lock in power windows. The turn signals flash once switch.
  • Page 114: Radio Remote Control

    Controls in detail Opening and closing Activating Closes the sliding/tilting sunroof Radio remote control automatically on vehicles with the en- Press the upper section of the P The radio remote control works regardless hanced central locking system, de- closure lock switch. of the direction in which it is pointed.
  • Page 115 Be prepared to hand over all available ton for approximately one second. radio remote control units to the The driver information system shows Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for re- when the battery in the radio remote coding. control needs to be replaced.
  • Page 116: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Controls in detail Opening and closing the voltage supply is interrupted due to The turn signals confirm the locking Anti-theft alarm system the battery terminal clamps being un- procedure with activated anti-theft The anti-theft alarm system protects the done, for example. alarm system only when all compo- tractor vehicle and the attached trailer/ nents are in the ready position.
  • Page 117 Controls in detail Opening and closing Anti-theft alarm system for vehicles for Activating or deactivating the anti-theft Activating using the key the transport of hazardous goods alarm system from outside the vehicle When locking the vehicle, hold key in The functional differences in the anti-theft To lock the vehicle centrally and to activate the locked position for approximately alarm system are listed as follows:...
  • Page 118 Controls in detail Opening and closing Deactivating using the radio remote Activating using the radio remote control control If none of the doors are opened within Press the Œ button once. Press the ‹ button once. 25 seconds, All turn signals and the indicator lamp Vehicles with enhanced central locking the vehicle locks itself again auto- in the anti-theft alarm system switch...
  • Page 119 Controls in detail Opening and closing Anti-theft alarm system indicator lamp If the anti-theft alarm system is deactivat- Deactivating from inside the vehicle Press the upper section of switch 1 The indicator lamp in anti-theft alarm sys- The indicator lamp in switch 1 is off. tem switch 1 indicates to the driver the once.
  • Page 120 Controls in detail Opening and closing The multi-function display indicates Anti-theft alarm a malfunction If an alarm is activated, all turn signals and the dipped-beam headlamps flash and the an alarm source that is not in the ready alarm sounds. position (closed or attached) when the anti-theft alarm system is activated After a predetermined period of approxi-...
  • Page 121 Controls in detail Opening and closing The multi-function display shows the Panic alarm source of the alarm or the reason it was ac- You can activate the panic alarm at any If more than one alarm was set off, the tivated.
  • Page 122 Controls in detail Opening and closing Activating To release Risk of injury Press the lower section of anti-theft Press the lower section of anti-theft alarm system switch 1 once. alarm system switch 1 once. Take care when closing the power windows The panic alarm is activated.
  • Page 123: Seats And Berths

    Controls in detail Seats and berths Seats and berths Seats Make sure that none of the occupants or Adjust backrest into vertical position, if The vehicle may be equipped with different you yourself become caught in the seat possible. types of seats depending on the equip- when it is being adjusted.
  • Page 124 Controls in detail Seats and berths Seat adjustment, driver's suspension Adjusting the backrest Folding up the seat cushion seat Push seat cushion 2 towards the Sit down on the seat and pull the ad- justment lever 1 upwards. Further information can be found in the backrest until the seat cushion audibly "Getting started"...
  • Page 125 Controls in detail Seats and berths Centre seat head restraint Removing the head restraint Pull the head restraint up to the stop. Risk of injury Simultaneously press in and hold the retainers 1. Only drive the vehicle with head restraints Pull the head restraint sharply up and fitted so that occupants are protected out.
  • Page 126: Upper Berth

    Controls in detail Seats and berths Folding the berth up Folding the berth down Upper berth (sleeping position) Risk of injury To prevent damage to the berth and Only use the berth when the vehicle is sta- seats, ensure that there is enough tionary.
  • Page 127: Lower Berth

    Controls in detail Seats and berths Lift berth up slightly, hold in place and Folding out the access step Lower berth press the red release button of the belt Press against access step and then re- latches 2, lease. Risk of injury Release securing belt, The access step folds out and engages A person on the lower berth should be se-...
  • Page 128 Controls in detail Seats and berths Use when the vehicle is in motion Hook restraint system 2 in eye 1 on cab roof. The covers for the stowage compart- ments can be found beneath the mat- tress ( page 348). Recliner The recliner seat in the single cab is not de- signed to be used permanently as a co-...
  • Page 129 Controls in detail Seats and berths Conversion to berth Risk of injury Fold backrest of co-driver's seat down towards the seat cushion, Make sure, before commencing any journey, Position swivel bar 1 vertically and that the person occupying the recliner seat engage downwards, has his/her seat belt applied ( page 46).
  • Page 130: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    The immobiliser electronics are activat- shows CODE only a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre can perform for you. If five unsuccessful attempts are made with an incorrect key, the waiting peri- For this reason, DaimlerChrysler rec-...
  • Page 131: Adr Emergency-Off Switch

    Controls in detail Starting and stopping the engine ADR emergency-off switch Risk of accident If the voltage supply is interrupted by Vehicles used for the transportation of haz- actuation of the emergency-off switch ardous goods: The switch interrupts the power supply to all if the anti-theft alarm system is active, Vehicles used for the transportation of haz- main electrical consumers.
  • Page 132 Controls in detail Starting and stopping the engine Emergency-off switch in cockpit Activating Deactivating The switch is located in the cockpit on the Fold cover upwards. Push down cover until it audibly engag- left or right-hand side next to the heater Remove switch pin 1.
  • Page 133 Controls in detail Starting and stopping the engine Emergency-off switch on outside of Activating Deactivating vehicle Open cover, Push down cover until it audibly engag- The switch is on the co-driver's side behind Push lever 1 upwards. the cab. The voltage supply for all electrical con- All electrical consumers apart from the sumers is reinstated.
  • Page 134: Flame-Start System

    Controls in detail Starting and stopping the engine The electronics system activates the Flame-start system flame-start system at a temperature below The electronic system switches the At low ambient temperatures, the flame- –4 °C as soon as the ignition lock is in flame-start system off initially start system makes it possible to quickly position 2.
  • Page 135: Brakes

    Controls in detail Brakes Brakes Activating hillholder Parking brake Hillholder The parking brake is designed to prevent a The hillholder is an extension of the ® parked vehicle from rolling away. It actu- Telligent brake system and offers pulling ates the spring-loaded cylinders. away assistance.
  • Page 136 Controls in detail Brakes Switching off hillholder Risk of accident Press the lower section of hillholder As long as you maintain even the slight- switch 1. est of pressure on the brake, clutch or If none of the pedals are pressed when the The k hillholder indicator lamp accelerator pedal, the hillholder re- hillholder is active (accelerator, clutch or...
  • Page 137: Lighting

    Controls in detail Lighting Lighting Information about switching on lights and turn signals ( page 59). There may be a slight deviation in the In countries where traffic drives on the function of the light switches described side of the road opposite to that which Light switch here due to legal requirements in all is normal in the country where the vehi-...
  • Page 138: Headlamp Range Control

    Controls in detail Lighting Reducing headlamp range Headlamp range control Switching on the front foglamps Turn thumbwheel from position 0 Depending on the laden state of the vehi- downwards until the dipped-beam cle, the focus of the dipped-beam head- headlamps no longer dazzle oncoming lamps can rise or fall.
  • Page 139: Combination Switch

    Controls in detail Lighting Switching on rear foglamps Switching on main-beam headlamps Combination switch With dipped-beam headlamps and front Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. The combination switch is located to the foglamps on: left of the steering column. Turn the light switch to position B.
  • Page 140: Light Switch Unit

    Controls in detail Lighting Work-area lamp Load compartment light Light switch unit The light switch unit is equipped for vari- Switching on Switching on ous lighting functions. The light switch unit Press the upper section of switch 1 Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. is located on the left next to the multi-func- tion steering wheel.
  • Page 141 Controls in detail Lighting Rotating beacon lamp Headlamp cleaning system Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. Switching on Press the upper section of switch 4 Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. Press the upper section of switch 3 The headlamp cleaning system sprays washer fluid onto both headlamps for The indicator lamp in the switch lights...
  • Page 142: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Controls in detail Lighting Switching on hazard warning lamps Switching off hazard warning lamps Hazard warning lamps Press switch 1. Press switch 1 again. The hazard warning lamps will still operate if the steering lock is in position 0. The indicator lamp in the hazard warn- The indicator lamp in the hazard warn- ing lamp switch, the turn signal indica- ing lamp switch, the turn signal indica-...
  • Page 143: Interior Lighting

    Controls in detail Lighting Interior lighting switches Interior lighting In the vehicle interior there are four differ- ent types of lighting: Interior lighting Reading lamp Nightlight (green) Ambient lighting (blue) The different modes of lighting can be Co-driver's door control panel switched on and regulated individually.
  • Page 144 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on interior lighting Switching lighting on when vehicle is in motion Briefly touch switch 3 U. Briefly touch switch 3 U. The electronics system switches the in- From a speed of approximately 20 mph terior lighting on with reduced bright- (30 km/h), the electronics system ness.
  • Page 145 Controls in detail Lighting Switching off interior lighting Activating "no interior lighting when door open" function Briefly touch switch 3 U. If you switch the interior lights on be- fore opening the door, they remain on. The interior lighting goes out. Deactivating "no interior lighting when door open"...
  • Page 146 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on reading lamp Switching off reading lamp Switching off nightlight Briefly touch switch 2 S Briefly touch switch 2 S Press switch 5 Q in the switch or 6 S. or 6 S. unit above the windscreen. The respective reading lamp lights up.
  • Page 147 Controls in detail Lighting Ambient lighting (blue) Dimming ambient lighting Switching off ambient lighting Press and hold switch 1 O in the Briefly touch switch 1 O in the The ambient lighting is intended for the ve- hicle when it is parked. switch unit above the windscreen.
  • Page 148: Instrument Lighting

    Controls in detail Lighting Brighter Instrument lighting Adjustable reading lamp Press and hold the æ button until re- The instrument lighting consists of the in- quired degree of brightness has been strument panel lighting and switch illumi- achieved. nation. Darker Dimming instrument lighting Press and hold the ç...
  • Page 149: Instrument Panel

    Controls in detail Instrument panel Instrument panel Total distance recorder Rev counter Depending on the country, the speed and The rev counter shows the engine speed. distance travelled are recorded in miles or The scale is split into three areas. kilometres.
  • Page 150 Controls in detail Instrument panel Economical operating range The econometer is active 1 Green Economical operat- Operation of the vehicle in the economical at speeds above 12 mph ( 20 km/h) ing range range has the following effects 2 Yellow Engine brake oper- if the relation between the engine ating range...
  • Page 151 Controls in detail Instrument panel The econometer goes out Driving with the econometer two seconds after the engine has reached the displayed speed range if high output is requested from the en- gine if the clutch pedal is depressed for longer than five seconds if neutral is selected at the transmis- sion for longer than five seconds.
  • Page 152: Outside Temperature Display

    Controls in detail Instrument panel Outside temperature display Risk of accident The display in the rev counter can show the outside temperature in two temperature Even if the outside temperature display scales. shows temperatures that are just above Degrees Celsius (°C) freezing point, the roads could still be icy.
  • Page 153: Time

    Controls in detail Instrument panel Time Fuel gauge The display in the rev counter can show the The fuel gauge shows the quantity of fuel in time in two different ways depending on all fuel tanks of the vehicle. requirement. If the fuel volume drops to 14% of the max- 12 hour mode imum level, an event message is shown in...
  • Page 154: Reservoir Pressure For Brake

    Controls in detail Instrument panel Reservoir pressure for brake circuits 1 and 2 The volume of fuel in litres and the dis- tance that can be travelled with that The instrument shows the pressure in the amount of fuel can be called up in the brake circuit with the least amount of pres- driver information system in the trip sure.
  • Page 155: Driver Information System

    Controls in detail Driver information system Driver information system The driver information system is activated Page Page when the key in the ignition lock is in Maintenance Changing language position 2. Viewing/confirming service Transmission control back up The driver information system features the due dates mode following functions:...
  • Page 156: Structure

    Controls in detail Driver information system Structure Risk of accident The number of menus depends on The driver information system features var- ious menus. the equipment level of the vehicle Use the driver information system only if the traffic situation permits it. Attention would There are several functions combined in whether the vehicle is stationary or otherwise be drawn away too much.
  • Page 157 Controls in detail Driver information system Driver information system menus...
  • Page 158 Controls in detail Driver information system Menu Page Menu Page 1 Actros info d Settings 2 Monitoring info Configuration 3 Trip computer Load 4 Navigation Time 5 Audio Service products 6 Telephone Units 7 New SMS message e Transmission control ®...
  • Page 159: User Guidance

    Controls in detail Driver information system User guidance If the multi-function display shows the The user guidance at the top of the multi- symbol ? 6, you can make a selec- function display shows where you are in tion or adjustment using the + and the driver information system and which - buttons on the multi-function steering wheel buttons should be used for...
  • Page 160 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the j or k button on the System navigation Menu navigation multi-function steering wheel. The structure of the driver information sys- The structure within the menus is usually tem is circular. circular as well. The driver information system shows the next function or item of informa- Press the è...
  • Page 161: Multi-Function Display

    Controls in detail Driver information system Multi-function display Function Page Function Page The multi-function display is split up into 1 User guidance 6 Differential lock display set areas. The gear indicator is always dis- 2 Digital speed display Starting-off aid switched played.
  • Page 162: Event Message

    Controls in detail Driver information system Event message with red status display Event message Risk of accident If there are malfunctions on the vehicle, Risk of accident the driver information system informs the If the STOP lamp lights up, the operational driver with an event message.
  • Page 163 Yel- Adjust driving style. The vehicle's driving and braking DaimlerChrysler recommends Carry out action in accordance that you visit a Mercedes-Benz characteristics may change with the event message. Service Centre as it has the nec- Adjust driving style Have the fault rectified as soon as essary specialist knowledge and possible.
  • Page 164 Controls in detail Driver information system Event message with action to be car- Event message with symbol Event message for acknowledgement ried out Press the è or ÿ button on the multi-function steering wheel. Press the º button in the instru- ment panel.
  • Page 165: Actros Info Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Reminder Actros Info menu In order that the acknowledged event mes- Faults that must be displayed due to le- In the Actros Info menu you can choose be- sage is not forgotten, the driver informa- gal requirements have a red or yellow tween three different displays: tion system shows the relevant symbol or...
  • Page 166: Monitoring Info Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Changing Actros Info menu display Monitoring info menu Call up the Actros Info menu. After the functional check, the multi- In the Monitoring info menu you can call up function display always shows the information which is important for the op- Press the j or k button on the menu that was last selected.
  • Page 167 Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the Monitoring info menu Calling up the coolant temperature Calling up the reservoir pressure With the vehicle stationary and the parking brake applied Turn key in ignition lock to position Press the è or ÿ button on the multi-function steering wheel continu- ally until the multi-function display shows...
  • Page 168 Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the engine oil level Topping up engine oil ( page 418). Do not top up engine oil unless prompt- ed to do so. Calling up the axle load indicator Vehicles with axle load measurement de- vice: The axle load measuring device deter- Axle load indicator...
  • Page 169 Controls in detail Driver information system Press button 3 or 4 to switch off lev- Setting the axle load indicator el control operating unit. The axle load measuring device is not Indicator lamps 1 and 2 should not calibrated nor is it a system capable of light up.
  • Page 170 Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the load info Trailer or semitrailer with telematics in ac- The trailer ID is the chassis number of cordance with ISO 11992 and associated the trailer. sensor technology: The multi-function display can show the following information depending on the equipment level of the trailer or semitrail- Load temperature...
  • Page 171: Trip Computer Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the converter and clutch unit Trip data Trip computer menu temperature The trip data comprises: In the trip computer menu you can call up Vehicles with converter and clutch unit: the following information distance travelled in kilometres duration of journey in hours Page...
  • Page 172 The trip data can be viewed Calling up the trip data After reset – from the point at which Call up the trip computer. A Mercedes-Benz Service Centre can the data was last reset ( page 167) alter the reset time. The trip data...
  • Page 173 Controls in detail Driver information system After reset, manually Calling up the fuel level and range Quitting trip computer Press the è or ÿ button on the Call up the trip computer. multi-function steering wheel to select The multi-function display shows the the next menu.
  • Page 174: Audio Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Audio menu Telephone menu New SMS menu ® Using the functions in the audio menu, you Vehicles with hands-free system: Vehicles with FleetBoard can operate the basic functions of the au- Using the functions in the telephone menu, The driver information system indicates in dio equipment ( page 359).
  • Page 175 Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the New SMS menu Deleting SMS The last page of a text message is the Each text message consists of at least prompt to delete the message. Risk of accident 2 pages. The last page of the text message is the The priority is to focus your attention on the prompt to delete the message.
  • Page 176: Maintenance Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Press the æ button on the multi- Calling up the Maintenance menu Maintenance menu function steering wheel. The Maintenance menu serves as a means The selection bar is on Press the j or k button on the calling up the service due dates for the multi-function steering wheel.
  • Page 177 Controls in detail Driver information system With the vehicle stationary and the parking Service note If you do not acknowledge a service brake applied ® message ( page 173), the multi-func- The Telligent maintenance system auto- tion display always show it for approxi- Turn key in ignition lock to position 2.
  • Page 178 Controls in detail Driver information system Acknowledging service message Press the è or ÿ button on the multi-function steering wheel Press the º button in the instrument panel. In the case of an approaching, current or late service due date, the service message is cleared.
  • Page 179 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit blies could be the result a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has Use a pointed object, such as a pen to the necessary specialist knowledge and confirm a current or an approaching ®...
  • Page 180: Event Info Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Press and hold reset button in the in- Calling up the Event info menu Event info menu strument panel for one second. The Event info menu serves as a means of The driver information system resets selecting the events stored in the reminder the displayed service due date.
  • Page 181 Controls in detail Driver information system Quitting event info menu Risk of accident ÿ Press the è or button on the The driver information system shows multi-function steering wheel to select the last acknowledged event in the The priority is to focus your attention on the the next menu.
  • Page 182: Auxiliary Heating Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Switching on auxiliary heating Auxiliary heating menu Risk of fire and poisoning Continuous heating ( page 328), Vehicles with auxiliary heating: Timed heating ( page 332), Auxiliary heating menu serves as a The auxiliary heating may not be used in en- means of closed spaces such as garages or work- Preselected heating (...
  • Page 183: Alarm Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the auxiliary heating menu With the vehicle stationary and the parking Alarm menu brake applied There is an alarm clock function integrated Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. in the instrument panel. Press the è...
  • Page 184 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the æ or ç button on the Calling up the Alarm menu With the vehicle stationary and the parking brake applied multi-function steering wheel repeat- edly until the desired alarm mode can Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. Risk of accident be seen in the highlight.
  • Page 185 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the j or k button on the Setting alarm time multi-function steering wheel repeat- Call up the alarm menu. If you would like to woken up by the ra- edly until the multi-function display dio, the ignition lock must be in posi- Press the j or k button on the shows...
  • Page 186 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the j button on the multi- Press the è or ÿ button on the Switching off alarm function steering wheel. multi-function steering wheel. Press any button on the multi-function The multi-function display shows The driver information system accepts steering wheel.
  • Page 187: Language Menu

