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Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2014 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features described. This is also the case for safety-relevant systems and functions. Please contact your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer if you would like to have a printed Owner’s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle model years.
  • Page 2 G-Class Owner's Manual...
  • Page 3 Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: WARNING Warning notices draw your attention to haz- ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 4 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz The technical documentation team at Daimler AG wishes you safe and pleasant Before you first drive off, read this Owner's motoring. Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warn- ing notices in this manual.
  • Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 25 Introduction ......... 20 Safety ........... 37 Opening and closing ......71 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..87 Lights and windscreen wipers ..101 Climate control ......... 121 Driving and parking ......137 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 7 Index Alarm system 1, 2, 3 ... see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) All-wheel drive Function/notes ........ 67 Transfer case ......... 194 12 V socket ........267 AMG menu (on-board computer) ..217 Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-Theft Alarm system ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
  • Page 8 Index Belt tensioner Overview ........145 Problem (fault) ....... 153 Activation ......... 46 Blind Spot Assist Program selector button ....149 Pulling away ........140 Activating/deactivating ....212 Selector lever ........ 145 Activating/deactivating (on- Shift ranges ........150 board computer) ......212 Steering wheel gearshift paddles ...
  • Page 9 Index On the front-passenger seat .... 55 Problem (malfunction) ..... 58 Calling up a fault Rearward-facing restraint system ..56 see Display messages Recommendations ......62 Care Suitable positions ......58 Automatic car wash ....... 287 Top Tether ........53 Chrome parts .........
  • Page 10 Index COMAND Delayed switch-off see Separate operating instructions Exterior lighting (on-board com- Combination switch ......106 puter) ..........214 Constant headlamp mode Interior lighting ......214 Diagnostics connection ...... 22 see Daytime driving lights Consumption statistics (on-board Diesel ..........331 computer) ..........
  • Page 11 Index Displays in the multifunction dis- ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro- play ..........182 gram) ..........66 Driving tips ........184 Important safety guidelines ..... 65 Function/notes ......177 Overview .......... 65 Driving system Important safety notes ....177 Selecting ........179 Variable SPEEDTRONIC ....
  • Page 12 Index Switching on/off ......216 Notes about oil grades ....333 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Temperature (on-board com- bution) puter) ..........217 Display message ......223 Topping up ........283 Function/notes ........ 68 Viscosity ........334 ECO start/stop function Environmental protection Deactivating/activating ....
  • Page 13 Quality (diesel) ....... 331 Gearshift program Refuelling ........153 SETUP (on-board computer) ..218 Tank content/reserve fuel ..... 329 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 20 Fuel filler flap Genuine wood trim and trim strips Emergency release ......155 (cleaning instructions) ...... 291 Opening/closing ......
  • Page 14 Index Cleaning system (notes) ....335 Headlamps Cleaning ......... 289 Changing the battery ....... 75 Misting up ........108 Checking the battery ....... 75 Topping up the cleaning system ..285 Convenience opening feature ..82 see Automatic headlamp mode Display message ......
  • Page 15 (on-board computer) ..214 Memory card (audio) ......210 Turn signals ........106 Memory function ......... 99 see Interior lighting Mercedes-Benz Service Centre see Replacing bulbs see Qualified specialist workshop LIM indicator lamp Message memory (on-board com- Cruise control ........ 171 puter) ..........
  • Page 16 Index NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Settings menu ....... 212 Operation ......... 48 Standard display ......207 Resetting when triggered ....49 Telephone menu ......210 Notes on running in a new vehicle .. 138 Trip menu ........207 Vehicle submenu ......214 Operating safety Declaration of conformity ....
  • Page 17 Index PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Rear foglamp Indicator lamp ........39 Display message ......227 Problems (malfunctions) ....58 Switching on/off ......105 Permanent all-wheel drive Rear lamps Off-road system ......189 see Lights Rear seat bench Petrol ..........329 Folding into an upright position ..
  • Page 18 Index Roof load (maximum) ......336 Storing settings (memory func- Route (navigation) tion) ..........99 Switching seat heating on/off ..93 see Route guidance (navigation) Switching the seat ventilation on/ Route guidance (navigation) .... 208 off ............ 94 Securing a load ........260 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ..
  • Page 19 Index Surround lighting (on-board com- Spare fuses ........306 Spare wheel puter) ..........214 Fitting ..........317 Switching off the alarm (ATA) .... 69 Notes/data ........322 Spare wheel bracket at the rear ..296 Stainless-steel spare wheel cover .. 296 Tail lamps Specialist workshop ......
  • Page 20 Index Towing Resetting (on-board computer) ..208 Turn signals Important safety notes ....303 In the event of malfunctions ..305 Changing bulbs (front) ....115 Towing a trailer Switching on/off ......106 Two-way radio Axle load, permissible ....339 Trailer tow hitch ......
  • Page 21 Index Variable SPEEDTRONIC Distance warning signal ....253 Function/notes ......174 ESP® ..........247 Vehicle ESP® OFF ........248 Correct use ........23 Fuel tank ........251 Data acquisition ....... 24 LIM (cruise control) ......171 Display message ......239 LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ....
  • Page 22 Index Rear window wiper ......118 Replacing the wiper blades .... 118 Switching on/off ......117 Winter Driving in winter ......165 Winter operation ......312 Winter operation Overview ........312 Snow chains ........313 Winter tyres Limiting the speed (on-board com- puter) ..........
  • Page 23 EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your old vehicle takes the requirements of both nature and to dispose of it in an environmentally-respon- humanity into consideration.
  • Page 24 This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Only The Owner's Manual and the Service Booklet use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of are important documents and should be kept equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and in the vehicle.
  • Page 25 You can obtain further information from any dered invalid. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ! There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: Electromagnetic compatibility the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high...
  • Page 26 You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz ing the main inspection. Service Centre, for example.

  • Page 27: Copyright Information

    Information on licences for free and open- source software used in your vehicle and its assist in detecting and rectifying faults and electronic components is available on the fol- defects lowing website: analyse vehicle functions, e.g. after an acci- http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ dent opensource optimise vehicle functions...

  • Page 28: Table Of Contents

    Cockpit ..........26 Instrument cluster ......28 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 32 Centre console ........33 Overhead control panel ...... 35 Door control panel ......36...

  • Page 29: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Combination switch Steering wheel gearshift paddles Instrument cluster Horn Overhead control panel PARKTRONIC warning display Climate control systems Ignition lock Adjusts the steering wheel Cruise control lever Light switch Opens the bonnet...
  • Page 30 Cockpit Function Page PARKTRONIC warning display Overhead control panel Horn Instrument cluster Combination switch Steering wheel gearshift paddles Opens the bonnet Light switch Ignition lock Adjusts the steering wheel Cruise control lever Climate control systems...

  • Page 31: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Speedometer with segments Multifunction display Rev counter Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting control...
  • Page 32 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster: miles Function Page Speedometer with segments Multifunction display Rev counter Coolant temperature Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting control...
  • Page 33 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Dipped-beam head- % Diesel engine: pre- lamps glow ? Coolant ® ÷ ESP R Rear foglamp K Main-beam head- lamps O Foglamps J Brakes (yellow) ; Engine diagnostics · Distance warning 8 Reserve fuel #! Turn signals ®...

  • Page 34: Turn Signals

    Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page L Dipped-beam head- % Diesel engine: pre- lamps glow ? Coolant ® ÷ ESP R Rear foglamp K Main-beam head- lamps O Foglamps J Brakes (yellow) ; Engine diagnostics · Distance warning 8 Reserve fuel #! Turn signals ®...

  • Page 35: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Audio/COMAND display Selects a submenu or Switches on LINGUA- scrolls through lists TRONIC; see the separate operating instructions Confirms selections and hides messages Rejects or ends a call Exits telephone book/ Back redial memory...

  • Page 36: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND Online; see the £ Hazard warning separate operating instruc- lamps tions 4 5 PASSENGER Seat heating AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å ESP c PARKTRONIC &...
  • Page 37 Centre console Centre console, lower section Function Page Stowage compartment/ ashtray Automatic transmission selector lever Selects park position + Selects/deselects LOW RANGE off-road gear Stowage compartment Opens/closes the stowage compartment Cigarette lighter Audio controller; see the separate operating instruc- tions COMAND controller Switches the front wind- screen heating on/off...

  • Page 38: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- ¡ Opens/closes the hand reading lamp on/off sliding sunroof c Switches the front ë Deactivates the tow- interior lighting on away protection u Switches the rear Rear-view mirror interior lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door...

  • Page 39: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page n Activates/deacti- r 45 = vates the override feature Stores settings for the seat, for the side windows in the exterior mirrors and steer- rear compartment ing wheel (memory func- tion) W Opens/closes the side windows...
  • Page 40 Useful information ......38 Occupant safety ........38 Children in the vehicle ......50 Pets in the vehicle ......64 Driving safety systems ....... 65 Anti-theft systems ......68...