    Other languages can be installed in the English driver information system by a Press the æ or ç button on the Language of country in which vehicle Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. multi-function steering wheel repeat- was sold edly until the highlight is on the desired language.
  • Page 188: Settings Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Settings menu The settings menu serves as a means of Page Page Page Activating/deactivating Adjusting Activating menus Cruise control sound Load monitoring Diagnostics restrictions Differential lock Transmission control permanent display Clock Level control permanent Service fluid grades display The settings menu can only be selected...
  • Page 189 Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the Settings menu Cruise control sound menu Calling up the Cruise control sound menu The Cruise control sound menu serves as a means of activating and deactivating the With the vehicle stationary and the parking acoustic signal during operation of the var- brake applied ious driving systems:...
  • Page 190 Controls in detail Driver information system Activating Permanent display of differential lock and additional equipment Press the æ button on the multi- function steering wheel. The Differential lock permanent display menu serves as a means of activating the Deactivating display when the locks are disengaged. Press the ç...
  • Page 191 Controls in detail Driver information system Selecting differential lock permanent Quitting differential lock permanent Level control permanent display display display The Level control permanent display menu Press the è or ÿ button on the With the vehicle stationary and the parking serves as a means of activating the display brake applied multi-function steering wheel to accept...
  • Page 192 Controls in detail Driver information system Selecting level control permanent Activating Arrow buttons in radio mode menu display Press the æ button on the multi- Truckline CC30, CC70 or CD70 audio With the vehicle stationary and the parking function steering wheel. equipment: brake applied The Arrow buttons in radio mode menu...
  • Page 193 Controls in detail Driver information system Arrow buttons in cassette mode menu Diagnostics menu activation Activating Press the æ button on the multi- Truckline CC30, CC70 or CD70 audio Diagnostics menu activation can be select- equipment: ed using the Display diagnostics menu function steering wheel.
  • Page 194 Controls in detail Driver information system Enabling transmission control back up Activating Load temperature monitoring in mode menu trailer/semitrailer, min./max. temper- Press the æ button on the multi- ature Transmission control back up mode serves function steering wheel. as a means of activating the Transmission Trailer/semitrailer telematics with load control back up mode menu ( page 207)
  • Page 195 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the ç button on the multi- Calling up the Min. temperature menu Adjusting lower threshold temperature function steering wheel. With the vehicle stationary and the parking brake applied The min. temperature decreases in 1° increments.
  • Page 196 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the ç button on the multi- Calling up the maximum temperature Adjusting the upper threshold tempera- menu ture function steering wheel. With the vehicle stationary and the parking The maximum temperature decreases brake applied in 1°...
  • Page 197 Controls in detail Driver information system Load pressure monitoring in trailer/ Calling up the Min. pressure menu Adjusting the lower threshold pressure semitrailer, min./max. pressure With the vehicle stationary and the parking Trailer/semitrailer telematics with cargo brake applied pressure monitoring: Call up the Settings menu The menu serves as means of adjusting the page 184).
  • Page 198 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the æ button on the multi- Press the j or k button on the Adjusting the upper threshold function steering wheel. multi-function steering wheel to accept the setting and to move on to the Max. The minimum pressure increases in pressure menu.
  • Page 199 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the æ button on the multi- Liquid load volume monitoring in Selecting the minimum volume function steering wheel. trailer/semitrailer, min./max. With the vehicle stationary and the parking quantity The maximum pressure increases in brake applied 0.1 bar increments.
  • Page 200 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the ç button on the multi- Adjusting the lower threshold Calling up the Max. quantity menu function steering wheel. With the vehicle stationary and the parking The minimum quantity decreases in 2 l brake applied increments.
  • Page 201 Controls in detail Driver information system Adjusting the upper threshold Call up the Max. quantity menu. Quitting the Max. quantity menu Press the æ button on the multi- Press the è or ÿ button on the function steering wheel. multi-function steering wheel to accept the setting and to quit the Settings The maximum quantity increases in 2 l menu.
  • Page 202 Controls in detail Driver information system Press the æ or ç button on the Clock menu Setting clock, minutes multi-function steering wheel repeat- The Clock menu is used to set the time in Call up the Settings menu. edly until the multi-function display the rev counter.
  • Page 203 Controls in detail Driver information system Quitting the menu for setting clock, min- Fluids and lubricants menu The following settings are possible: utes The fluids and lubricants menu serves as Page Press the è or ÿ button on the means of setting the properties of the flu- Fuel sulphur content/ multi-function steering wheel to accept ids and lubricants.
  • Page 204 Controls in detail Driver information system Fuel sulphur content Selecting fuel sulphur content display For operation of the vehicle, the sulphur With the vehicle stationary and the parking If the sulphur content entered for the content of the diesel in the vehicle must be brake applied fluid/lubricant is not the same as the entered.
  • Page 205 Controls in detail Driver information system Changing fuel sulphur content Select the fuel sulphur content display Engine oil viscosity display page 199). The engine oil viscosity value in the fluids/ Press and hold the reset button (for ap- lubricants menu must be the same as the proximately one second) in the instru- viscosity class (SAE class) of the oil in the ment panel until the desired fuel...
  • Page 206 Controls in detail Driver information system Select engine oil viscosity display Changing engine oil viscosity Select engine oil viscosity display. With the vehicle stationary and the parking Press and hold the reset button (for ap- brake applied proximately one second) in the instru- Use a pointed object, such as a pen, to ment panel until the desired engine oil Call up the Settings menu...
  • Page 207 Engine oil viscosity menu ( page 200). Use a pointed object, such as a pen, to Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service press the reset button in the instru- Products. The higher the data sheet value, Calling up the Engine oil grade menu ment panel.
  • Page 208 Press the reset button in the instru- accordance with the data sheet values same quality. ment panel until the multi-function dis- from Mercedes-Benz Specifications for play shows the desired engine oil Service Products. The higher the data Observe the "Fluids, lubricants and capac- grade.
  • Page 209 Controls in detail Driver information system Changing the transmission oil grade Call up the Transmission oil grade Quitting the transmission oil grade menu. menu Press the è or ÿ button on the Press and hold the reset button (for Use a pointed object, such as a pen, to approximately one second) in the in- multi-function steering wheel to select press the reset button in the instru-...
  • Page 210 Controls in detail Driver information system Units menu Calling up the Units menu, Tempera- Changing the temperature unit ture unit The units menu serves as a means of switching With the vehicle stationary and the parking brake applied the unit of temperature measurement between °C/°F Call up the Settings menu page 184).
  • Page 211 Controls in detail Driver information system Quitting the temperature unit display Call up the Settings menu 24 hour mode page 184). Press the è or ÿ button on the Press the ç button on the multi- Press the æ or ç button on the multi-function steering wheel to accept function steering wheel.
  • Page 212: Transmission Control Back-Up Mode Menu

    Controls in detail Driver information system Transmission control back up mode Diagnostics menu menu The Diagnostics menu can only be se- The Diagnostics menu is used in fault find- ® lected Vehicles with Telligent gearshift/ auto- ing. It comprises a list of all the control matic gearshift: units installed in the vehicle which will vary when the vehicle is stationary...
  • Page 213 Controls in detail Driver information system Control unit abbreviations Abbrevia- System Abbrevia- System tions tions Abbrevia- System ® Telligent gearshift Modular switch panel tions Rear module Exhaust emission Automatic gearshift treatment (DeNOx) Hydraulic-pneumatic Air-Process-Unit ® gearshift Telligent level control ® Telligent distance Heating control/air...
  • Page 214: Mb Item Number

    Controls in detail Driver information system Calling up the Diagnostics menu MB item number Abbrevia- System tions The MB item number identifies the control unit. Tachograph Telephone, hands-free Selecting the MB item number system With the vehicle stationary and the parking Door module, co-driver's brake applied door...
  • Page 215: Events Menu

    A fault which has not been rectified is a period of 2.5 days. A Mercedes-Benz The multi-function display shows the represented by 2 as being current. Service Centre can carry out a diagnosis of list of control units.
  • Page 216 Controls in detail Driver information system Quitting the Event menu If there are no further events, the multi- function display shows: Delete event? The highlight is on Press the è or ÿ button on the multi-function steering wheel to move on to the next menu.
  • Page 217 If there are no further events, the multi- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you function display shows Delete events? visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist The highlight is on knowledge and tools for the work re- quired.
  • Page 218: Binary Values

    Delete events The binary values are intended to assist Press the j button on the multi- Mercedes-Benz Service Centres in ve- function steering wheel. hicle diagnosis. The multi-function display shows Delete events...
  • Page 219: Gearshift

    Controls in detail Gearshift Gearshift The vehicle is equipped with a fully syn- chronised 4 speed transmission. Half stag- Risk of accident es (post-selection) are also possible which doubles the number of gears. The pre-se- If the reservoir pressure is too low in the lection group provides a high and a low ra- auxiliary consumer circuit, complete de- tio for each of the gears.
  • Page 220: Gearshift (Hps)

    Controls in detail Gearshift Hydro-pneumatic gearshift (HPS) Gear change methods Change gear in good time when ap- The hydro-pneumatic gearshift (HPS) is de- On vehicles with HPS there are three ways proaching steep gradients. signed with a double H layout and is split to operate the transmission: into a low and a high gear range.
  • Page 221: Pulling Away

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit the gear lever to overcome the lock be- Immediately after pulling away, test the a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has tween the gear ranges. service and parking brakes. When do- the necessary specialist knowledge and ing this, observe the traffic situation.
  • Page 222: Selecting The Splitter Group

    Controls in detail Gearshift Slowly release the clutch pedal and High-range splitter group Selecting the splitter group slowly depress the accelerator. Place split-shifter in upper position 1. The splitter group allows the vehicle to be driven in a higher or lower ratio in the se- Keep clutch pedal depressed until the lected gear without the need for gear splitter group is selected.
  • Page 223: Stopping

    Controls in detail Gearshift ® Stopping Selecting reverse gear Telligent gearshift ® Brake the vehicle. Depress the clutch pedal. Telligent gearshift (EPS III S) is an elec- tronic-pneumatic gear selection device. To Depress the clutch pedal fully. Wait for a period of three to six seconds change gear, the gear lever or the half-gear until the layshaft has come to rest in Shift the transmission into neutral.
  • Page 224: Gear Indicator

    Controls in detail Gearshift In both cases, the gear can be selected Gear indicator directly: This gear indicator shows the following in- Depress the clutch pedal formation in the multi-function display: Select a gear the engaged gear and the selected splitter group on the left 1 and Release the clutch pedal the recommended or preselected gear...
  • Page 225: Gearshift Unit

    Controls in detail Gearshift ® Telligent gearshift unit Gear lever The gearshift unit is located on a separate Function button folding armrest on the driver's seat. Shift up Shift down/select reverse Neutral button Half-gear rocker Shift ½ gear up Shift ½ gear down Gearshift unit on right-hand drive vehicles...
  • Page 226: Selecting Neutral

    Controls in detail Gearshift Depress the clutch pedal. Selecting neutral Risk of accident As soon as neutral is engaged, shown on the left in the gear indicator. When you declutch or select transmission Release the clutch pedal. neutral, either engine braking or tractive power is interrupted.
  • Page 227: Pulling Away

    Controls in detail Gearshift Direct gearshift Pulling away If you move the gear lever with the If you wish to pull away from stationary function button forwards to drive away with the transmission in neutral , the ® with the transmission in neutral, the Telligent gearshift only permits selection ®...
  • Page 228 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit service and parking brakes. When do- that the gear you wish to select is prese- a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has ing this, observe the traffic situation. lected using the gear lever or the half-gear...
  • Page 229 Controls in detail Gearshift ® The Telligent gearshift stores the prese- Move gear lever and/or half-gear rock- Changing preselection lected gear er in the direction of the gear change Select a different gear during the peri- continually until a resistance can be for two minutes when the vehicle is od allowed for preselection using the felt and until the relevant gear flashes...
  • Page 230: Changing Gear

    Controls in detail Gearshift Changing gear Risk of accident ® ® The Telligent gearshift monitors gear The Telligent gearshift offers 4 ways in selection. If the driver chooses a gear which to change gear when the vehicle is in If the clutch pedal is released before a gear that would lead to overrevving of the motion: ®...
  • Page 231 Controls in detail Gearshift ® Telligent driver's choice The influencing factors which aid the ® Telligent gearshift in determining the op- If you move the gear lever forwards to 1 timum gear are or backwards to 2 when the vehicle is in motion without pressing the function but- Road speed ®...
  • Page 232 Controls in detail Gearshift Direct gearshift Preselected gearshift Depress the clutch pedal. You decide whether gear change should be The preselected gear can be changed up or down by means of the gear lever. The or deleted during the period allowed for Move gear lever to change gear until a ®...
  • Page 233: Stopping

    Controls in detail Gearshift Wait until the selected gear is engaged. Deleting preselection Stopping A selection sound can be heard in the Press neutral button during period al- Brake the vehicle. central loudspeaker. lowed for preselection. If necessary, change down a gear. The gear engaged flashes briefly on the The preselected gear shown in the right Depress the clutch pedal.
  • Page 234: Selecting Reverse Gear

    Controls in detail Gearshift Press and hold function button 1 and Selecting reverse gear Construction-site mode move gear lever backwards until a re- Construction-site vehicles: sistance can be felt 2 and hold in this position. When the differential locks are engaged ®...
  • Page 235: Rapid Change Of Direction

    Controls in detail Gearshift Watch the gear indicator, when a for- Rapid change of direction wards gear has been engaged, release To rock out the vehicle, always start in This procedure may be necessary to rock the clutch pedal and depress the accel- reverse gear.
  • Page 236: Automatic Gearshift

    Controls in detail Gearshift ® Telligent automatic gearshift Gear indicator ® The Telligent automatic gearshift (EPS III This gear indicator shows the following in- SA) is an electronic-pneumatic gear selec- formation in the multi-function display: tion device with automated clutch actua- the engaged gear and the selected tion.
  • Page 237: Automatic Gearshift Unit

    Controls in detail Gearshift Modes of operation ® Telligent automatic gearshift unit Gear lever ® The Telligent automatic gearshift can be The gearshift unit is located on a separate Function button used in two modes of operation. folding armrest on the driver's seat. Shift up Automatic mode "A"...
  • Page 238 Controls in detail Gearshift Selecting operating mode The automatic and manual operating modes can be selected using the operating The driver information system shows mode selector switch on the gearshift unit. Risk of accident the current mode of operation in the multi-function display following the When the vehicle is being driven off-road or function check of the instruments.
  • Page 239 Controls in detail Gearshift Selecting manual mode Selecting automatic mode If you change from manual to automat- ic mode when the vehicle is stationary and with 4th gear selected ® the Telligent automatic gearshift se- lects 2nd gear with fast splitter group. Press manual mode M on the operating Press automatic mode A on the operat- mode selector switch.
  • Page 240: Engaging Forward Gears

    Controls in detail Gearshift Changing gear when the vehicle is in Selecting a gear Engaging forward gears motion In automatic mode you only need the gear- Move gear lever forwards until a resist- shift unit ance can be felt to change up or to pull away backwards to change down.
  • Page 241: Selecting Neutral

    Controls in detail Gearshift Selecting ½ gears As soon as neutral is engaged, Selecting neutral shown on the left in the gear indicator. Neutral position can be selected from any gear when the gear lever and the half-gear rocker are in the basic posi- tion.
  • Page 242: Selecting Reverse Gear

    Controls in detail Gearshift Stop the vehicle. Selecting reverse gear Shift the transmission into neutral. Reverse gear can only be selected when Press function button 1 and move gear lever backwards 2 until a resist- the engine is running ance can be felt. the vehicle is stationary Vehicles with reversing horn: neutral...
  • Page 243: Rapid Change Of Direction

    Controls in detail Gearshift As soon as you notice the vehicle driv- Rapid change of direction ing forwards, press function button 1 To rock out the vehicle, always start in This procedure may be necessary to rock and move the gear lever backwards 3 reverse gear.
  • Page 244: Automatic Mode

    Controls in detail Gearshift Release the parking brake and slowly Automatic mode depress the accelerator. If a gear is selected when the auxiliary Pulling away Œ The vehicle starts to move. consumer reservoir pressure too low, a system fault occurs. The en- Immediately after pulling away, test the gine must be stopped and restarted.
  • Page 245 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit The influencing factors which aid the gear you have currently engaged, press ® a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has Telligent automatic gearshift in determin- the function button and move the gear the necessary specialist knowledge and...
  • Page 246 Controls in detail Gearshift Using the accelerator pedal you can active- Kickdown Decelerating ly influence the point of gear change and The kickdown function provides maximum Take your foot away from the accelera- the target gear. acceleration for the vehicle. tor pedal.
  • Page 247 Controls in detail Gearshift Shifting down manually Environmental note Move gear lever backwards until a re- A warning signal heard when changing sistance can be felt. down indicates that the target gear is Do not allow the engine to run unnecessarily too low.
  • Page 248: Manual Mode

    Controls in detail Gearshift The options for changing gear with the Manual mode vehicle in motion are If the vehicle is left to stand for 60 sec- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you se- ® using Telligent automatic gear- onds with a gear engaged, a warning lect manual mode if you intend driving the shift by moving the gear lever signal sounds.
  • Page 249 Controls in detail Gearshift Press function button 1. Pulling away Push the gear lever forwards 2. If the gear you select with the ® Telligent automatic gearshift is un- The selected gear flashes briefly on suitable, change the pull away gear. the right in the gear indicator.
  • Page 250 Controls in detail Gearshift ® Changing gear Upshifting with Telligent driver's Move the gear lever forwards until a re- sistance can be felt 1. choice The selected gear flashes briefly on Risk of accident the right in the gear indicator. The ®...
  • Page 251 Controls in detail Gearshift ® ® Downshifting with Telligent driver's The Telligent automatic gearshift Upshifting by one gear choice shifts into a lower optimum gear. It will shift down by at least a half-gear. The selected gear flashes briefly on the right in the gear indicator.
  • Page 252 Controls in detail Gearshift Move the gear lever forwards until a re- Downshifting by one gear Move the gear lever backwards until a sistance can be felt 2. resistance can be felt 2. The selected gear flashes briefly on The selected gear flashes briefly on the right in the gear indicator.
  • Page 253 Controls in detail Gearshift Upshifting by one ½ gear Downshifting by one ½ gear A warning signal heard when changing down indicates that the target gear is too low. To avoid overrevving the en- ® gine, the Telligent automatic gearshift will only shift down into a "safe"...
  • Page 254 Controls in detail Gearshift Stopping Brake the vehicle. If necessary, change down a gear. If the vehicle stands still for longer than Risk of accident 60 seconds, a warning signal will sound ® The Telligent automatic gearshift will will flash on the right in the gear disengage the gear just before idling The vehicle could roll away with the engine indicator.
  • Page 255: Parking The Vehicle

    Controls in detail Gearshift Parking the vehicle Risk of accident If you do not use the parking brake to hold the vehicle, there is a risk of it rolling away. ® The Telligent automatic gearshift always selects neutral when the engine has been switched off.
  • Page 256: Driving

    Speed limits. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you Observe the separate Operating Instruc- visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre tions in the vehicle document wallet. as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- Risk of injury quired.
  • Page 257: Transfer Case

    Controls in detail Driving ® On vehicles with Telligent automatic Selector positions of transfer case Transfer case gearshift: On-road selector position Press operating mode selector switch You can only engage the transfer case Turn transfer case switch to when the vehicle is stationary and in position 1.
  • Page 258: Differential Locks

    Controls in detail Driving Differential locks The transfer case off-road position is The individual differential locks can If necessary, engage differential locks on intended primarily for driving off-road only be operated in sequence. slippery roads or for off-road use for exam- or up steep slopes.
  • Page 259 Controls in detail Driving Turn differential lock switch to position 2. If the driving wheels slip, do not engage The rear axle lateral lock is also en- the differential locks. There is a danger gaged. of the differential locks becoming dam- aged.
  • Page 260: Power Take-Offs

    Controls in detail Driving Turn differential lock switch from 1 to Disengaging differential locks Power take-offs position 0. The engine must run at a specified speed The inter-axle lock/through-drive is to drive auxiliary equipment (e.g. pumps). disengaged. The engine speed can be controlled with The differential lock indicator in the multi- the accelerator pedal function display will be deactivated.
  • Page 261 Controls in detail Driving If the J power take-off symbol flashes Notes for vehicles with programmable special module (PSM) in the multi-function display, the power Vehicles with engine speed governor: take-off cannot be engaged. The electron- If the parking brake is released, the power When the power take-off is activated, it ics system has not automatically recog- take-off cannot be engaged.
  • Page 262 Controls in detail Driving Press the upper section of switch 1. Engaging transmission-dependent power take-off The indicator lamp in the switch and Transmission with electronic gear the J power take-off symbol flash change inhibitor: in the multi-function display. When the power take-off is en- Note on power take-off symbol: gaged, the transmission cannot be operated...
  • Page 263 Controls in detail Driving ® Engaging transmission-dependent Vehicles with Telligent automatic Engaging engine-dependent power power take-off with splitter group gearshift take-off (NMW) The power take-off can be run at 2 differ- With the engine running at idling speed: ent speeds by selecting the low or high preselect fast or slow speed using the splitter group.
  • Page 264 Controls in detail Driving Press the upper section of switch 1 Transmission with electronic gear change with the engine running at a maximum inhibitor: speed of 1,700 rpm. The transmission cannot be operated The indicator lamp in the switch and when the power take-off is engaged.
  • Page 265 Controls in detail Driving Press the upper section of switch 1. Disengaging engine-resident power Switching on constant engine speed take-off function The indicator lamp in the switch lights Press the upper section of switch 1. The constant engine speed function can only be switched on when: The indicator lamp in the switch and the J power take-off symbol in the...
  • Page 266: Continuous Brake

    Controls in detail Driving Continuous brake 1 Green Economical operat- ing range Risk of accident 2 Yellow Engine brake oper- ating range Do not operate the engine brake or retarder 3 Red Overrevving range on a slippery road surface. The wheels could 4 Green diode Econometer lock.
  • Page 267 Controls in detail Driving ® Operating the continuous brake Vehicles with Telligent automatic gear- shift: Pull multi-function lever, continuous If the d brake indicator lamp lights up brake (engine brake/retarder) from position 0 to position 1, 2, 3, 4 in the instrument panel when the continu- or 5.
  • Page 268 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you 1 Optimum engine braking efficiency visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and...
  • Page 269 If the retarder indicator lamp b page 416). DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit lights up with the lever in position 0, a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has do not operate the retarder. Have the the necessary specialist knowledge and retarder checked.
  • Page 270: Idling Speed

    Controls in detail Driving Adjusting idling speed Idling speed Using the multi-function lever on the steer- After the engine has been started, the ing column it is possible to set the idling idling speed is regulated automatically ac- speed between approximately 550 rpm cording to the coolant temperature.
  • Page 271 Controls in detail Driving Increase idling speed by approximately Decrease idling speed by approximately Deactivate increased idling speed 20 rpm 20 rpm Move the multi-function lever to position 3 5. Move the multi-function lever to Move the multi-function lever to position 1 É.
  • Page 272: Driving Systems

    Controls in detail Driving systems Driving systems Switching from limiter to cruise control Switching between various driving and back systems Switching between driving systems is immediate. The multi-function display You can switch between the following driv- is deactivated for approximately three ing systems: You can switch between the limiter and seconds.
  • Page 273 Controls in detail Driving systems ® Press button 1 briefly. Switching from Telligent distance control to limiter and back The limiter is activated. The multi-func- tion display shows c. Press button 1 briefly. ® The Telligent distance control is acti- vated.
  • Page 274: Limiter

    Controls in detail Driving systems ® Press rotary switch 1 briefly. Switching from Telligent distance To maintain the set maximum speed on control to cruise control and back downhill stretches, the limiter will operate Cruise control is activated. The multi- the continuous brake automatically at the ®...
  • Page 275 Controls in detail Driving systems Increasing speed in increments of 0.5 km/h Move multi-function lever to position 1 É. Moving the multi-function lever, acti- vates and stores the current speed. Moving the lever again will have the ef- fect of increasing the speed in incre- ments of 0.5 km/h.
  • Page 276 Controls in detail Driving systems Increasing speed in increments of Reverting to set speed limit 5 km/h If the speed is changed, the multi-func- tion display will show the current set speed limit. After about five seconds, the display will go out. Precondition: The limiter was previously Hold the multi-function lever in deactivated.
  • Page 277 Controls in detail Driving systems Decreasing the speed in steps of 0.5 km/h If the lever is moved again, the speed If the speed is changed, the multi-func- will be reduced by 0.5 km/h. tion display will show the current set speed limit.
  • Page 278 Controls in detail Driving systems Decreasing the speed in steps Hold the multi-function lever in position 2 Ê. of 5 km/h If the speed is changed, the multi-func- Holding the multi-function lever de- tion display will show the current set creases the speed in steps of 5 km/h.
  • Page 279 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching off limiter Exceeding stored speed limit If it is necessary to exceed the stored Even after the engine has been speed limit to overtake, for example: switched off, the stored speed limit is still available. Depress the accelerator briefly past the maximum speed point to the stop.
  • Page 280: Cruise Control

    Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control (combined Risk of accident acceleration/braking control) On uphill or downhill stretches, there is ® a possibility that the cruise control sys- Vehicles without Telligent distance con- Do not operate the retarder on slippery road tem may not be able to maintain the set trol (ART): surfaces.
  • Page 281 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating cruise control/Increasing Increasing the speed in increments of speed 0.5 km/h Accelerate the vehicle using the accel- Move the multi-function lever to position 1 É. erator to above 10 mph (15 km/h). On vehicles with all-wheel drive: Accel- Moving the multi-function lever, stores erate the vehicle using the accelerator the current speed.
  • Page 282 Controls in detail Driving systems If the lever is moved again, the speed will be reduced by 0.5 km/h. When the speed is changed, the multi- function display will show the current set speed limit. After about five sec- onds, the display will go out. Decreasing speed in steps of 0.5 km/h 1 Selected driving system Vehicles without ART...
  • Page 283 Controls in detail Driving systems Automatic cruise control deactivation Cruise control is deactivated automatical- When the speed is changed, the multi- When the speed is changed, the multi- function display will show the current function display will show the current set speed limit.
  • Page 284 Controls in detail Driving systems if you switch over to limiter. A short Reverting to stored speed Move the multi-function lever to position 1 Ê. warning signal will sound. The speed setting remains in the mem- The vehicle continues at the stored ory.
  • Page 285: Telligent ® (Art)

    Controls in detail Driving systems ® If the anti-lock braking system or the Telligent distance control works like a ® Telligent distance control (ART) acceleration skid control (ASR) is deac- conventional cruise control system when ® The Telligent distance control (ART) is a tivated or defective: there is no vehicle driving in front.
  • Page 286 Controls in detail Driving systems ® Telligent distance control cannot be acti- vated: when the vehicle is stationary during the electronics system self-diag- nosis after the engine has been started at a speed below 10 mph (approxi- mately 15 km/h) if the clutch is depressed 1 Unsuccessful attempt at activation if the service brake is applied...
  • Page 287 Controls in detail Driving systems Turn ART rotary switch 3 to position Changing the specified distance to the 1 or 2 and select desired distance vehicle in front specification. Using the ART rotary switch 3, you can change the specified distance to a vehicle Release ART rotary switch.
  • Page 288 Controls in detail Driving systems Increasing the set speed Increasing speed in increments of 0.5 km/h When the set speed is changed, the Move the multi-function lever to multi-function display will show the position 1 É. current set speed. After about five sec- onds, the display will go out.
  • Page 289 Controls in detail Driving systems ® Reducing the set speed Deactivating Telligent distance control When the set speed is changed, the multi-function display will show the current set speed. After about five sec- onds, the display will go out. Decreasing the speed in steps of 0.5 km/h Move the multi-function lever to position 2 Ê.
  • Page 290: Distance Control

    Controls in detail Driving systems ® ® Switching from Telligent distance Automatic deactivation of Telligent if the clutch is kept depressed for long- control to cruise control distance control er than five seconds, e.g. during gear changing ® Telligent distance control is deactivated automatically If you depress the clutch for less than ®...
  • Page 291 Controls in detail Driving systems The multi-function display shows ® Telligent distance control function only ® After Telligent distance control has works in interaction with vehicles travelling Current distance from vehicle in been switched off automatically, the ahead. It does not respond to stationary ob- front cruise control function can still be acti- stacles on the road (e.g.
  • Page 292 Controls in detail Driving systems ® Telligent distance control distance sensor Risk of accident ® Telligent distance control cannot de- Unfavourable weather conditions (e.g. tect oncoming traffic. If a stationary obstacle is encountered, the snow, slush) or heavy soiling of the sensor ®...
  • Page 293 Controls in detail Driving systems ® Telligent distance control distance Distance warning If a distance warning is activated when the The multi-function display shows the l warning vehicle is in motion: distance warning. The warning buzzer This function is also active even when Pay particular attention to the traffic sounds twice in addition.
  • Page 294 Controls in detail Driving systems Special driving situations with Problems may occur in detecting oncom- ® Telligent distance control ing traffic: Risk of accident on slip roads, whether joining or leav- Cornering, entering and exiting corners When cornering, or entering and exiting cor- ing the main road ners, the system may have difficulty in de- if there are moving vehicles on the...
  • Page 295: Level Control

    Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving style, lane change Cutting in ® Telligent level control Pneumatic suspension The chassis can be lowered or raised using the control panel to pickup or offload de- mountable rack systems, containers or semitrailers. To use the control panel out- side the cab, remove the control panel from its bracket.
  • Page 296 Controls in detail Driving systems Risk of injury ® If Telligent level control is active, this If the reservoir pressure in the com- will be shown automatically in the pressed-air system is insufficient, leave If you do not replace the control panel in the multi-function display, e.g.
  • Page 297 Controls in detail Driving systems Storing the chassis height Saving chassis height: 1 Operation indicator The chassis height can be stored and re- Apply the parking brake. Front chassis, called using buttons "M1" 5 and "M2" 6. raise/lower Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. 2 Operation indicator Press preselect button 3 or 4.
  • Page 298 Controls in detail Driving systems Using buttons 8 or 9 on the control Loading and unloading the vehicle Turn key in ignition lock to position 0. panel, the desired height of the chassis Release STOP button a. When you load and unload the vehicle and can be set.
  • Page 299 Controls in detail Driving systems Raising or lowering the chassis If there is a stored chassis height: Press button M1 5 or M2 6. The Risk of accident Apply the parking brake. chassis frame will be raised or lowered Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. automatically to the stored height.
  • Page 300 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicles for high-volume goods trans- Raising the chassis port – raised driving position Risk of accident Press upper section of switch 1. To improve ride comfort, the chassis can The multi-function display shows raised If the chassis is in the raised position and be raised while the vehicle is being driven.
  • Page 301: Starting-Off Aid, Three-Axle Vehicles

    Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicles with pneumatic suspension Starting-off aid, three-axle vehicles and vehicles with steered leading axle The starting-off aid with speed limit- If the driving wheels slip on snowy or icy er is switched off automatically road surfaces, activate the starting-off aid. Activating the starting-off aid on 6x2 when the speed exceeds approxi- vehicles...
  • Page 302: Hendrickson Leading Axle

    Controls in detail Driving systems Activating the starting-off aid for 6x2/4 Turn key in ignition lock to position 2, Hendrickson leading axle vehicles Press upper section of leading axle switch 1. Press upper section of starting-off aid Raise leading axle before pulling away. switch 1.
  • Page 303: Trailing Axle

    Controls in detail Driving systems Lowering the leading axle Vehicles with pneumatic suspension Trailing axle Raise the trailing axle of an unladen or Raising the trailing axle only partially laden vehicle before start- ing. If reservoir pressure in the com- pressed-air system is too low, run the engine.
  • Page 304 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicles with Nummek trailing axle Raising Nummek trailing axle Press upper section of Nummek trail- ing axle switch 1. The multi-function display shows trail- ing axle/starting-off aid 2. 2 Trailing axle/starting-off aid display 1 Nummek trailing axle switch To lower the trailing axle Press upper section of trailing axle switch 1.
  • Page 305: Telligent ® Trailing Axle

    Controls in detail Driving systems Lowering the Nummek trailing axle ® Telligent trailing axle Risk of accident ® The Telligent trailing axle is a speed-de- pendent, hydraulically steered trailing axle. When you drive up to kerb stones or drive It reduces the turning circle of the vehicle through tight passages, there is a danger of and has a positive effect on tyre wear in the tyres or obstacles on the edge of the...
  • Page 306 DaimlerChrysler recommends that Press upper section of trailing axle you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre steering lock switch 1. as it has the necessary specialist knowl- The electronics system releases the edge and tools for the work required. For steering lock of the trailing axle.
  • Page 307: Good Visibility