  • Page 41: Occupant Safety

    If it is necessary to modify an airbag system for a person with physical disabilities, contact secure their seat belts correctly a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for details. page 41) adjust the seat and head restraints prop- erly (...
  • Page 42 Occupant safety components of the restraint system are in Depending on the person in the front- operational readiness. passenger seat, the front-passenger front air- bag must either be disabled or enabled; see A malfunction has occurred if the 6 the following points. You must make sure of restraint system warning lamp: this both before and during a journey.
  • Page 43 Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The child restraint system must be Important safety notes appropriate to the age, weight and size of...
  • Page 44 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only only one person at a time uses a seat belt use seat belts which have been approved Do not transport infants or children if they specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes- are seated on the lap of a vehicle occupant.
  • Page 45 Occupant safety The shoulder section of the seat belt must always be routed across the centre of the shoulder. Adjust the belt sash guide if neces- sary. To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards. The belt sash guide engages in various posi- tions.
  • Page 46 Occupant safety Bracket for seat belt tongues Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt Belt buckle for fixed belt tongue outlet and engage fixed belt tongue ? in belt buckle ;. Release button for fixed belt tongue Fixed belt tongue Belt buckle for movable belt tongue Release button for movable belt tongue Movable belt tongue...
  • Page 47 Occupant safety mechanism. This could damage the door, Airbags the door trim panel and the seat belt. Dam- Introduction aged seat belts can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. The installation location of an airbag is iden- Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety Objects in the vehicle interior may pre- Only hold the steering wheel on the out- vent the airbag from functioning cor- side. This allows the airbag to be fully deployed. rectly. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the Always lean against the backrest while driv- airbag as it deploys, make sure that: ing.
  • Page 49 G-Class off-road vehicle. which have been triggered immediately replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop after an accident. Take this into account, particularly if a seat belt tensioner was triggered or an airbag was deployed.
  • Page 50 Occupant safety Only in rare cases will the bang affect your indicator lamp is off. Observe the information hearing. In general, the powder released is on the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator not hazardous to health but may cause short- lamp( page 39).
  • Page 51 If the system determines that, in this covers. situation, triggering can offer additional pro- tection, the seat belt tensioners are also trig- Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre gered. regarding the availability of suitable seat or head restraint covers. Windowbag on the side on which an impact...
  • Page 52 Occupant safety Resetting a triggered NECK-PRO head NECK-PRO luxury head restraints restraint/NECK-PRO luxury head restraint NECK-PRO head restraints Do not place your fingers between the cush- ion of the head restraint and the cover. Pay particular attention while resetting the NECK- PRO luxury head restraints.

  • Page 53: Children In The Vehicle

    For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises WARNING that you install a child restraint system on a If the child restraint system is placed in direct rear seat.
  • Page 54 ( page 58). All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- equipped with a child seat lock. When ena- mends that you only use a child restraint sys- bled, the child seat lock function ensures that...
  • Page 55 Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- rior and on the child restraint system. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems ISOFIX securing rings recommended by Mercedes-Benz. You can...
  • Page 56 Children in the vehicle Top Tether anchorages two ISOFIX child restraint systems are fitted on the left and right of the rear seats. Secure child restraint systems without an ISOFIX child seat securing system using the seat belts in the vehicle. When fitting a child restraint system, be sure to observe the man- ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- tions and the instructions for correct use of...
  • Page 57 The sensor system for the automatic child seat recognition in the front-passenger seat WARNING detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz If you secure a child in a forward-facing child child restraint system with transponders has restraint system on the front-passenger seat been fitted.
  • Page 58 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For shows you whether the front-passenger front this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises airbag is disabled. that you install a child restraint system on a Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition rear seat.
  • Page 59 Children in the vehicle Observe the following information under WARNING "Rearward-facing child restraint system" and If you secure a child in a child restraint system "Forward-facing child restraint system" as on the front-passenger seat and the well as information on the suitable position- PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is ing of the child restraint system off, the front-passenger front airbag can...
  • Page 60 Children in the vehicle by the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Always make sure that the shoul- der belt strap is correctly routed from the vehicle belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint system.
  • Page 61 Problems with automatic child seat recognition Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a trans- BAG OFF indicator ponder for automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the lamp on the centre con- front-passenger seat.
  • Page 62 Children in the vehicle Example: approval label on the child restraint system "Universal" category child restraint systems can be used on the seats indicated with U, UF or IUF according to the tables "Suitability of the seats for attaching belted child restraint systems"...
  • Page 63 Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems If you use a baby car seat of category 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system of category I on a rear seat, you must adjust the driver's or front-passenger seat so that the seat does not touch the child restraint system.
  • Page 64 Children in the vehicle If you use a category I, forward-facing child restraint system, you should remove the head restraint of the respective seat ( page 92), if possible. The backrest of the child restraint system must, as far as possible, lie flat against the backrest of the seat. Always observe the notes in the "Child restraint system"...
  • Page 65 55) and in "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 58). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt Weight catego-...
  • Page 66 Children in the vehicle Recommended "Universal"/"Semi-Universal" category ISOFIX child restraint sys- tems Weight Size cate- Manufac- Type Approval Order Auto- catego- gory turer number matic number ries (E1 ...) child seat recogni- tion Carry-cot – – – – – – –...

  • Page 67: Pets In The Vehicle

    Pets in the vehicle Override feature for the rear side win- restraint system. They could injure them- dows selves on parts of the vehicle. They could also be seriously or even fatally injured by pro- longed exposure to extreme heat or cold. Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight.

  • Page 68: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Driving safety systems overview Important safety notes In this section, you will find information about Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- the following driving safety systems: tion ( page 65). ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) WARNING page 65)
  • Page 69 Driving safety systems tions as a reminder to take extra care while If you brake sharply from a speed of more driving. than 70 km/h to a standstill, the hazard warn- ing lamps are activated automatically. If the brakes are applied again, the brake lamps Off-road ABS light up continuously.
  • Page 70 Driving safety systems Observe the information on warning lamps Traction control is no longer active above a page 247) and any display messages that speed of approximately 60 km/h. appear in the instrument cluster Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi- page 221).

  • Page 71: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems remains deactivated when the engine is ® In this situation, ESP assists you and can switched on again. detect if the vehicle/trailer combination ® begins to lurch. ESP slows the vehicle down ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- by braking and limiting the engine output until lowing situations:...
  • Page 72 Anti-theft systems The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from The alarm is not switched off, even if you being started without the correct key. close the open door that has triggered it, for example. The immobiliser is always deactivated when you start the engine. Tow-away protection ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Function...
  • Page 73 Anti-theft systems Deactivating Remove the key from the ignition lock. Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up briefly. Lock the vehicle with the key. Tow-away protection remains deactivated until the vehicle is unlocked and locked again. Interior motion sensor Function Remove the key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 74 Useful information ......72 Key ............72 Doors ............ 78 Rear door ..........80 Side windows ........81 Sliding sunroof ........82...

  • Page 75: Useful Information

    Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the key, This Owner's Manual describes all mod- the key could be unintentionally turned in the els, series and optional equipment for your ignition lock. This could cause the engine to vehicle that were available at the time of be switched off.
  • Page 76 To unlock centrally: press the % but- WARNING ton. If you attach heavy or large objects to the key, If you do not open the vehicle within the key could be unintentionally turned in the approximately 40 seconds of unlocking: ignition lock.
  • Page 77 To change the setting: press and hold If you unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element, the fuel filler flap will not be down the % and & buttons simulta- unlocked automatically. neously for approximately six seconds until battery check lamp : flashes twice. To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the key into the ignition lock.
  • Page 78 Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe- cialist workshop or to a col- lection point for used batter- ies. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Checking the battery Battery compartment cover Emergency key element Press emergency key element ;...
  • Page 79 Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover : and then press to close it. Insert the emergency key element into the key. Check the function of all key buttons on the vehicle.
  • Page 80 Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle from a dis- using the key.
  • Page 81 Doors Doors Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open doors, thereby endangering other per- sons or road users get out and be struck by oncoming traffic operate vehicle equipment and become Pull door handle ;. trapped, for example If the door is locked, locking knob : pops In addition, the children could also set the...

  • Page 82: Doors

    Doors Therefore, you could be locked out if: the vehicle is being pushed. the vehicle is being towed. the vehicle is being tested on a dynamom- eter. You can also activate and deactivate the auto- matic locking function using the on-board computer ( page 215).

  • Page 83: Rear Door

    Rear door Locking the vehicle Rear door If your vehicle can no longer be locked cen- Important safety notes trally with the key, use the emergency key WARNING element. Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust Close the front-passenger door, the rear gases such as carbon monoxide.

  • Page 84: Side Windows

    Side windows Closing WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Push the rear door closed from outside the they could: vehicle. open doors, thereby endangering other per- If necessary, lock the vehicle with the & sons or road users button on the key.

  • Page 85: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- Problems with the side windows tion. WARNING To open: press the corresponding switch. Closing the side windows with increased force To close: pull the corresponding switch. or without the anti-entrapment feature could To open automatically: press the corre- lead to serious or even fatal injury.
  • Page 86 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the sliding sun- If somebody becomes trapped: roof release the switch immediately, or during automatic operation, press the switch briefly in any direction The opening or closing procedure will be stop- ped. WARNING If children operate the sliding sunroof they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised.
  • Page 87 Sliding sunroof Open the rear door. Pull off edge protection : from the door pillar in the direction of arrow ;. Pull away rear panel trim = as far as nec- essary in the direction of arrow ? until the electrical connections can be accessed.
  • Page 88 Sliding sunroof If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly: Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks, pull the ¡ switch in the over- head control panel down to the point of resistance and hold it until the sliding sun- roof is closed.
  • Page 90 Useful information ......88 Correct driver's seat position .... 88 Seats ............ 89 Steering wheel ........94 Mirrors ..........96 Memory functions ....... 99...