    Controls in detail Good visibility Good visibility Adjusting the exterior mirrors With the vehicle stationary and the parking Exterior mirrors brake applied The vehicle is equipped with the following Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. exterior mirror types: Select the exterior mirror by pressing electrical, heated exterior mirror on button 1 or 2.
  • Page 308 Controls in detail Good visibility Mirror heating Switching on mirror heating Press button 2. With the mirror heating function you can keep the exterior mirrors free of mist and Indicator lamp 1 lights up. ice in damp and cold weather conditions. The switch and indicator lamp are located Switching off mirror heating in the switch unit of the driver's door.
  • Page 309: Windscreen Wipers

    Controls in detail Good visibility Setting the wipe action interval Windscreen wipers Turn rotary switch to position 5 and If the rotary switch is left in the Ä Further information about the use of wind- wait for 1st wiping action. position for more than 20 seconds, the screen wipers can be found in the "Getting electronics system will set the interval...
  • Page 310: Windscreen Cleaning Platform

    Controls in detail Good visibility Construction-site vehicles Windscreen cleaning platform Construction-site vehicles have folding Vehicles with plastic bumper: The steps steps to increase the ground clearance. and the platform for cleaning the wind- screen are in the bumper. Fold the step down to clean the wind- screen.
  • Page 311 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding the step down Folding the step up Remove safety clip and withdraw Remove safety clip and withdraw If you drive the vehicle with the step pin 1. pin 1. down, the step could become dam- aged.
  • Page 312: Climate Control

    Controls in detail Climate control Climate control...
  • Page 313: Heating/Heater Air Conditioning

    Controls in detail Climate control The vehicle can be equipped with the fol- Heating/heater air conditioning Function lowing air-conditioning systems: The heating and heater air conditioning are Demister vents operational when the engine is running. Page Swivelling side vents When the engine is warm, the air tempera- Heating, heater air conditioning Side vent airflow thumbwheel ture can be regulated infinitely.
  • Page 314 Controls in detail Climate control Control panel for heating/heater-air Air conditioning Airflow conditioning Switching on the air conditioning system Air distribution, air recirculation affects the airflow as follows Temperature the air temperature is reduced Air-recirculation mode indicator the air is dehumidified lamp the air is additionally filtered Switches the air conditioning on/...
  • Page 315 Controls in detail Climate control To switch off Warmer Press air conditioning switch 1 p Turn the rotary switch 2 to the right. to switch the air conditioning system Warmer air will flow out of the heater off. vents. The indicator lamp in the switch goes out.
  • Page 316 Controls in detail Climate control If the cab is too hot before commencing a Open the side window. Once the hot air has been expelled from journey: the cab: Press air conditioning switch 5 p to switch the air conditioning system Close the side window.
  • Page 317 Controls in detail Climate control Regulating airflow Higher Turn the rotary switch 1 to the right. To regulate the airflow, turn rotary When the rotary switch for airflow is at switch 1 to the relevant position. position 0, a small amount of air will The flow of air from the heater vents still flow out of the vents when the ve- will increase.
  • Page 318 Controls in detail Climate control Regulating air distribution The following settings are available: Air-recirculation mode Rotary switch 1, may be used to adjust If unpleasant odours are encountered or a Air to front and side windows the air distribution to different areas of the high level of contaminated air, e.g.
  • Page 319 Controls in detail Climate control To switch on To switch off Press rotary switch 1. The indicator lamp for air-recirculation mode in the control panel 2 will go out. Demisting Risk of accident 3 Thumbwheel 4 Side vents Icy windows impair your vision. You could be Press rotary switch 1.
  • Page 320: Automatic Air Conditioning

    Controls in detail Climate control Turn rotary switches 1, 2 and 3 in Automatic air conditioning the control panel to position P. Automatic air conditioning is ready for op- A large quantity of fully heated air will eration when the engine is running. It reg- flow onto the windscreen and the side ulates the airflow and air distribution and windows.
  • Page 321 Controls in detail Climate control If there are high levels of air contamina- Automatic air-conditioning control Airflow in automatic mode tion, e.g. in traffic congestion or in tunnels, panel Air distribution in automatic automatic air conditioning switches to air- mode recirculation mode.
  • Page 322 3 or Vehicles with auxiliary heating: air distribution 4 is at U. The automatic air conditioning activates Mercedes-Benz recommends a tem- the auxiliary heating if perature between 20 – 23 °C for opti- the coolant temperature is too low mum comfort.
  • Page 323 Controls in detail Climate control the rotary switch for temperature is not AC OFF switch To switch air conditioning off fully on cold If use of the air conditioning system is not in order to heat up the cab. desired or not necessary, you can switch it off completely.
  • Page 324 Controls in detail Climate control Regulating the temperature Warmer Colder Turn rotary switch for temperature 5 Turn rotary switch for temperature 5 To regulate the temperature in automatic and manual mode, turn the rotary switch to the right. to the left. for temperature 5 to the relevant posi- The automatic air conditioning regu- The automatic air conditioning regu-...
  • Page 325 Controls in detail Climate control Once the hot air has been expelled from Airflow Higher the cab: Turn the rotary switch 3 to the right. Close the side window. The flow of air from the vents will in- The airflow is regulated automatically Press the rotary switch for air distribu- crease.
  • Page 326 Controls in detail Climate control Adjusting air distribution The following settings are available: Air-recirculation mode Air to front and side windows Risk of accident Air distribution is regulated automati- Ô Air to windscreen and side win- cally in automatic mode. dows and to centre vents At ambient temperatures below 5 °C, only switch the air-recirculation mode on briefly.
  • Page 327 Controls in detail Climate control The automatic mode is always active and Press rotary switch for air distribution detects carbon monoxide and nitrogen ox- ide concentrations in the outside air. When The 2 indicator lamp for air-recircula- contaminated air is detected, automatic air tion mode lights up in the control pan- conditioning will activate the air-recircula- tion mode.
  • Page 328: Auxiliary Air Conditioning

    Controls in detail Climate control Turn the rotary switch for airflow 3 to Auxiliary air conditioning level 4. Vehicles with automatic air conditioning: Turn rotary switch for air distribution Auxiliary air conditioning can be used to 4 to P. cool the cab interior prior to a journey or it Turn rotary switch for temperature 5 can maintain a comfortable temperature in fully to the right.
  • Page 329 Controls in detail Climate control DaimlerChrysler recommends that the re- frigerant accumulator should be kept The refrigerant accumulator can only charged during hot weather or for journeys be charged when the engine is running. in subtropical and tropical climates. To prevent freezing of the refrigerant accumulator, the electronics system Charging the refrigerant accumulator switches the auxiliary air conditioning...
  • Page 330 Controls in detail Climate control Auxiliary air conditioning switch Auxiliary air conditioning off The control panel for the auxiliary air con- If the curtains are closed, heat will not Night use, cooling duration ditioning system is in the head area of the be able to penetrate into the cab and approximately eight hours lower berth.
  • Page 331: Fresh Air Filter

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- The filter element should be replaced an- it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it nually at a specialist workshop or a has the necessary specialist knowledge Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 332: Auxiliary Heating

    Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. goods: Comply with relevant safety regula- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- tions. it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge You can heat up the cab and tools for the work required. before commencing the journey...
  • Page 333 Controls in detail Climate control The auxiliary heating has the following To switch on continuous heating modes of operation: Page Continuous heating Timed heating Preselected heating 1 Auxiliary heating 2 Auxiliary heating indicator lamp Continuous heating, hot air heater Press upper section of auxiliary heating With the vehicle stationary and the parking switch 1 ö.
  • Page 334 Controls in detail Climate control To set run-on time Press the lower section of auxiliary heating switch 1 è. Continuous heating operation is possi- The multi-function display shows Auxi- ble at any time when the vehicle is in liary heating motion.
  • Page 335 Controls in detail Climate control Press the è or ÿ button on the Press the lower section of auxiliary heating switch 1 è. multi-function steering wheel. The driver information system accepts The multi-function display shows Auxi- the selected settings and continues liary heat onto the next menu.
  • Page 336 Controls in detail Climate control Press the j or k button on the multi-function steering wheel until the To accelerate the setting procedure, multi-function display shows Set hea- press and hold down the button on the ting time multi-function steering wheel. Press the æ...
  • Page 337 Controls in detail Climate control Timed heating To switch on heating timer The heating timer allows operation of the auxiliary heating when the key is not in the steering lock. The auxiliary heating will op- erate for the period specifies. The procedure for setting the tempera- ture and the heating duration is the same as for continuous heating.
  • Page 338 Controls in detail Climate control Press the è or ÿ button on the To change remaining time The auxiliary heating is in timer or prese- lect heating mode: multi-function steering wheel. Setting range: 0:05 h to 2:00 h Press the lower section of auxiliary The driver information system accepts heating switch 1 è.
  • Page 339 Controls in detail Climate control Preselected heating This allows the cab to be warmed up be- fore the journey starts. Two memory slots In preselect mode, the heating time are available for preselected heating oper- Risk of fire and poisoning previously set determines the switch- ation ( page 335).
  • Page 340 Controls in detail Climate control Activating/programming preselect heating mode Programming is not possible when the auxiliary heating is in operation. Programming is still possible when the key has been removed from the steer- ing lock. A programmed pre-setting will activate Press the æ...
  • Page 341 Controls in detail Climate control Press the æ or ç button on the Press the j button on the multi- Press the j button on the multi- multi-function steering wheel until the function steering wheel to accept the function steering wheel to accept the multi-function display shows the day setting and to progress to setting the setting and to progress to setting the...
  • Page 342 Controls in detail Climate control Deactivating preselect function Switching off auxiliary heating Press the upper section of auxiliary heating switch 1. Call up the auxiliary heating menu page 335). The indicator lamp in the switch goes out. The multi-function display shows Press the j or k button on the Auxiliary heating has been switched multi-function steering wheel until the...
  • Page 343: Open-Air

    Controls in detail Open-air Open-air Opening and closing the side Risk of injury windows The side windows open and close electri- Always keep an eye on the closing operation cally. Switches for the driver's and co-driv- of the side windows to see that no-one be- er's door are located in the driver's doors.
  • Page 344 Controls in detail Open-air Opening left-hand/right-hand side win- Closing left-hand/right-hand window Vehicles with central locking: Pressing the switch briefly will interrupt Press switch 2 or 4 for approximate- the motion of the window. Press and hold switch 1 or 3 until ly one second.
  • Page 345: Opening And Closing The Sliding

    Controls in detail Open-air To close Opening and closing the sliding/ Risk of injury Press and hold switch 2 until the roof tilting sunroof is closed to the required position. The sliding/tilting sunroof opens and clos- When closing the sliding/tilting sunroof, en- es electrically.
  • Page 346 Controls in detail Open-air Disabling the sliding/tilting sunroof closure lock Pressing the switch briefly will interrupt Press switch 1. the motion of the sunroof. The indicator lamp in the switch goes Protection against entrapment stops out. The lock is deactivated. the closing procedure of the sunroof if an obstacle prevents complete closure.
  • Page 347: Opening And Closing The Tilting Roof

    Controls in detail Open-air Insect screen and tinting To open Opening and closing the tilting roof The insect screen is located in the front of Pull the tinting or insect screen to the The tilting roof opens and closes electrical- the sliding/tilting sunroof in the opening.
  • Page 348: Opening And Closing The Roof Hatch

    Controls in detail Open-air To open To open Opening and closing the roof hatch Press and hold switch 1 until the tilt- Grab hold of both handles 1. The roof hatch can be opened to three dif- ing roof is opened to the required ferent positions: Apply pressure to the roof hatch and height.
  • Page 349: Features

    Controls in detail Features Features To remove insert Ashtray Cigarette lighter Lift up insert on one side and remove from retainer. To fit insert Place insert in retainer. To close the ashtray Hold cover plate by grip and close. 1 Cover plate 1 Cigarette lighter 2 Insert The socket for the cigarette lighter can...
  • Page 350: Cab Stowage Compartments

    Controls in detail Features Turn key in ignition lock to position 2. Cab stowage compartments Risk of injury, fire and accident (interior) Push cigarette lighter button until it en- gages. You could burn yourself on a hot ciga- Risk of injury When the spiral is glowing, the button rette lighter.
  • Page 351 Controls in detail Features Cab stowage compartments in the vehicle Stowage compartment above wind- To open stowage compartment interior are located: screen Press together both release buttons on above the windscreen L cab/MEGASPACE cab: the catch in the direction of the arrows. above the driver's and co-driver's Lift stowage compartment cover up- doors...
  • Page 352 Controls in detail Features Engine tunnel compartment To fold out table Cool box for mounting on engine tunnel Pull table 1 upwards and fold out. To fold table away Fold up table 1 and push it in down- wards. To open drawer Pull handle 2 or 3 upwards and pull out drawer.
  • Page 353: Cab Stowage Compartments

    Controls in detail Features To close cool box Cab stowage compartments (exterior) Fold away cool box lid. Pull sliding compartment handle up- L cab wards and push in to the stop. The stowage compartments are on the sides of the cab, above the wheel arches. Please comply with the manufacturer's Both stowage compartments can be ac- operating, care and maintenance in-...
  • Page 354 Controls in detail Features Pull release lever 1 once more and re- Lower exterior stowage compartments lease. The two stowage compartments are at the The exterior flap is released. sides of the cab, above the wheel arches. Open exterior flap by swinging it to- The two lower stowage compartments can wards the entrance until the flap en- be accessed only via the exterior flap.
  • Page 355: Telephone

    Pull release lever 1 once more and re- holder compatible with your mobile tele- lease. phone. For further information contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The exterior flap is released. Swing exterior flap 2 upwards. A detailed description of how to assemble the phone holder and the mobile telephone Press the hinge joint up.
  • Page 356 Controls in detail Features You can operate your telephone using the Empty telephone bracket ì and í buttons on the multi-func- When you remove the key from the tion steering wheel once it is fitted in the steering lock, the telephone will remain phone holder.
  • Page 357 Controls in detail Features Making/receiving calls with the hands- When the telephone is switched off, the free device multi-function display will show Tele- phone off When the telephone is switched on but Risk of accident the PIN has not yet been entered, the Operating mobile telephones that have an multi-function display will show Enter...
  • Page 358 Controls in detail Features Press the í button on the multi- To dial a new number To finish a call function steering wheel to take the call. Press the ì button to finish the call. Enter the telephone number on the telephone keypad.
  • Page 359 Controls in detail Features To select a number from the telephone When the Please wait event message The driver information system selects book goes out, the transfer of data is com- the relevant number. plete. The mobile telephone must be ready for When a connection is made, the name and Press button j or k on the mul- operation.
  • Page 360 Controls in detail Features Press the j or k button on the Telephone book quick find function Last number redial multi-function steering wheel until the Press the ì button on the multi- The driver information system stores the multi-function display shows the entry function steering wheel.
  • Page 361: Sockets

    Controls in detail Features 24 V/10 A socket in ashtray 24 V/10 A socket in dashboard Sockets The housing for the cigarette lighter in the The socket is located in the stowage com- The vehicle can be equipped with up to ashtray is also a socket.
  • Page 362 Controls in detail Features 12 V/15 A socket in dashboard To switch on the 12 V socket To switch off the 12 V socket The socket is located in the dashboard on Press the upper section of the 12 V Press the lower section of the 12 V the co-driver's side.
  • Page 363 12 V audio equipment 12 V source is not permitted. Further information is available from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The voltage transformer is intended for the operation of this equipment only. The connection of further equipment to the 12 V source is not permitted.
  • Page 364: Operating Audio Equipment

    364) manufacturer. tons in the multi-function steering using the buttons of the multi-function wheel or the audio equipment switches steering wheel. in the berth switch unit. For further in- formation contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 365 Controls in detail Features To adjust the volume With the audio equipment switch in the berth switch unit You can adjust the volume of the audio You can still adjust the volume of the equipment with the buttons on the multi- audio equipment even if the audio function steering wheel and the audio menu is not shown in the multi-function...
  • Page 366 Controls in detail Features Press the j or k button on the To select a radio station multi-function steering wheel. When you have selected the audio menu, use the arrow buttons to If the radio station search function is active, the audio equipment will search activate the station search function for the next or previous station in the change between stored radio stations...
  • Page 367 Controls in detail Features Press the æ or ç button on the Press the è or ÿ button on the To set the function of the arrow buttons in radio mode multi-function steering wheel until the multi-function steering wheel to accept highlight is on Configuration the setting and to move on to the next...
  • Page 368 Controls in detail Features Press the j button on the multi- To operate the CD player function steering wheel. Audio equipment: Truckline CD70 The CD player selects the next track. Switch on the audio equipment and se- Press the k button on the multi- lect the CD player.
  • Page 369 Controls in detail Features To operate the cassette player Switch on the audio equipment and se- lect the cassette player. Observe the Audio equipment: Truckline CC30 or CC70 operating instructions issued by the Once you have selected the audio menu, manufacturer.
  • Page 370 Controls in detail Features Press the j or k button on the Press button è or ÿ on the To set the function of the arrow buttons multi-function steering wheel. in cassette mode multi-function steering wheel until the multi-function display shows Settings If the rewind/wind function is active, the cassette player will rewind 8 or...
  • Page 371 Controls in detail Features Press the æ button on the multi- Press the è or ÿ button on the function steering wheel. The highlight multi-function steering wheel to accept is on Track search the setting and to move on to the next menu.
  • Page 372: Operation

    Operation Driving tips Refuelling Trailer/semitrailer Wind deflector Tippers Tyres and wheels Winter operation Care Maintenance...
  • Page 373: Driving Tips