  • Page 91: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position you have moved the backrest to an almost Useful information vertical position. you have set the seat angle so that your This Owner's Manual describes all mod- thighs are gently supported. els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of you can depress the pedals properly.

  • Page 92: Seats

    Seats Seats support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off. Important safety notes Make sure that you do not interchange the WARNING head restraints of the front and rear seats If children adjust the seats, they could when adjusting the head restraints.
  • Page 93 Seats ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat You can find further information about heating, observe the following information: enlarging the luggage compartment (fold- ing the rear bench seat forwards) on do not spill any liquids on the seats. If page 260).
  • Page 94 Seats Observe the following when adjusting the hand side bolster : into the desired posi- head restraints: tion. To adjust the angle of the head Do not interchange the head restraints of restraint: pull or push the head restraint in the front and rear seats.
  • Page 95 Seats Adjusting the rear seat head restraint Adjusting the multicontour seat height To adjust the thigh cushion If the head restraint is fully lowered, it is To adjust the backrest contour in the lum- necessary to press release catch :. bar region To raise: pull the head restraint up to the To adjust the backrest contour in the...
  • Page 96 Seats The system automatically switches off Switching the seat heating on/off approximately 35 minutes after it is set to General notes level 1. WARNING Switching the rear seat heating on/off If you repeatedly switch on seat heating, the seat cushion and backrest padding may become very hot.

  • Page 97: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Switching the seat ventilation on/off If one or all of the indicator lamps in the seat Switching on/off ventilation button are flashing, the seat ven- tilation has switched off automatically. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on.
  • Page 98 Steering wheel To activate: make sure that the key is in Adjusting the steering wheel position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Turn the catch in the direction of arrow :. Indicator lamp = lights up. To deactivate: make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 99 Mirrors Position of the steering wheel when the Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea- EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active ture The steering wheel moves upwards and Important safety notes towards the dashboard if: WARNING you remove the key from the ignition lock or When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts you open the driver's door with the key in the steering wheel and the driver's seat, you...

  • Page 100: Mirrors

    Mirrors Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 139). Briefly press button :. Both exterior mirrors fold in or out. Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while driving. They could otherwise vibrate.
  • Page 101 Mirrors Exterior mirror pushed out of position Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition Press button : repeatedly until you hear lock ( page 139). the mirror engage in position. Press button ;...

  • Page 102: Memory Functions

    Memory functions Press memory button M ? and one of the Memory functions arrows on adjustment button = within Storing settings three seconds. The parking position is stored if the exterior WARNING mirror does not move. If you use the memory function on the driver's If the mirror moves out of position, repeat side while driving, the adjustments could the steps.
  • Page 103 Memory functions Make sure that the key is in position 2 page 139) in the ignition lock or that the respective door is open. Adjust the seat ( page 90) and head restraint ( page 90). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 95) and the exterior mirrors page 96).
  • Page 104 Useful information ......102 Exterior lighting ........ 102 Interior lighting ......... 108 Replacing bulbs ......... 112 Windscreen wipers ......117...

  • Page 105: Exterior Lighting

    Important safety notes to legal standards. Avoid the continuous use of the T side lamps for several For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- hours. If possible, switch on the X right mends that you drive with the lights switched or the W left parking lamp.
  • Page 106 Exterior lighting Daytime driving lights The exterior lighting (except the side lamps/ parking lamps) switches off automatically if you: remove the key from the ignition lock open the driver's door with the key in posi- tion 0 Dipped-beam headlamps Left-hand parking lamps Right-hand parking lamps Side lamps, licence plate and instru- ment cluster lighting...
  • Page 107 Exterior lighting The automatic headlamp feature is only an conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle accident. lighting at all times. In such situations, turn the light switch to The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid.
  • Page 108 Exterior lighting Press the N button. To switch on the rear foglamp: turn the The green N indicator lamp in the instru- key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start ment cluster lights up. the engine. To switch off the front foglamps: press Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
  • Page 109 Exterior lighting To switch on: turn the light switch to T. Headlamp cleaning system The headlamps are cleaned automatically if the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is oper- Parking lamps ated ten times ( page 117) while the lights are on and the engine is running. When you switch off the ignition, the automatic head- lamp cleaning system is reset and counting is resumed from 0.
  • Page 110 Exterior lighting Main-beam headlamps Headlamp flasher Main-beam headlamps Main-beam headlamps Turn signal, right Turn signal, right Headlamp flasher Headlamp flasher Turn signal, left Turn signal, left To switch on the main-beam head- To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lamps: turn the key in the ignition lock to lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine.

  • Page 111: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting The hazard warning lamps switch on auto- The cornering light function may remain lit for matically if: a short time, but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes. an airbag is deployed or the seat belt tensioner is deployed or the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a Headlamps and turn signals misted speed of above 70 km/h and comes to a...
  • Page 112 Interior lighting Automatic interior lighting control p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off Switches the automatic interior lighting control on Front overhead control panel p Switches the left-hand front reading lamp on/off Rear-compartment overhead control panel c Switches the front interior lighting p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off t Switches luggage compartment/...
  • Page 113 Interior lighting When a front door is opened, the front interior To switch on: press the c symbol on lighting comes on. When a rear door is switch B. opened, the rear interior lighting comes on. To switch off: set switch B to the centre The courtesy light is also switched on auto- position.
  • Page 114 Interior lighting ! Do not close the rear door while lock : is Open the rear door. engaged at the bottom. Otherwise, you To switch off with the tailgate open: could damage lock :. press lock : down in the direction of the arrow until it engages.

  • Page 115: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs glass tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and Courtesy lighting in the front doors rub it off with a lint-free cloth. The courtesy light is switched on to help you Protect bulbs from moisture during opera- see better when it is dark. tion.
  • Page 116 Replacing bulbs You can replace the following bulbs: side lamps/parking lamps front foglamp/cornering light with foglamp function turn signal lamp (front) brake/tail lamp turn signal lamp (rear) tail lamp/parking lamp reversing lamp rear foglamp Turn signal lamp: P 21 W (vehicles with Other bulbs white lamp lenses PY 21 W (yellow)) Parking/side lamp: W 5 W blue...
  • Page 117 Replacing bulbs Replacing the front bulbs Side lamps/parking lamps Remove headlamp A. Lightly press bulb holder B; at the same time, turn it anti-clockwise and pull it out. Switch off the lights. Loosen screws : but do not remove. Remove panel ; upwards in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 118 Replacing bulbs Front foglamps/cornering lamps with foglamp function Hold lamp A. Lightly press bulb holder B, turn it anti- clockwise to the stop and pull it out. Switch off the lights. Unscrew screws :. Remove cover ;. Take bulb C out of bulb holder B. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder B.
  • Page 119 Replacing bulbs Switch off the lights. Switch off the lights. Unscrew screws :. Unscrew screws :. Remove lens ;. Remove lens ;. Turn signals Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight Brake/tail lamp pressure, and remove it from the bulb holder. Tail lamp/parking lamp Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and Turn the corresponding bulb anti-clock-...

  • Page 120: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers If it is necessary to operate the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid. ! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on the windscreen/rear window after the vehi- cle has been washed in an automatic car wash, this may be due to wax or other res- idue.
  • Page 121 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Combination switch the wiper blades changed at a qualified è Switch specialist workshop.
  • Page 122 Windscreen wipers Removing the wiper blade Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated correctly. Fold wiper arm : back onto the wind- screen. Problems with the windscreen wipers The windscreen wipers are obstructed Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen wiper movement.
  • Page 124 Useful information ......122 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 122 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 124 Adjusting the air vents ..... 135...

  • Page 125: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems desired vehicle interior temperature will be Useful information reached more quickly. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- The integrated filter can filter out most els, series and optional equipment for your particles of dust and completely filters out vehicle that were available at the time of pollen.
  • Page 126 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMATIC automatic climate control (2-zone) To set the temperature, left ( page 126) To demist the windscreen ( page 127) To switch the ZONE function on/off ( page 127) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 125) To switch the rear window heating on/off ( page 128)
  • Page 127 Operating the climate control system Operating the climate control system Switching climate control on/off Points to observe before use If climate control is switched off, the air supply and air circulation are also switched off. Only select this setting briefly. Other- wise, the windows may mist up.
  • Page 128 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist up more quickly.
  • Page 129 Operating the climate control system To deactivate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button goes out. The cooling with air dehumidification func- tion has a delayed switch-off feature. Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function When you press the Á...