    Operation Driving tips Driving tips The "Operation" section contains detailed ® Vehicles with Telligent automatic gear- information about operating, maintaining Risk of accident ® shift: The Telligent automatic gearshift and caring for your vehicle. switches off automatically at idling speed Distribute the load on the vehicle uniformly.
  • Page 374: Fuel Consumption

    Operation Driving tips Vehicle design Operating conditions Environmental note Tyre size, tyre tread, tyre pressures, trailer towing and tipper operation tyre condition mountainous terrain Regular vehicle maintenance is one of the Body, wind deflector preconditions for moderate fuel consump- dense urban traffic and frequent short tion.
  • Page 375: Engine Oil Consumption

    Operation Driving tips After a distance of 1,250 miles (2,000 km), Engine oil consumption The first 1,250 miles (2,000 km) you can gradually bring the vehicle up to When the engine is run in, oil consumption full road and engine speed. Running the vehicle in may reach 0.5% of the fuel consumption recorded in actual operating circumstanc-...
  • Page 376: Brakes

    Operation Driving tips After dark, the vehicle must have its park- Brakes ing lamps on if it is standing on the public ® After driving on a wet surface, particu- The vehicle is equipped with a Telligent highway. In urban areas, it is also possible larly if road salt has been spread, apply brake system.
  • Page 377: Refuelling

    Operation Refuelling Refuelling You will find information about fuel in the Clean affected areas of skin with soap "Technical data" section ( page 562). Risk of injury/explosion and water. If fuel comes into contact with the eyes, Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames wash them thoroughly with clean water Check the fuel prefilter with heated wa- and smoking are therefore prohibited when...
  • Page 378: Trailer/Semitrailer

    Operation Trailer/semitrailer Trailer/semitrailer Trailer/semitrailer coupling Coupling up Driving could cause the centre of the The trailer tow hitch or semitrailer coupling Towing semitrailers mudguard to come into contact with is one of the vehicle components with par- the tyres. In order to prevent damage ticular importance for road safety.
  • Page 379 Operation Trailer/semitrailer Truck/trailer combination Check that the coupling tracer of the trailer coupling is secured correctly in Risk of accident and injury Before coupling to a trailer, apply the the appropriate locating pin or safety parking brake and release the service knob.
  • Page 380 Operation Trailer/semitrailer Vehicles with rear-mounted loading crane: Risk of accident and injury Centre-axle trailers are not to be towed. There is a risk that the trailer may break Connecting cables, compressed-air and away. Clean the trailer coupling regularly as hydraulic lines stated in the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 381 Operation Trailer/semitrailer On semitrailer tractor vehicles with side- When driving with the semitrailer tractor Semitrailer tractor vehicles may only mounted wind deflectors: vehicle tow semitrailers with a 24 V lighting system. Before connecting or disconnecting the with a semitrailer with ABS or compressed-air lines and cables, swing an electronic brake system: Connecting the cable brake system...
  • Page 382 Operation Trailer/semitrailer Connecting the compressed-air lines Disconnecting the compressed-air lines Connect the brake line coupling head (yellow). Risk of accident and injury Connect the reservoir line coupling head (red). Always keep to this order of work when de- taching the coupling heads, otherwise the trailer brake will be released and the un- The shutoff valves in the coupling braked trailer could be inadvertently set in...
  • Page 383: Trailer/Semitrailer Monitoring

    Operation Trailer/semitrailer In addition, apply the mechanical park- Load monitoring Trailer/semitrailer monitoring ing brake on the trailer/semitrailer. Minimum and maximum values for the load Trailer or semitrailer with telematics com- Observe the operating instructions is- monitoring can be programmed in the plying with ISO 11992 and corresponding sued by the manufacturer.
  • Page 384: Loading Platform Approach Aid

    Operation Trailer/semitrailer The driver information system checks the Loading platform approach aid bulbs on the trailer in connection with the Trailer or semitrailer with telematics com- instrument panel function check. plying with ISO 11992 and corresponding sensor system: An event message appears if the driver information system detects a faulty Risk of accident bulb.
  • Page 385 Operation Trailer/semitrailer The loading platform approach aid is acti- vated when reverse gear is engaged. The warning buzzer will also sound at When reversing, the distance between the distances less than 50 cm. trailer/semitrailer and a fixed obstacle is When the ramp is reached, the loading indicated by the driver information system platform approach aid activates the in the multifunction display as a numerical...
  • Page 386: Wind Deflector

    Operation Wind deflector Wind deflector Adjust the wind deflector according to the Wind deflector on cab size and shape of the vehicle's body or When adjusting the wind deflector, do semitrailer. not exceed the vehicle's maximum per- Risk of accident Take the wind deflector adjustment val- mitted height.
  • Page 387 Operation Wind deflector Adjusting the wind deflector Read off the wind deflector adjustment Select and adjust to the best possible values on the instruction plate on the retaining point on the adjustment rails. inside of the driver's door. Make sure that the right and left-hand Loosen the securing bolts on the ad- adjustment heights are the same.
  • Page 388 Operation Wind deflector Adjustment diagram (example) Adjustment example: Vehicles with long cab and high roof H – Height difference between the cab roof and the upper edge of the body/trailer = 1,250 mm S – Height difference between the back wall of the cab and the body/trailer = 150 mm A –...
  • Page 389: Side Wind Deflector On The Cab

    Operation Wind deflector Side wind deflector on the cab Semitrailer tractor vehicle: The right wind deflector can be swung in- wards to maintain accessibility to the com- pressed-air lines and cables during coupling/uncoupling. Swing the wind deflector inwards by applying pressure to the rear of the side wing via the turning point of the pressurised gas spring.
  • Page 390: Tippers

    Operation Tippers Tippers Tipper operation Ensure that no persons are in the slewing range of the gate Risk of accident and injury in the tipping area or under the raised tipper body When tipping the load, there is a risk that the under the container vehicle could overturn.
  • Page 391 Operation Tippers Loading Tipping Three-way tipper: Load the tipper body so that the centre Insert the pins into the pivots on the of gravity is as central as possible. side at which the load is to be tipped. Load large rocks or pieces of rubble Switch the tipper pump (power take- carefully and do not drop them into the off) on.
  • Page 392 Operation Tippers After tipping Vehicles with pneumatic suspension: Before driving off: Raise the chassis to its normal (travel) position. Lower the tipper body fully. The B chassis in normal position Close the gate. display in the multi-function display Lock the gate. must go out.
  • Page 393 Operation Tippers Demountable tipper With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake applied and the engine running: Vehicles with pneumatic suspension and automatic chassis lowering feature: Engage the power take-off page 255). The J symbol appears in the multi- Risk of accident and injury function display to indicate that the When connecting/removing power take-off is engaged.
  • Page 394 Operation Tippers After picking up/setting down a container/tipper body When picking up or setting down a con- Switch the power take-off off. tainer, the wheels on the front axle must not be allowed to lift clear of the The J power take-off display in the ground.
  • Page 395: Tyres And Wheels

    Operation Tyres and wheels Tyres and wheels Before starting a journey, check the Determining the age of the tyres Checking the tyres tyres on the trailer/semitrailer for: Tyre damage is one of the most frequent Correct tyre pressures Risk of accident causes of the failure of commercial vehi- page 579) cles.
  • Page 396: Changing The Tyre Size

    ® After fitting another tyre size the Telligent brake system, the tachograph and the You can obtain information about how speedometer must be reprogrammed. ® to program the Telligent brake sys- tem from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 397: Tightening Wheel Nuts

    Operation Tyres and wheels Tightening wheel nuts Check wheel nuts regularly for tight- ness. Tighten if necessary. On light-alloy wheels, the wheel nuts are not flush with the wheel bolts when tightened. Replace damaged cover caps and wheel nut covers. 1 Wheel nut cover Wheel nut cover caps (front axle) Observe the wheel nut tightening tor-...
  • Page 398 Operation Tyres and wheels Loosen wheel nut cover caps with the wheel nut wrench (in vehicle tool kit) Risk of accident and remove them. Tighten the wheel nuts of a newly changed Tighten wheel nuts in a diagonal pat- wheel after driving 30 miles (50 km). tern.
  • Page 399: Winter Operation

    Operation Winter operation Winter operation Before the onset of winter, make sure that Winter driving the coolant contains sufficient anti- In snow and slush and on icy roads, fit Adapt your driving style to suit road condi- freeze ( page 561) snow chains to the drive wheels in tions.
  • Page 400: Snow Chains

    Operation Winter operation Snow chains increase traction in wintry Snow chains road conditions. The law specifies that snow chains should be removed as soon as possible Risk of accident once road surfaces are clear of snow. You should only use snow chains that The driving and braking characteristics Driving too fast with snow chains fitted may have been approved by Mercedes-...
  • Page 401 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you ing pushrod. visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and Clearance between snow chain and steering...
  • Page 402: Care

    Care Care Information is available from any Keep the water jet constantly moving while Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if impuri- cleaning. To prevent damage do not point Environmental note ties or damage cannot be removed or re- the water jet directly at paired by care products.
  • Page 403: Caring For The Exterior Of Your Vehicle

    Operation Care Caring for the exterior of your vehicle Dirt Care product Care Notes Tree resin, bird drop- Stain remover Remove the stain using a damp cloth, and pings buff up the area using a dry cloth. Grease stains Cleaning petroleum Carefully remove using a soft cloth and a Do not use petroleum for vehicles.
  • Page 404 Operation Care Dirt Care product Care Notes Corrosion Remove corrosion on the chassis compo- Corrosion results from damage nents and underbody of the cab. Protect the caused by stone impact, chippings exposed areas with primer, paint, PVC un- or salt residue. derseal or wax as appropriate.
  • Page 405 Operation Care Vehicle components Care product Care Notes Aluminium gates Car shampoo Brush down with water. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Compressed-air lines Clean with water. Do not use paint, spray or lubricating products, petroleum ether, benzene, kerosene or mineral oil. Do not point the water jet on the high-pressure cleaner directly at the compressed-air lines.
  • Page 406 Polishing wad Have the vehicle checked regularly for minor paintwork damage at a specialist Touch-up stick For temporary touching up of minor paint- workshop or a Mercedes-Benz Service Spray can work damage. Centre. Polishing paste Polishes very dirty or weathered paint- work and polishes out minor scratches.
  • Page 407 Operation Care Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Engine cleaning Preservative agent Have the engine preserved. Protect the belt drive system from wax. When using high-pressure or steam spray cleaners, do not point the spray directly onto electrical components and electric cables.
  • Page 408 Operation Care Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Window guides, win- Talcum Rub talcum into clean, dry window guides dow and door weath- and door/window seals. erstrips Windscreen wiper Clean the wiper rubber with a cloth and a Replace the wiper rubbers once or twice blade washing solution.
  • Page 409: Caring For The Interior Of Your Vehicle

    Operation Care Caring for the interior of your vehicle Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Floor covering Car shampoo Use antistatic spray to prevent electro- static charges from building up in the Antistatic spray vehicle. Cockpit Cockpit care agent Distribute the care product evenly using a Do not spray the care product on the soft cloth.
  • Page 410 Operation Care Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Cup holder Upholstery cleaning Apply the cleaning product and wipe off Do not use any other product. foam with a damp cloth. Car shampoo as a washing solution Rubber parts Car shampoo as a Do not use any other care agents.
  • Page 411 Operation Care Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Leather upholstery Leather care foam Remove stains immediately. Avoid making the perforated leather ex- cessively damp. Wipe leather upholstery down with a damp cloth and wipe dry. Steering wheel Car shampoo as a Wipe the steering wheel with a soft cloth.
  • Page 412 Operation Care Vehicle Care product Care Notes components Fabric upholstery Car shampoo as a Remove stains immediately. Seat covers or articles of clothing washing solution which are not colourfast may discolour Always brush or vacuum dust away first. the upholstery. Such stains cannot be Fabric upholstery Clean heavy soiling with dry foam.
  • Page 413: Maintenance

    Operation Maintenance Maintenance ® Telligent maintenance system ® The initial service warning can be pro- If the work is carried out at a Mercedes- The Telligent maintenance system calcu- grammed to appear from 0 – 30 days Benz Service Centre, the fact that the lates service due dates for before the work is due.
  • Page 414: Reconditioned Components

    In Germany and some other countries, and have the same warranty as new parts. certain parts are only officially appro- Any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre will be ved for installation and attachment if happy to provide further information. they comply with legal requirements.
  • Page 415: High-Pressure Grease Guns

    Operation Maintenance High-pressure grease guns Regular checks Brake fluid damages paintwork. If Checking the clutch mechanism fluid brake fluid comes into contact with If the grease gun has no safety device, level paintwork, rinse it off with lots of clean it may damage bearing points, seals, water.
  • Page 416 Environmental note DaimlerChrysler recommends that you Brake fluid must not be allowed to get into visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre the sewage system, surface waters or as it has the necessary specialist ground water. knowledge and tools for the work re- Dispose of brake fluid in an environmentally quired.
  • Page 417 Maintenance Checking vehicle assemblies Checking compressed-air lines DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it Thoroughly check the assemblies, e.g. Examine the compressed-air lines reg- has the necessary specialist knowledge engine and transmission, each week or ularly to ensure that they are in perfect and tools for the work required.
  • Page 418 1 and 2 is 10 bar. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Turn the key to position 0 in the igni- a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has 1 Reservoir pressure, brake circuit 1 the necessary specialist knowledge and tion lock.
  • Page 419 Operation Maintenance Checking with the parking brake re- Run the engine until the pressure Checking the seat belts leased or partially applied stored in brake circuits 1 and 2 is Pull the seat belt from the inertia reel 10 bar. towards the rear.
  • Page 420 Frequently examine the vehicle for DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit signs of corrosion damage. Pay partic- Risk of injury a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has ular attention to the necessary specialist knowledge and Replace the following items compressed-air lines tools for the work required.
  • Page 421 Check the distances between the rotor and the terminal plates of the stator. Specific specialist knowledge is necessary for this. You are therefore advised to have these checks carried out at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or specialist workshop. Semitrailer coupling See the corresponding manufacturer's operating/maintenance instructions in the vehicle's documentation wallet.
  • Page 422: Maintenance Flap

    Operation Maintenance Maintenance flap Environmental note Opening When maintenance work is complete, dis- pose of Risk of injury service products empty containers The maintenance flap opens automatically and could injure persons standing its slew- cleaning materials ing range. parts which came into contact with serv- Ensure that nobody is standing in the slew- ice products (e.g.
  • Page 423: Engine Oil Level

    Operation Maintenance Closing Engine oil level Only add the amount of oil required af- Checking the engine oil level Risk of injury ter the event message with system abbreviation/symbol N has been The engine oil level can only be called up in When you close the maintenance flap, per- displayed.
  • Page 424: Topping Up The Windscreen Washer

    Add a commercially-available windscreen washer concentrate for summer or winter Open the maintenance flap to the water. DaimlerChrysler recom- page 417), mends Mercedes-Benz windscreen washer Unscrew the oil filler cap, concentrate S for summer or W for Winter. Top up the oil...
  • Page 425 Operation Maintenance Use windscreen washer concentrate Open the maintenance flap marked with at temperatures above page 417), freezing. Unscrew the cap, Use antifreeze concentrate marked Refill the reservoir, with when driving in icy conditions. Replace the cap on the reservoir and turn it firmly as far as the stop, The windscreen washer concentrate Close the maintenance flap...
  • Page 426: Coolant Level

    50 °C. out. The cooling system and the coolant ex- repaired at a Mercedes-Benz Service pansion tank are pressurised when the en- Centre or specialist workshop. gine is at normal operating temperature.
  • Page 427 Operation Maintenance Checking the coolant level To dump any excess pressure, slowly Set the heating temperature selector turn the coolant expansion tank cap to full heat output. Open the maintenance flap anti-clockwise through a ½ turn. page 417). For heating systems with automatic Undo the coolant expansion tank cap temperature control, turn the key to completely.
  • Page 428: Batteries

    Operation Maintenance Batteries The fluid may spray into your eyes Risk of injury/explosion when mixing water and acids. The batteries are located on the left-hand Risk of explosion side of the chassis tractor frame or, on For this reason, wear eye protec- semitrailers, between the longitudinal Explosive oxy-hydrogen is produced tion.
  • Page 429 When disconnecting the batteries, always Take a faulty battery to a Mercedes-Benz disconnect the negative terminal first and Service Centre or a collection point for used then the positive terminal. There is a risk of batteries.
  • Page 430 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you negative terminal. There is a risk of short cir- visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Disconnecting the batteries cuit if the positive terminal on the connect- as it has the necessary specialist Remove the key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 431 Operation Maintenance Following a circuit break (e.g. when recon- Checking the battery fluid level Remove the battery support frame and necting the batteries), the following work batteries. should be carried out: Check the battery fluid level. The fluid level in each battery cell must set the clock ( page 197), Slide the battery support frame back.
  • Page 432 Operation Maintenance Battery care Grease the terminals, especially the under- sides, with acid protection grease. Recharge batteries which are out of use Petrol, benzene, kerosene or similar with an open-circuit voltage of < 12.4 V. products attack the battery casing. Do not therefore use any of these products to clean the batteries.
  • Page 433 Remove the battery terminal Take a faulty battery to a Mercedes-Benz turer's operating instructions. clamps from the battery charger only when Service Centre or a collection point for used the battery charger is switched off and no batteries.
  • Page 434: Practical Advice