  • Page 130: Operating The Climate Control System

    Operating the climate control system The cooling with air dehumidification func- Switching the ZONE function on/off tion remains on. Air-recirculation mode To switch on: press the á button. remains deactivated. The indicator lamp in the á button lights Press the à button. The temperature setting for the driver's The indicator lamp in the ¬...
  • Page 131 Operating the climate control system Switching the windscreen heating Switching the rear window heating on/off on/off Switching on/off Turn the key to position 2 ( page 139) in the ignition lock. Press the ª button. The indicator lamp in the ª button lights up or goes out.
  • Page 132 Operating the climate control system To deactivate: press the Á button. Air-recirculation mode is automatically activated at high levels of pollution or at The indicator lamp in the Á button goes high outside temperatures. When air-recir- out. culation mode is activated automatically, Residual heat is deactivated automati- the indicator lamp in the d button is not cally:...
  • Page 133 Operating the climate control system when the system is set to automatic mode. When the auxiliary heating is switched on, Set the temperature to 22 †. make sure that: The auxiliary heating/ventilation can be acti- no flammable materials come into contact vated or deactivated using the remote control with hot vehicle components or the button on the centre console.
  • Page 134 Operating the climate control system Switching the auxiliary heating/venti- Switching on the auxiliary heating/venti- lation lation on/off using the remote control Auxiliary heating remote control To activate/deactivate the auxiliary heat- Display Press button :. . To check the status/set the depar- The red or blue indicator lamp in button : ture time lights up.
  • Page 135 Operating the climate control system Switching on the auxiliary heating/venti- A departure time has lation been activated. The aux- Press the u button. iliary ventilation is cur- ON ON is shown in the remote control display. rently selected. The departure time appears Switching off the auxiliary heating/venti- in the display.

  • Page 136: Press The , Or . Button

    Operating the climate control system Deactivating a set departure time Press the , or . button. The status of the auxiliary heating is shown in the display. Press the . button. The first departure time stored appears in the display. Press the ^ button.
  • Page 137 Operating the climate control system Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is faulty. FAIL Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary.

  • Page 138: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions If the auxiliary heating is faulty: Have the auxiliary heating checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the centre air vents Important safety notes WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents.
  • Page 139 Adjusting the air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel = to the left or right. Setting the rear-compartment air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel : up or down. To set the air direction: move slider ; for the corresponding rear-compartment air vent to the left, right, up or down.
  • Page 140 Useful information ......138 Running-in notes ....... 138 Driving ..........138 Automatic transmission ....145 Refuelling ........... 153 Parking ..........160 Driving tips ........162 Driving systems ........ 170 Off-road driving systems ....194 Towing a trailer ......... 198...

  • Page 141: Useful Information

    Driving After 1,500 km, you may gradually bring the Useful information vehicle up to full road and engine speeds. Additional running-in notes for AMG vehicles: This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your for the first 1,500 km do not drive at speeds vehicle that were available at the time of above 140 km/h.
  • Page 142 Driving ! AMG vehicles: at low engine oil temper- WARNING atures (below +20 †), the maximum Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage engine speed is restricted in order to pro- of the pedals, e.g.: tect the engine. To protect the engine and shoes with thick soles maintain smooth engine operation, avoid shoes with high heels...
  • Page 143 Driving To start a diesel engine: turn the key to Starting the vehicle position 2 ( page 139) in the ignition lock. Important safety notes The % preglow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. WARNING When the % preglow indicator lamp Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust goes out, turn the key to position 3 gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 144 Driving Release the brake pedal. Hill start assist will not function if: Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. you are pulling away on a level road or a downhill gradient. It is only possible to shift the automatic the transmission is in position N. transmission from position P to a different the parking brake is applied.
  • Page 145 Driving symbol is lit yellow in the multifunction dis- tifunction display. In addition, the Stop/ Stop/ play. Start active Start active message is shown in the AMG menu in the multifunction display. In addition, the Stop/Start inactive Stop/Start inactive mes- sage is shown in the AMG menu in the multi- If the conditions for automatic engine function display.
  • Page 146 Driving Automatic engine start If not all conditions for automatic engine switch-off are fulfilled, the ¤ symbol is The engine is started automatically if: shown in yellow. general: In addition, the Stop/Start inactive Stop/Start inactive mes- you switch off the ECO start/stop func- sage is shown in the AMG menu in the multi- tion by pressing the ECO button function display.
  • Page 147 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting to start the engine again.