    Practical advice Where will I find...? Troubleshooting Engine Fuel system Transmission Brake system Compressed-air system Pneumatic suspension Trailing axle ® Steering system/Telligent steering system Wheels and tyres Electrical system Unlocking and locking in an emergency Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing...
  • Page 435: Where Will I Find

    Practical advice Where will I find...? Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit and emergency equipment S-Cab Stowage compartment on cab rear wall On right near Stowage compart- Cab rear wall co-driver's seat ment on cab rear wall M-Cab Stowage compartment behind co-driver's Stowage compart- Stowage compart- Stowage compart-...
  • Page 436 Practical advice Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit pocket S-Cab Stowage compartment Stowage compartment on Stowage compartment on Stowage compartment on in driver's door cab rear wall cab rear wall cab rear wall M-Cab Stowage compartment Stowage compartment be- Stowage compartment be- Stowage compartment be- in driver's door...
  • Page 437 Practical advice Where will I find...? Special tools (depending on vehicle equipment) Recommended to supplement vehicle tool kit: Vehicle tool kit Hexagon bolts M 8 x 120 mm (special- 1 Fitting sleeve for changing a wheel ist dealer), for removal of rear axle page 494) (HL 7, HD 7) drive shaft ( page 548).
  • Page 438 Practical advice Where will I find...? Pump lever To assemble the pump lever Engage the retaining pin 3 in the The pump lever is used to operate cutout 5. the jack the wheelbrace the spare wheel winch Pump lever (2-section) the cab tilt pump 1 Cutout for operating lowering screw on jack...
  • Page 439: Troubleshooting

    Practical advice Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Hydro-pneumatic gearshift (HPS) Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Transmission has problems with gear- Tilt the cab. Risk of accident shifts Loss of hydraulic fluid Check fluid level in HPS reservoir. If necessary, top up with DOT 4 brake fluid.
  • Page 440 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 441 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 442: Electronic-Pneumatic Gearshift

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety- related systems in particular, it is essen- tial that maintenance work is carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 443 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Event message: Stop the vehicle (traffic conditions per- Risk of accident mitting). Charge pressure too low in auxiliary con- Apply the parking brake. sumer circuit Wait until sufficient charge pressure is available in auxiliary consumer. Charge pressure event message goes out.
  • Page 444 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Event message: Stop the vehicle (traffic conditions per- Risk of accident mitting). Apply the parking brake. Switch off the engine. Carry out a "long teach-in procedure" page 479).
  • Page 445: The Vehicle

    Replace batteries in good time page 534). Batteries are obtainable from any spe- cialist workshop or from your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Press the Œ button on the radio re- You have pressed the radio remote control too often outside the range of vehicle.
  • Page 446 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions You receive feedback from the turn signal One of the monitored components/ Deactivate anti-theft alarm system lamps when you prime anti-theft alarm entrances is not in the normal position. page 103) system. Check whether all monitored components/entrances, such as: both doors...
  • Page 447 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 448 If this is unsuccessful, have the power window mechanism examined. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 449: Engine

    Practical advice Troubleshooting Engine Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Engine cannot be started with vehicle's Immobiliser has not recognised the key. Turn key slowly and hold it for a short own key and multi-function display shows period (approximately 0.5 seconds) CODE between ignition lock positions 2 and page 125).
  • Page 450 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 451 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Engine does not start. Engine electronics are faulty. Before next starting attempt, turn key back to position 0 in the ignition lock. Multi-function display shows the event Starter batteries are discharged. After approximately ten seconds, re- message with short symbol peat starting procedure ( page 462).
  • Page 452 The maintenance work should always be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work required. For work relevant to safety and work on safety-...
  • Page 453: System

    The maintenance work should always be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and...
  • Page 454: Electro-Hydraulic Cab Tilting System

    Practical advice Troubleshooting Electro-hydraulic cab tilting system Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions Cab cannot be tilted. Main switch of electro-hydraulic cab tilting Press the main switch of the electro- system is not switched on. hydraulic cab tilting system upwards page 457). Valve lever of electro-hydraulic tilting pump Position valve lever of electro-hydrau- is positioned to the right, in the direction of...
  • Page 455 The maintenance work should always be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and...
  • Page 456: Stop Lamp

    Practical advice Troubleshooting the charge pressure in the tractor vehi- STOP lamp cle's spring-loaded parking brake re- Risk of accident lease circuit drops below 5.5 bar If the STOP lamp does not go out, or lights the charge pressure in the trailer/ up while vehicle is being driven, safe opera- semitrailer brake circuit drops below tion of the engine is endangered.
  • Page 457 Practical advice Troubleshooting DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Risk of accident a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and The operating and driving safety of the vehi- tools for the work required. For work rele- cle is endangered when an event message vant to safety and work on safety-related with a red status display is present.
  • Page 458: Cab

    Practical advice Before tilting the cab: Vehicles with refrigerator: Switch off Tilting the cab and empty refrigerator. Apply the parking brake. For safety reasons, keep area in front Additionally secure the vehicle with of gear lever and in front of cab unob- wheel chocks.
  • Page 459 Practical advice DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Always tilt the cab fully, as far as its lim- as it has the necessary specialist it of travel. knowledge and tools for the work re- Have tilting hydraulics examined if fail- quired.
  • Page 460: Mechanical-Hydraulic Cab Tilting

    Practical advice Mechanical-hydraulic cab tilting To tilt forwards system Open the flap in the entrance, and swing it up. Position valve on tilting pump towards entrance 1. Fit pump lever with wheelbrace (vehicle tool kit) onto tilting pump 2. Operate tilting pump until cab is fully tilted to end position.
  • Page 461 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you can tilt forwards if the vehicle suffers a on the refrigerator. Observe the operat- visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre heavy jolt. ing instructions issued by the manufac- as it has the necessary specialist Make sure that the valve lever is positioned turer.
  • Page 462 Practical advice Press the upper section of switch 1. Electro-hydraulic cab tilting system To tilt forwards The cab tilting system is ready for oper- ation. The indicator lamp in the switch lights up. The electric tilting pump is located: for road and construction site vehi- cles, on co-driver side, in entrance for car transporters and LowLiner vehicles, on right behind cab...
  • Page 463 Practical advice Open the flap in entrance, and swing it To tilt back to driving position Position valve lever on electric cab tilt- Risk of accident ing pump to left 1. If the valve lever is pushed forwards the en- Remove switch for the electric tilting trance 1 as the vehicle is being driven, the pump from mounting on the co-driver...
  • Page 464 Practical advice Swing flap in the entrance down and listen for it to engage. Risk of accident Insert switch of electric tilting pump If indicator lamp Ÿ does not go out after into the mounting. the engine is started, the cab is not locked. Close the maintenance flap There is a risk that the cab may tilt forwards page 418).
  • Page 465 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- knowledge and tools for the work re- quired.
  • Page 466: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Practical advice To start the engine To stop the engine Starting and stopping the engine Press starter button 1 at the engine Press shutoff button 2 on the engine. with the cab tilted until the engine starts. To turn the engine over without start- Risk of injury ing up If a gear is selected, the starter button...
  • Page 467: Engine

    Practical advice Engine Engine Activate engine emergency running Engine emergency running mode Poly-V-belt mode Activate engine emergency running mode To check the condition of the Observe the traffic conditions and stop when poly-V-belt the vehicle. the multi-function display shows the Poly-V-belts must not show longitudinal Apply the parking brake.
  • Page 468 Special tool (vehicle tool kit) ist workshop. DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and...
  • Page 469 Risk of injury DaimlerChrysler recommends that you The tensioning mechanism is spring-loaded. visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist Remove the poly-V-belt. knowledge and tools for the work re- quired. For work relevant to safety and...
  • Page 470 Practical advice Engine Pivot tensioning mechanism anti-clock- wise and remove screwdriver from the retainer hole. Swing tensioning mechanism back into place. Remove special tool with assembly le- ver and check that the poly-V-belt is seated correctly on the pulleys. Poly-V-belt routing: Vehicles without air conditioning Vehicles with refrigerator block 1 Crankshaft...
  • Page 471 Vehicles with belt-driven fan Vehicles with belt-driven fan and air condi- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you tioning visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Poly-V-belt routing: as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- 1 Crankshaft quired.
  • Page 472: Electromagnetic Fan Clutch

    1 Fastening tabs DaimlerChrysler recommends that you 2 Hexagon bolts visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist Turn the fastening tabs over the thread- knowledge and tools for the work re- ed holes on the fan.
  • Page 473: Fuel System

    Practical advice Fuel system Fuel system Remove the fuel tank filler cap by turn- Vehicles with fuel prefilter: Bleeding the fuel system ing it anti-clockwise. The hand pump is located either between Turn hand pump lever anti-clockwise to the chassis and the fuel tank or next to the The fuel prefilter with heated water release it.
  • Page 474 Practical advice Fuel system Fuel prefilter, water drainage Operate the hand pump and catch the water/fuel mixture. Tighten the drain plug. The fuel prefilter with heated water Check the fuel system for leaks. separator is located on right-hand side of the vehicle behind the cab. Environmental note Dispose of the fuel/water mixture in an en- vironmentally responsible manner.
  • Page 475: Transmission

    Gear Tool transmission. Using fourth gear, you can Depending on vehicle type and equip- drive the vehicle to reach a Mercedes-Benz 3, 4 Open-ended spanner 34 mm ment, it may be necessary to tilt the Service Centre.
  • Page 476 Practical advice Transmission Move the shift lever into position 4 to To select 3rd or 4th gear select 3rd gear. Move the shift lever into position 6 to select 4th gear. The gear is selected when the selector shaft can be felt to engage in the corre- sponding position.
  • Page 477 Practical advice Transmission To engage reverse gear 2nd person: Move shift lever 1 on the right of the transmission to the rear to position 4. A second person is required to select The gear is selected when the shift le- reverse gear.
  • Page 478: Transmission Control Back-Up Mode

    Practical advice Transmission With the vehicle stationary and the Transmission control back-up mode parking brake applied, press the è ® The GS back-up function can also be Vehicles with Telligent gearshift/ auto- or ÿ button on the multi-function activated when no fault is present in matic gearshift: steering wheel until Settings...
  • Page 479 Practical advice Transmission Press the j or k button on the To enable Activate GS back-up function multi-function steering wheel. Press the æ button on the multi- function steering wheel. The GS back-up function is now activat- ed. The driver information system dis- The highlight is positioned at plays Please select gear...
  • Page 480 Practical advice Transmission ® Press the j or k button on the Telligent gearshift multi-function steering wheel. When the GS back-up function is acti- Pulling away Please apply clutch appears in the vated, the GS back-up function menu is multi-function display. permanently displayed in the multi- function display.
  • Page 481 Practical advice Transmission ® To stop the vehicle or change gear Select neutral or a new gear using the Telligent automatic gearshift æ or ç button. To pull away Press the j or k button on the multi-function steering wheel. Transmission control selects neutral or the gear chosen.
  • Page 482 Practical advice Transmission Press the æ or ç button on the To stop the vehicle or change gear Select neutral or a new gear using the æ or ç button. multi-function steering wheel until the highlight is positioned on the gear de- Press the j or k button on the sired.
  • Page 483: Teach-In Procedure

    Practical advice Transmission Short teach-in procedure Teach-in procedure If the teach-in procedure is interrupted, ® the splitter group indicators will stop The short teach-in procedure is required if Vehicles with Telligent gearshift or ® flashing and an event message appears the sensors on the transmission or clutch Telligent automatic gearshift:...
  • Page 484 Practical advice Transmission Turn the key in the ignition lock to Long teach-in procedure: position 2. The long teach-in procedure is required if: When the warning buzzer sounds, you The warning buzzer and a shift noise must push down or release the clutch the GS control unit or the engine has sound in the central loudspeaker.
  • Page 485 Practical advice Transmission Programming the transmission control Turn the key in the ignition lock to Release the clutch pedal. (GS) position 2. The warning buzzer and a shift noise The warning buzzer and a shift noise sound in the central loudspeaker. sound in the central loudspeaker.
  • Page 486: Emergency Gearshift (Nmv)

    Practical advice Transmission DaimlerChrysler recommends that you Emergency gearshift (NMV) visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre When the warning buzzer sounds, you If the drive should fail, a rigid power trans- as it has the necessary specialist must depress or release the clutch...
  • Page 487 If the slotted nut is hard to move, turn DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- serious injury. Operate the emergency gear the drive shaft slightly. it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it shift for the transmission-independent has the necessary specialist knowledge power take-off only with vehicle stationary, Secure the slotted nut with the retainer and tools for the work required.
  • Page 488: Brake System

    Practical advice Brake system Brake system To release the spring-loaded brake Releasing the spring-loaded parking mechanically brake if there is a failure of charge Do not use a impact drive to unscrew pressure the spring-loaded brake release bolts. In an emergency or in the workshop it is Maximum release torque of the spring- possible to release the spring-loaded park- loaded brake release bolt is 70 Nm.
  • Page 489 Practical advice Brake system Arrangement of spring-loaded brake cylin- To release the spring-loaded brake Connect tyre inflator hose to the test ders: using tyre pressure of spare wheel connection and push connector on to the tyre inflation valve. Vehicle Front axle Rear axle A minimum air pressure of 8.5 bar is re- quired in spare wheel.
  • Page 490: Releasing The Spring-Loaded

    Practical advice Brake system Releasing the spring-loaded brake with an external source of As far as possible do not charge the Only charge the compressed-air sys- compressed air compressed-air system via the tyre in- tem via the tyre inflator connection in flator connection.
  • Page 491: Compressed-Air System

    Practical advice Compressed-air system Compressed-air system If the shut-off pressure of the external Charging the compressed-air compressed-air source lies below 10 bar, system via the front coupling head dump the compressed air on the vehicle to With the engine stopped, it is possible to be towed until the pressure is below charge the compressed-air system via the 10 bar.
  • Page 492: Charging The Compressed-Air System Via The Tyre Inflator Connection

    Practical advice Compressed-air system Charging the compressed-air sys- tem via the tyre inflator connection As far as possible do not charge the compressed-air system via the tyre in- flator connection. The compressed air Only charge the compressed-air sys- is then neither cleaned nor dried. Pres- tem via the tyre inflator connection in sure protection is not provided via the an emergency.
  • Page 493: Pneumatic Suspension

    Practical advice Pneumatic suspension Pneumatic suspension Charging the pneumatic suspension from an external compressed-air Charging the pneumatic suspension source reservoir via the pneumatic suspension "Charge" connection or the front cou- pling head requires a minimum pres- It is possible to charge the pneumatic sure of 10.5 bar.
  • Page 494: Trailing Axle

    Practical advice Trailing axle Trailing axle Trailing axle, pneumatic Nummek trailing axle, hydraulic It is not possible to raise the trailing axle It is not possible to raise the Nummek trail- when vehicle is unladen or partially laden if ing axle when vehicle is unladen or partially there is insufficient charge pressure avail- laden if: able.
  • Page 495: Steering System/Telligent

    The maintenance work should always be carried out by an authorised specialist work- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- shop. it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit and tools for the work required. For work...
  • Page 496: Wheels And Tyres

    Practical advice Wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres Spare wheel under chassis To remove the spare wheel Spare wheel location Take off the wheel cover. Risk of injury Operate winch until cable is lightly ten- sioned. When you release the spare wheel, the cen- Loosen the nuts on the securing bolts.
  • Page 497 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Spare wheel under tipper body Risk of accident Before removing the spare wheel from be- neath the tipper body, observe body manu- facturer's operating instructions. 1 Tipper body support (example) Spacer Raise tipper body and fit support page 385).
  • Page 498 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Spare wheel at side of chassis For semitrailer tractor vehicles with Unscrew and remove the retaining side panelling: remove side panelling. nuts. For vehicles with underride guard: Re- Lower spare wheel with winch, com- move underride guard. pletely unwinding the line.
  • Page 499: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit Risk of accident Information on vehicle tools and emer- a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has gency equipment ( page 430). the necessary specialist knowledge and Where an unapproved tyre size is used, the tools for the work required.
  • Page 500 Information is available from tring and centring with spherical Use only the tyre and wheel sizes any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. spring washers): approved for your vehicle type. carry a spare wheel for centring Different wheel nuts are required Please also observe particularly the with spherical spring washers.
  • Page 501 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Safeguard the vehicle against rolling away. Assemble the pump lever page 433). Positioning of vehicle jack Risk of accident and injury The vehicle's jack is intended only to raise Wheel nuts for light-alloy rims Wheel nuts for light-alloy rims the vehicle for a short time.
  • Page 502 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Front axle with steel springs All-wheel-drive front axle Position vehicle jack only at the attach- ment points provided, never locate jack under the differential housing. Do not raise vehicles with a loading crane or loading tailgate, using the hy- draulic supports.
  • Page 503 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Air-sprung front axle Air-sprung, steered leading axle (8x4/4) If the tyre is flat, drive onto the wooden underlay (from vehicle tool kit). Jacking point Location point of jack Locate the vehicle jack under the loca- tion cup of the air spring support, di- Locate the vehicle jack under the loca- rectly in front of the front axle member.
  • Page 504 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Rear axle with steel springs Air-sprung rear axle Nummek trailing axle Jacking point Jacking point Jacking point Locate the vehicle jack under the loca- Locate the vehicle jack under the loca- Locate the jack under axle swing arm. tion cup on the axle support tube.
  • Page 505 Practical advice Wheels and tyres Hendrickson leading axle (6x2/2) Hydraulically steered trailing axle To remove a wheel Risk of injury When you release the wheel, the centre of gravity can easily change due to the heavy weight of the wheel, causing wheel to fall or tip over and injuring you or other persons.
  • Page 506 Practical advice Wheels and tyres To fit a wheel Twin tyres with light-alloy wheels: Tighten wheel nuts in a diagonal pat- tern. Observe correct tightening torque Before fitting the inner wheel, place the page 577). fitting sleeve (from vehicle tool kit) on the wheel bolt.
  • Page 507: Tyre Inflator Connection

    Practical advice Wheels and tyres Tyre inflator connection Ensure correct centering. The wheel Only use the tyre inflator connection The tyre inflator connection is on the front bolts must located centrally in the for inflating tyres. of the compressed-air drier and has an in- holes of the wheel.
  • Page 508 Practical advice Wheels and tyres To inflate tyres with the tyre inflation connection Reduce the charge pressure in the compressed-air system to the required value given in the tyre pressure table, e.g. 6 bar. This can be done, for example, by re- peated operation of service brake.
  • Page 509: Electrical System

    DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit and do not allow them to come into contact a risk of burning. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has with liquids. the necessary specialist knowledge and H1, H3 and H7 bulbs operate at high pres- Safety glasses and non-slip gloves must be tools for the work required.
  • Page 510 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- Use only 24 Volt lamps of same type Main headlamps it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it and of same wattage. Main-beam headlamps H1 24 V 70W has the necessary specialist knowledge Do not work with oily or moist hands.
  • Page 511 Practical advice Electrical system Interior lighting Rear lamps Ambient lighting (blue) Turn signal and brake P 21W Roofspace/footwell trim 60 – 150 Entry door trim lamp 10 W festoon lamp, reversing lamp, mcd@20 mA lamp rear foglamp Compartment above 765 – 1,575 R Cab roof/ceiling Perimeter, side marker, R 10W...
  • Page 512 Practical advice Electrical system Headlamps, front turn signal lamps Main-beam/dipped-beam headlamps Unscrew headlamp fixing screws 1. Swing out the headlamp. Pull off the cable connector. Disengage the cover and remove. Pull cable connector from the bulb. Detach retainer spring and take out the bulb.
  • Page 513 Practical advice Electrical system Turn signal lamp Turn the lock of the bulb holder for turn Side lamp/parking lamp signal lamp 3 to left and remove. Unscrew headlamp fixing screws 1. Unscrew headlamp fixing screws 1. Press the bulb down, turn it to the left Swing out the headlamp.
  • Page 514 Practical advice Electrical system Press bulb holder 2 down, turn it to Side turn signal lamp, perimeter lamp Remove the housing cover. the left and remove it. Disconnect cable connector 1. Press the bulb down, turn it to the left Detach retainer spring and take out the and remove it.
  • Page 515 Practical advice Electrical system Rear lamps Rear lamps Unscrew fixing screws 1. Remove the lamp lens. Press the bulb down, turn it to the left and withdraw it. To replace licence plate bulb, withdraw the reflector unit. Replace the bulb and re-assemble in re- verse order.
  • Page 516 Practical advice Electrical system Press retainers 1 on the cable con- Front perimeter lamp Side marker lamps nector together and hold in this posi- tion. Semitrailer tractor vehicle: Pull off cable connector 2. swing side panel out before changing Unlock and remove side marker lamp. side marker lamp in the side trim.
  • Page 517 Practical advice Electrical system Lever off lamp lens 1 with a screw- Entry access step lamp Entry door trim lamp driver. Pull off cable connector 2. Press bulb holder 3 down, turn it to the left and withdraw it. Press the bulb down, turn it to the left and withdraw it.
  • Page 518 Practical advice Electrical system Lever off lamp lens 1 with a screw- Interior ceiling lamp Lever off lamp lens with a screwdriver. driver. Press down interior lamp 1 or reading lamp 3, turn to left and withdraw. Pull off cable connector and withdraw reflector 2.
  • Page 519 Practical advice Electrical system Reading lamp, berth Exterior stowage compartment lighting Lever out lamp lens from the pivot Fold out the reading lamp. Lever lamp lens out of the mounting at hinge (arrow) with a screwdriver. the back. Release lamp lens with a screwdriver Press the festoon bulb towards left and and remove.
  • Page 520: Headlamp Setting

    Practical advice Electrical system Adjustable reading lamp Before adjusting: Headlamp setting Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface. Correct headlamp adjustment is of great importance for road safety. Therefore, reg- The headlamp beam adjuster must be ularly check settings with a headlamp set- at a right angle to the vehicle.
  • Page 521 Practical advice Electrical system To check and adjust headlamp setting Lateral adjustment Turn adjusting screw 3 until lateral The dipped-beam's light-dark boundary setting is correct. at a distance of 10 metres is deter- mined by measuring headlamp height Then correct the height setting using (centre of headlamp to ground) and de- adjusting screw 2.
  • Page 522: Partially Masking Headlamps

    Mercedes-Benz. port work. proved, the beam falls not on the edge of the carriageway, but onto the opposite car- The responsibility for vehicle lighting al- riageway.
  • Page 523 Practical advice Electrical system Self-produced adhesive strips for left-hand drive vehicles...
  • Page 524 Practical advice Electrical system Left-hand-drive vehicles 1 H7 headlamp, right: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on left 2 H7 headlamp, left: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on left 3 Xenon headlamp, right: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on left 4 Xenon headlamp, left:...
  • Page 525 Practical advice Electrical system Self-produced adhesive strips for right- hand drive vehicles...
  • Page 526 Practical advice Electrical system Right-hand-drive vehicles 5 H7 headlamp, right: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on right. 6 H7 headlamp, left: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on right. 7 Xenon headlamp, right: covered area for use in countries where vehicles drive on right.
  • Page 527: Fuses

    Practical advice Electrical system To open the electrical compartment Fuses Risk of fire Fold back floor covering in the direc- The fuse box is in the electrical equipment tion of the arrow. compartment on co-driver's side. Use only fuses with the specified ampere Unlock fasteners 1 by lifting up.
  • Page 528 Practical advice Electrical system To check/replace fuses The individual electrical circuits are pro- A faulty fuse can also be identified by tected by safety fuses or a circuit breaker. the burnt out fuse wire. If an electrical circuit failure occurs, Replacement fuses/fuse extractor switch off electrical consumers and check the fuses.
  • Page 529 DaimlerChrysler recommends that you DaimlerChrysler recommends that you visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist as it has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work re- knowledge and tools for the work re- quired.
  • Page 530 Practical advice Electrical system Vehicles with Nummek trailing axle The fuse for the hydraulic pump motor (5 amp safety fuse) is located in the hy- draulics box on the left of the chassis. Vehicles with Nummek trailing axle 1 Fuse (hydraulic pump motor)
  • Page 531 Practical advice Electrical system Allocation of fuses, diodes, relays...
  • Page 532 Practical advice Electrical system Fuse Rating Consumer Terminal Base module A Driver's door Other I-CAN subscriber Co-driver's door ® Transmission control, Telligent gearshift Trailer Switch panel Distribution terminal 30.2 Distribution body terminal 30.1 Trailer ABS Distribution body terminal 15.2 ® Telligent brake system 30.1...
  • Page 533 Practical advice Electrical system Fuse Rating Consumer Terminal Base module A ® Transmission control, Telligent gearshift Auxiliary heating time switch Drive control, ignition lock Blower Interior lighting Instrument cluster, tachograph diagnostic socket Sliding/tilting sunroof ® Telligent brake system ® Transmission control, Telligent gearshift Engine control, alternator Trailer ABS...
  • Page 534 Practical advice Electrical system Fuse Rating Consumer Terminal Base module A Permanent+ distribution, body Diagnostic socket Distribution terminal 15 Blower Drive control ® Telligent brake system Instrument cluster, airbag Temperature sensor, audio device Cigarette lighter...
  • Page 535 Practical advice Electrical system Fuse Rating Consumer Terminal Module A1 Battery heating Heated windscreen Heated windscreen Refrigerator Sun visor, loading tailgate Engine compartment lamp Socket 12 V Electronic rear axle additional steering Electronic rear axle additional steering Seat heating, belt checks Auxiliary air conditioning, reclining seat Auxiliary air-conditioning Audio device 12 V...
  • Page 536 Practical advice Electrical system Fuse Rating Consumer Terminal Module A2 Flame-start system Cab tilting pump ® Telligent distance control Retarder Anti-theft alarm system Rotating beacon lamp Transfer case oil cooler Transfer case oil cooler 24 V sockets Free Free Free Free Load compartment light Module B...
  • Page 537 Practical advice Electrical system Module location Designation Terminal General module A (Relay) Trailer, body brake lamps Supply permanent+ signal Supply terminal 15.2 Supply terminal 15.1 Supply terminal 15R Module A31 (Relay) Transfer case oil radiator Roller tipper/loading tailgate 24 V socket Telephone fittings Free Free...
  • Page 538 Practical advice Electrical system Module location Designation Module A32 (Relay) Heated windscreen/belt checks Heated windscreen/belt checks Transfer case oil radiator Battery heating Free Free Free Free Free Free Module D (Diode withstand voltage) Loading tailgate...
  • Page 539: Unlocking And Locking In An Emergency

    If a battery is swallowed, seek medical at- DaimlerChrysler recommends that you vis- tention immediately. it a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre as it has the necessary specialist knowledge Batteries can leak or explode if you try to re- and tools for the work required. For work...
  • Page 540: Closing The Sliding/Tilting Sunroof

    Insert Allen key 2 into the opening and push upwards. Observe the terminal markings on the spring contact. To close Batteries are obtainable from any spe- Turn the Allen key clockwise. cialist workshop or from your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. 1 Opening 2 Allen key...
  • Page 541: Closing The Tilting Sunroof

    Practical advice Unlocking and locking in an emergency Insert flat screwdriver into the opening Closing the tilting sunroof of the drive. mechanically Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise. The drive is located in rear area of the cut- out for the tilting sunroof. The opening is Replace the plug in the opening.
  • Page 542: Jump-Starting, Tow-Starting/Towing

    Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Before jump-starting, disconnect Jump-starting Before starting from a mobile charging mobile communications systems, e.g. station (batteries with a mains power If the starter batteries are discharged, a telephone, radio equipment, fax, etc., stage), pull out the mains plug. Over- second vehicle can be used to jump-start from the electrical system.
  • Page 543 Begin with other vehicle's battery: tally responsible manner. positive. Connect first the positive terminals, Take empty batteries to a Mercedes-Benz then the negative terminals with the Service Centre or to an authorised collec- jump leads. When the jump leads are detached, the tion point for used batteries.
  • Page 544: Retrofitting The Towing Coupling

    Using the towing coupling, you may Information is available from any specialist only tow or manoeuvre vehicles with a workshop or your Mercedes-Benz Service total weight up to a maximum of Centre. 25 tonnes. You must not use the tow- ing coupling for trailer operation or for vehicle recovery purposes.
  • Page 545: Tow-Starting

    Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Tow-starting Vehicles with towing coupling: If the engine exceeds the permitted en- Vehicles fitted with Telma retarder: gine speed after the clutch is engaged, Loads in excess of 25 tonnes or trailer an alarm sounds. operation will result in damage to the Risk of accident end cross-member ( page 539).
  • Page 546 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing ® ® Hydro-pneumatic gearshift Telligent gearshift Telligent automatic gearshift Turn the key in the ignition lock to Turn the key in the ignition lock to Turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2. position 2. position 2.
  • Page 547: Towing

    Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Towing Risk of injury and accident When the engine is not running Depending on the cause of failure and the equipment fitted to your vehicle, you must and you are towing your vehicle, When the engine is not running perform a series of different measures be- there is a risk of damage to the On corners you may deviate from the...
  • Page 548 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing ® Vehicles with Telligent stability control: Vehicles fitted with Telma retarder: When towing the vehicle, run the en- ® gine if possible or provide a secure Switching off Telligent stability control compressed-air supply from the towing page 91).
  • Page 549 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Swing cover 1 of the coupling pin up- Attaching the towbar Towing vehicles with engine damage wards. Swing cover 2 of the coupling jaw Four-axle vehicles: downwards. With the drive shaft fitted, the 2nd pow- Release coupling pin 3, pivot it for- er steering pump takes over power wards through approximately 90°...
  • Page 550 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Towing distance up to 1 km Towing distance up to 60 miles (100 km) Shift the transmission into neutral. All-wheel-drive vehicles: Switch transfer case into the position Risk of transmission damage. When the Risk of transmission damage. When the engine is not running, transmission lu- engine is not running, transmission lu- for road travel (...
  • Page 551 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing ® Press the j or k button on the Vehicles with Telligent gearshift/ auto- matic gearshift: multi-function steering wheel. The multi-function display shows Transmission control back-up mode – Towing. If the multi-function display shows Towing not possible – remove propel- ler shaft , you may tow the vehicle at a GP setscrew for high range...
  • Page 552 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Towing distances greater than 60 miles To be observed with transmission and To be observed with front axle damage (100 km) transfer case damage Remove driven axle driveshafts. Towing requirements are the same as Risk of transmission damage. When the with engine damage.
  • Page 553 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing All-wheel-drive vehicles: To be observed with rear axle damage Removing driveshafts, rear axle HL 7, HD 7 Remove the propeller shaft between Turn the key in the ignition lock to rear axle and transfer case. position 2. Vehicles with pneumatic suspension: Engage the differential lock (transverse lock).
  • Page 554 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Unscrew and remove the oil drain plugs Re-fit closure cap. at the planetary hubs. Catch the oil that runs out in a suitable If vehicle is to be towed for more than container. 60 miles (100 km), add oil to the plan- Remove the planetary hub end covers.
  • Page 555 Practical advice Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing Removing drive shafts, rear axle HL 6, Turn the key in the ignition lock to HL 8 position 2. Risk of accident Engage the differential lock (transverse In Germany, for instance, maximum vehicle lock). height must not exceed 4 metres (13 ft 1 in). Do not raise the front axle.
  • Page 556: Technical Data

    Technical data Vehicle type plates Service products and capacities Operating data Tyre pressure table Limiting-speed feature Compressed-air reservoir Radio remote control...
  • Page 557: Type Plates

    Technical data Type plates Type plates The vehicle type plate is located on the Vehicle type plate door frame. Information on the type plate The vehicle identification number is locat- ed on the longitudinal member. Type The type plate and the vehicle identifica- Basic headlamp setting tion number are explained here using an Flue gas coefficient...
  • Page 558 Technical data Type plates Vehicle identification number (VIN) 934.032 264253 Vehicle manufacturer 934.032 Vehicle model designation number Steering wheel (1 = left-hand-drive vehicles, 2 = right-hand-drive vehicles) Code letter or code number of manufacturer's works 264253 Vehicle identification end number Vehicle type designation 18 46 Maximum gross vehicle weight in metric tonnes...
  • Page 559 Technical data Type plates Vehicle type plate – explanatory notes 934.03 8x8/4 The model designation, vehicle design, Model designation Number of wheels or axle version and number of wheels or pairs Vehicle design pairs of wheels of wheels are given on the vehicle type Platform trucks Number of wheels or plate.
  • Page 560: Engine Type Plate

    Technical data Type plates Engine type plate 1 Engine type plate 2 Engine type 3 Engine number...
  • Page 561: Service Products And Capacities

    Clean affected areas of skin with Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to re- soap and water. Change out of soiled ucts used in the vehicle conform to the clothing without delay.
  • Page 562 Further notes on Environmental note Only use engine oils complying with Sheet handling different service products No. 228.5 of the Mercedes-Benz Specifica- Unless they are handled properly, service storage tions for Service Products. These engine products can damage people's health and...
  • Page 563 Technical data Service products and capacities The driver information system automatical- ly shows the time for an oil change as an Non-approved engine oils could lead to event message in the display. malfunctions and engine damage. The use of such oils could affect your war- Select the SAE class (viscosity) of engine ranty rights.
  • Page 564 If you top up the engine oil or perform system: an oil change using an engine oil of a quality grade Sheet No. of the Mercedes-Benz Spec- lower quality, the quality of this oil must ifications for Service Products. SAE class be adjusted in the "Adjusting service...
  • Page 565 (FAME fuel) The engine oil change intervals must be Only use engine oils complying with Sheet shortened. quality No. 228.5 or 228.3 of the Mercedes-Benz SAE class Specifications for Service Products which are approved for operation Environmental note if necessary, the approval in ac-...
  • Page 566 The water in the coolant requirements. Further information on how must satisfy the requirements speci- to handle, store and dispose of coolants is fied on sheet no. 310 of the Mercedes- available from any Mercedes-Benz Service Benz Specifications for Service Prod- Centre. ucts.
  • Page 567 If you refuel the vehicle occasionally or Filter the fuel before adding it when re- Comply with Mercedes-Benz Specifica- predominantly in other countries, you must fuelling the vehicle from drums or can- tions for Service Products.
  • Page 568 Technical data Service products and capacities Diesel fuels at low temperatures Fuel additives The vehicle is equipped with a fuel preheat- ing system. This improves the flow proper- At low outside temperatures paraffin sepa- ties of the diesel fuel by approximately ration may reduce the diesel fuel's free- Do not use additives in winter diesel fu- 8 °C.
  • Page 569 Please refer to the notes on Sheet No. 135 by approximately 1 °C. The proportion of of the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Mix kerosene with diesel fuel only in the fuel kerosene additive must not exceed 50%.
  • Page 570 For this reason, they must Further information is available ing instructions on how to run the not be allowed to come into contact from your Mercedes-Benz Service auxiliary heating on bio-diesel fuel. with paintwork. Rinse off immedi- Centre. ately with water. Only use engine...
  • Page 571 Technical data Service products and capacities Mercedes-Benz will not accept any warran- Bio-diesel fuel (FAME fuel) at low tem- ty claims for damage if peratures Environmental note such damage is in directly or indirectly Bio-diesel fuels complying with If your vehicle runs on bio-diesel fuel, ask...
  • Page 572 Technical data Service products and capacities Table showing fuel sulphur content Sulphur content (% by weight) 0...0.1 0.1...0.3 0.3...0.8 0.8... Europe Austria Italy Azores Armenia Albania Belgium Lithuania Bulgaria Azerbaijan Andorra Czech Republic Luxembourg Iceland Estonia Bosnia-Herzegovina Denmark Netherlands Madeira Georgia Croatia Finland...
  • Page 573 Technical data Service products and capacities Sulphur content (% by weight) 0...0.1 0.1...0.3 0.3...0.8 0.8... Australia Australia Asia Hong Kong Indonesia India Korea Israel Japan Singapore Taiwan Thailand North America Canada Mexico South America Argentina Africa South Africa...
  • Page 574: Service Products And Capacities

    Technical data Service products and capacities Service products and capacities Series Capacity Service product Sheet no. approxi- mately Engine with oil 501 LA 541.9.. maximum Engine oil ( page 557) (228.0/1) filter 34 litres + refrigerator block 541.9.. maximum (228.2/3) 27 litres 502 LA 542.9..
  • Page 575 Technical data Service products and capacities Series Capacity Service product Sheet approxi- mately Transmission G 231 715.5.. 15.5 litres Transmission oil SAE 75W-90 235.11 + transmission oil cooler 1.0 litres G 210 – G 260 715.5.. 15.5 litres Transmission oil SAE 80, 80W, 235.1 80W/85W + transmission oil cooler...
  • Page 576 Technical data Service products and capacities Series Filling ca- Service product Sheet no. pacity ap- proximately Transfer case VG 1700 750.86. 11.4 litres Hypoid transmission oil SAE 90, 85W-90 235.0, 235.6 Transmission oil SAE 80, 80W 235.1, 235.5 80W/85W 235.11 + oil cooler +0.5 litres Transfer case...
  • Page 577 Technical data Service products and capacities Series Filling capac- Service product Sheet no. ity approxi- mately Front axle Differential hub reduction AL7 730.108 7.0 litres Hypoid transmission oil SAE 90, 235.0 85W-90 Differential hub reduction AL7 730.109 7.0 litres Hypoid transmission oil SAE 90, 235.6 85W-90 Through-drive AD7...
  • Page 578 Technical data Service products and capacities Series Filling ca- Service product Sheet no. pacity ap- proximately Power steering 4.5 litres Steering gear oil or transmis- 236.3, 236.6 sion fluid (ATF) ® + Telligent steering system Cab tilting unit Tipper oil or hydraulic fluid or 236.2, 236.3 transmission fluid (ATF) 236.6, 341.0 Fifth-wheel coupling, trailer...
  • Page 579 Technical data Service products and capacities Series Filling capac- Service product Sheet no. ity approxi- mately Clutch – hydraulic section Brake fluid (DOT 4 plus) 331.0 Hydraulic component of the Range change trans- 1.27 litres Brake fluid (DOT 4 plus) 331.0 hydraulic-pneumatic gear- mission...
  • Page 580: Operating Data

    Technical data Operating data Operating data Operating data – overview Compressed-air system (reservoir pressure) Service brake (constant pressure system) 10.0 bar Brake circuit 1 minimum 6.8 bar Brake circuit 2 minimum 6.8 bar Brake circuit on trailer/semitrailer minimum 5.5 bar Pressure regulator (activation/deactivation pressure) approximately 10.2/12.3 bar Spring-loaded brake release circuit...
  • Page 581 Technical data Operating data Engine Engine speed limiter (transmission in neutral) approximately 1,700/min Engine speed limitation (emergency running mode) 1,300 rpm Idling speed approximately 500 rpm ® Minimum engine operating speed (vehicles with Telligent automatic gearshift) approximately 550 rpm Exhaust brake (operating range) 900 –...
  • Page 582 Technical data Operating data Wheel nut tightening torques (Nm) Light-alloy wheels 600 ± 25 Nm Pressed-steel wheel, hub centering by wheel hub 600 ± 25 Nm Pressed-steel wheel, centring by spherical spring washers and wheel bolts 450 Nm Wheel nut cover caps 50 –...
  • Page 583 Technical data Operating data Fifth-wheel coupling (low maintenance) Tightening torque (Nm) for the friction lining of the securing bolts (see manufac- turer's operating instructions) Pneumatic suspension Filling the air-spring system via tyre inflator connection or front coupling head minimum 9.0 bar Filler valve, red protective cap minimum 6.5 bar Speed limiter...
  • Page 584: Tyre Pressure Table

    Technical data Tyre pressure table Tyre pressure table Single tyres The tyre pressure on the front axles for Use only wheels and tyres of a size ap- Michelin tyres must be set in accord- proved for this type of vehicle. Comply Risk of accident ance with the values in the table in particular with the permissible tyre...
  • Page 585 Technical data Tyre pressure table Tyre pressure in bar, axle loads in kg (see type plate) Tyres 6,000 6,300 6,500 6,700 6,900 7,100 7,500 8,000 8,500 9,000 9,500 10,000 12.00 R 20 7.25 7.75 – – – – – 12.00 R 20 6.75 7.25 7.75...
  • Page 586 Technical data Tyre pressure table Tyre pressure in bar, axle loads in kg (see type plate) Tyres 6,000 6,300 6,500 6,700 6,900 7,100 7,500 8,000 8,500 9,000 9,500 10,000 12 R 24 – 6.25 6.75 7.25 7.75 8.25 – – –...
  • Page 587: Twin Tyres

    Technical data Tyre pressure table Twin tyres Use only wheels and tyres of a size ap- proved for this type of vehicle. Comply in particular with the permissible tyre specifications for each country. These specifications may specify a certain type of tyre for your vehicle or prohibit the use of certain types of tyres which may be permissible in other countries.
  • Page 588 Technical data Tyre pressure table Tyre pressure in bar, axle loads in kg (see type plate) Tyres 9,500 10,000 10,500 11,000 11,500 12,000 12,500 13,000 13,500 14,000 14,500 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 12.00 R 20 150 6.0 6.25 7.75 – –...
  • Page 589: Speed Limiter

    Technical data Speed limiter Speed limiter The vehicle's maximum speed is limited to You are responsible for ensuring that the le- 85 km/h. Variations may be permitted by gal maximum permitted speed is not ex- legal requirements in all countries con- ceeded.
  • Page 590: Compressed-Air Reservoir

    Technical data Compressed-air reservoir Compressed-air reservoir Compressed-air reservoir d – to be secured to the vehicle by retain- – only to be cleaned using non-alkaline information ing straps (clamps). On buses, direct detergents (aluminium reservoir) mounting at the threaded rings is per- for first-time buyers and other users –...
  • Page 591: Aluminium Tank

    Technical data Compressed-air reservoir Aluminium tank Steel tank Type plate, aluminium reservoir (example) Type plate, steel reservoir (example) 1 SAG, Austria 1 L&S, Germany SMA, Italy Elesfr, France 2 MB part number LMP, Portugal 3 Volume (litres) Silverton Engineering, South Africa 4 Testing establishment code number 2 MB part number 5 Year...
  • Page 592 Technical data Compressed-air reservoir Aluminium tank Volume (litres) MB Part No. Volume (litres) MB Part No. Volume (litres) MB Part No. 004 432 1001 004 432 1401 003 432 9801 003 432 4601 004 432 4601 004 432 2701 004 432 1201 003 432 9601 004 432 4901 004 432 1301...
  • Page 593 Technical data Compressed-air reservoir Steel tank Volume (litres) MB Part No. Volume (litres) MB Part No. Volume (litres) MB Part No. 004 432 0501 004 432 1901 004 432 4301 003 432 0601 004 432 3101 003 432 9501 004 432 0701 003 432 9301 004 432 2601 004 432 0801...
  • Page 594: Radio Remote Control

    Technical data Radio remote control Radio remote control Radio type approvals Country Radio remote control trans- Control unit basic module Immobiliser MB Part mitter MB Part MB Part no. 000 446 00 18 no. 020 545 39 32 no. 001 820 12 97 Austria GZ 100 243-ZB/97 Belgium...
  • Page 595 Technical data Radio remote control Country Radio remote control trans- Control unit basic module Immobiliser MB Part mitter MB Part MB Part no. 000 446 00 18 no. 020 545 39 32 no. 001 820 12 97 Ireland IRL TRA 24/5/60/23 Italy DGPGF/SEGR/2/FO/ 000197...
  • Page 596: Technical Terms

    Technical terms (anti-lock braking system) (automatic gear selection) (distance-regulating cruise control) ABS is an integral component of the ->Control unit abbreviation ->Control unit abbreviation ® Telligent brake system (->BS). This System which automatically deter- Driving system which enables you to prevents the wheels from locking when mines and selects the best possible maintain a specified distance from the...
  • Page 597 Assist. Takes into consideration the service personnel. These values will current vehicle weight and any trailer/ Belt drive help the Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- semitrailer when distributing brake Drive connection from the engine to tre to diagnose and rectify malfunc- power. This always ensures that the the engine accessories, such as the al- tions more rapidly.
  • Page 598 Technical terms Control unit Drive train (Controller Area Network) Electronic component that controls the Collective term for all vehicle compo- Means that the control units are net- functions of the engine or transmis- nents which belong to the drive, such worked and exchange data with each sion, for example.
  • Page 599 Technical terms Engine number (electronic trailer brake) Number specified by the manufacturer (electronic pneumatic gearshift) ® Supplements the Telligent braking and marked on the cylinder head, by Transmission shifting which electroni- system which each engine can be clearly iden- cally transfers the shift pulses to the tified.
  • Page 600 Technical terms (radio remote control) (flame-start system) (drive control) The radio remote control can be used ->Control unit abbreviation ->Control unit abbreviation The flame-start system is a cold-start Electronic control module; incorporat- aid for use at very low outside temper- ing the functions of ->AG and the lock and unlock the driver's door atures (below –20 °C).
  • Page 601 Technical terms (base module) (Global System for Mobile Communica- (hydraulic pneumatic gearshift) ->Control unit abbreviation tions) Transmission shifting which transfers Central electronic module, which is The GSM standard establishes the the shift movements to the transmis- connected via the ->CAN to the front guidelines for constructing a cellular sion hydraulically.
  • Page 602 Technical terms LM rim Clutch operation (enhanced central locking system) (light metal rim) The enhanced central locking system Loading platform approach aid includes ->central locking for the driv- (communications gateway) When reverse gear is engaged, the dis- er's and co-driver's door, the electric Communications interface tance from an obstacle behind the vehi- power windows and electric sliding/...
  • Page 603 Stored measured values in the diagnos- settings for the ->driver information Engine start/stop function tics and results menus serve only as in- system. formation for service personnel. These values will help the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre to diagnose and rectify malfunctions more rapidly.
  • Page 604 Technical terms Network operator logo Identifying symbol for the mobile net- (particle filter system) (retarder control) work operator ->Control unit abbreviation ->Control unit abbreviation Rumble strip noise (power take-off, engine connected) (programmable special module) The lane assist warning sound repro- ->Control unit abbreviation duced over the vehicle audio system Interface for the connection of...
  • Page 605 Technical terms Speed index Stand-by position ® (short message service) Part of the tyre designation; indicates Function of the Telligent level control Mobile network service enabling small the speed range for which a tyre is per- ->NR. With sufficient reservoir pressure amounts of data to be sent and re- missible.
  • Page 606 Technical terms Tightening torque (Nm) Vehicle identification no. Force with which bolt connections, Number specified by the manufacturer (maintenance system) e.g. wheel bolts, are tightened. and affixed to the longitudinal member ->Control unit abbreviation Nm = Newton meters chassis, by which each vehicle can be Depending on the vehicle's operating ®...
  • Page 607 Technical terms Xenon headlamps An electric arc in the front Xenon head- (auxiliary steering) lamps generates light. A xenon lamp ->Control unit abbreviation delivers twice as much light as a mod- ern bulb with a heating filament. (central locking) When the vehicle is locked, the driver's (central data accumulator) and co-driver's doors lock at the same ->Control unit abbreviation...
  • Page 608: Index

    Index Air-recirculation mode 321 Audio menu 169 ABS 76 Alarm 178 Automatic air conditioning 315 ABS activation 87 Alarm menu 178 Automatic bulb check 379 ABS deactivated 85 Ambient lighting 142 Auxiliary air conditioning 323 ABS, event messages 79 Anti-lock braking system 76 Auxiliary heating 177, 327 ®...
  • Page 609 Index Brakes 371 Cassette player 364 Cigarette lighter 344 Brake system 77 CD player 363 Climate control 307 Braking with anti-lock protection 84 Central locking 103, 105 Clock 148 Breakdown assistance 540 Central locking system 34, 102 Clock menu 197 Breakdown equipment 39 Changing a wheel 494 Closing the sliding/tilting sunroof...
  • Page 610 Index Construction-site filter 326 Construction-site mode 229 Deleting SMS 170 Econometer 145 Continuous brake 261 Demisting 322 Electro-hydraulic cab tilting system 457 Control unit abbreviations 208 Demisting windows 322 Electromagnetic fan clutch lock-up 467 Converter and clutch unit 166 Diagnostics 207 Electronic-pneumatic Converter and clutch unit Diagnostics menu 207...
  • Page 611 Index Engine oils for use with bio-diesel Fuel additives 563 fuel 560 FAME fuels (bio-diesel fuels) 564, 566 Fuel consumption 369 Engine start/shutdown with cab Fifth-wheel coupling (low Fuel gauge 148 tilted 461 maintenance) 578 Fuel grade 562 Engine tunnel shelf 347 Fire extinguisher 39, 430 Fuel level 40 Engine type plate 555...
  • Page 612 Index High-pressure compressor 410 Gear indicator 219, 231 Hands-free system 74, 350 Hillholder 130 Gear lever 220, 232 Hazard warning lamps 137 HPS 214, 215, 434 Gearshift 214 Head restraint 120 Hydraulic lines 375 ® Telligent gearshift 225 Headlamp Hydro-pneumatic Gearshift unit 26 Headlamp setting 515 gearshift 54, 214, 215, 434, 470...
  • Page 613 Index Instrument panel switch units, centre section 28 Lamps 504, 505 Main-beam Interior ceiling lamp 504, 513 Lane assist 96 headlamps 60, 132, 134, 507 Interior lighting 138, 504, 505 Language menu 182 Maintenance 171 Switching off 140 Leading axle 297 Maintenance menu 171 Switching on 139 Level control 186, 290...
  • Page 614 Index Opening the door from the outside 36 Navigation system 73 Opening the maintenance flap 417 Parking 371 New SMS 169 Opening using the radio remote Parking brake 130 New SMS menu 169 control 35 Applying 62 Nightlight 141 Opening with the key 34 Release 52 Nummek trailing axle 489 Operating temperature 576...
  • Page 615 Index ® Preselected gearshift with Telligent Reservoir pressure 162 driver's choice 227 Radio 73, 359, 361 Reservoir pressure for brake Pressure 579 Radio and mobile communication circuits 1 and 2 149 Programmable special module equipment 74 Reservoir pressure in the compressed-air (PSM) 256 Radio mode arrow key menu 187 system 50, 575...
  • Page 616 Index Service due date 173, 174 Spare wheel location 491 Safety regulations for air conditioning 75 Service note 172 Special tools 432 Seat belt 46, 69 Service products 556 Speed limiter 578, 584 Checking the seat belts 414 Capacities 569 Split-shifter 217 Seats 41, 118 Setting clock mode 206...
  • Page 617 Index ® Steering Telligent gearshift 55, 218 Steering wheel play 51, 578 Tachograph 45, 251 Gearshift unit 220 ® Steering system/Telligent steering Tail lamps 504 Selecting neutral 221 ® system 490 Teach-in procedure 478 Telligent gearshift unit 26 ® STOP lamp 451 Telephone 73, 74, 169, 350 Telligent level control 290...
  • Page 618 Index Total distance recorder 144 Transmission oil viscosity 570 Towing 540, 542 Transmission-dependent Underride guard 100 Towing and tow-starting 540 power take-off 257 Units menu 205 Towing coupling, retrofitting 539 Trip computer 166 Units menu, temperature unit 205 Traction control (ASR) 87 Trip computer menu 166 Unlocking the driver's and co-driver's Trailer ID 165...
  • Page 619 Index Warning lamp 39, 431 Warning triangle 39, 431 Wearing seat belts 46 Wheel – fitting 501 Wheel nuts 370, 496 Tightening the wheel nuts 577 Tightening wheel nuts 392 Wheel nut tightening torques (Nm) 577 Wheel wrench 39 Wheelbrace 430 Wheels and tyres 491 Wind deflector 381 Windscreen cleaning platform 305...
  • Page 620: Editorial Office

    Contact Editorial office Mercedes-Benz will be happy to You are welcome to forward any queries answer any queries you may or suggestions you may have regarding have: the Operating Instructions to the technical documentation team at the following Mercedes-Benz contact...

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