  • Page 148: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine ture display is showing is no longer being cooled sufficiently. more than 120 †. A Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to display message may cool down.
  • Page 149 Automatic transmission The current transmission position P, R, N or D Park position P is automatically engaged if: appears in the transmission position display you remove the key from the ignition lock in the multifunction display. you open the driver's door while travelling at low speed in transmission position D or Transmission position and drive pro- gram display...
  • Page 150 Automatic transmission Children could also set the vehicle in motion, There is a risk of an accident and injury. for example by: When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave releasing the parking brake children unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 151 Automatic transmission Transmission positions Changing gear The automatic transmission shifts to the indi- Park position vidual gears automatically when it is in trans- This prevents the vehicle from roll- mission position D. Gearshifting is deter- ing away when stopped. Do not mined by: shift the transmission into position a shift range restriction, if selected...
  • Page 152 Automatic transmission Selecting the drive program DISTRONIC PLUS or SPEEDTRONIC is acti- vated. Shift the transfer case into off-road driving position LOW RANGE on extreme uphill gradients or steep downhill gradients page 194). Program selector button General notes The program selector button allows you to Program selector button (except for AMG vehicles) choose between drive programs with differ- ent driving characteristics.
  • Page 153 Automatic transmission steering wheel gearshift paddles : and ; Shift ranges page 150). Introduction In the manual drive program you can change gears manually using steering wheel gearshift When the automatic transmission is in posi- paddles : and ;( page 151). tion D, it is possible to restrict or derestrict the shift range.
  • Page 154 Automatic transmission Derestricting the shift range Activating the manual drive program Pull the right-hand steering wheel gearshift Shift the transmission to position D. paddle ( page 149). Press the program selector button repeat- The automatic transmission shifts up one edly until M appears in the multifunction gear and restricts the shift range to the rel- display;...
  • Page 155 Automatic transmission Selecting the optimum gear for maxi- mum acceleration Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift paddle until the transmission selects the optimum gear for the current speed. Deactivating the manual drive program Press the program selector button repeat- edly until C or S appears in the multifunc- tion display.
  • Page 156 Refuelling Problems with the automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
  • Page 157 Refuelling If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash point of this fuel mixture is lower than that of pure diesel fuel. When the engine is running, components in the exhaust system may over- heat unnoticed. There is a risk of fire. Never refuel with petrol.

  • Page 158: Refuelling

    Refuelling ® Open the rear door. AdBlue vehicles: do not confuse the fuel ® filler cap with the blue AdBlue filler cap. Pull off edge protection :. Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder Remove rear wall trim ;. bracket on the inside of filler flap ?.
  • Page 159 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Turn the key to position 0 ( page 139) immediately and remove Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
  • Page 160 Further information about BlueTEC exhaust To function properly, BlueTEC exhaust gas ® gas aftertreatment and about AdBlue aftertreatment must be operated with the be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service ® reducing agent AdBlue Centre. ® When the supply of AdBlue...
  • Page 161 Refuelling Fluctuations in capacity will thus be avoi- ® Take care not to allow AdBlue to come in ded. Filling a vehicle standing on an uneven contact with skin, eyes or clothing. surface is not permitted. There is a danger ®...
  • Page 162 Turn disposable hose ; on the filler neck of the vehicle anti-clockwise and remove it. ® AdBlue refill bottles are available at many Turn disposable hose ; on the opening of filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service ® AdBlue refill canister : anti-clockwise ® Centre. AdBlue refill canisters are often sold and remove it.
  • Page 163 AdBlue refill bottles are available at many To close the fuel filler flap, press it in the filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service direction of arrow :. Centre. Refill bottles without a threaded seal offer no protection against overfilling.

  • Page 164: Parking

    Parking Vehicles with automatic transmission WARNING Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Shift the transmission to position P. twigs may ignite if they come into contact with Turn the key to position 0 ( page 139) in hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust the ignition lock and remove it.

  • Page 165: Driving Tips

    Driving tips To release: depress the brake pedal and Braking keep it depressed. Important safety notes The selector lever lock is released. Pull parking brake ; up firmly. WARNING Press release button : on parking If you shift down on a slippery road surface in brake ;...
  • Page 166 Mercedes-Benz vehicles or brakes. which correspond to an equivalent quality standard. Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or Wet road surfaces which are not of an equivalent quality could If driving in heavy rain for a prolonged period affect your vehicle's operating safety.
  • Page 167 Driving tips In order to prevent corrosion and a reduction If you must drive on stretches of road on in the braking power of the parking brake, which water has collected, please bear in observe the following: mind that: pull the parking brake upwards with the the maximum permissible fording depth in release button depressed from time to time still water depends on the vehicle equip-...
  • Page 168 Driving tips Water offers a high degree of resistance, window on the side of the vehicle that is not the ground is slippery and, in some cases, facing into the wind. unstable. Therefore, it is difficult and dan- gerous to pull away in the water. WARNING Ensure that a bow wave does not form as If you have fitted snow chains to the front...
  • Page 169 Driving tips Changes in the outside temperature are dis- assemblies or systems to fail. Adapt your played after a short delay. driving style to the conditions of the terrain. Drive carefully. Have vehicle damage rectified Indicated temperatures just above the freez- immediately at a qualified specialist work- ing point do not guarantee that the road sur- shop.
  • Page 170 Driving tips Make sure that items of luggage and loads Information about retrofitting special all- are stowed safely and are well secured terrain tyres is available from any qualified page 261). specialist workshop. To avoid damaging the vehicle, make sure Do not use the HOLD function when driv- there is always sufficient ground clearance.
  • Page 171 Driving tips promptly and reduce the risk of an accident to Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resist- yourself and other road users. ance. Otherwise, the vehicle could dig itself into the sand. Shift the transfer case to HIGH Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if pos- RANGE( page 194).
  • Page 172 Driving tips Drive slowly. Accelerate gently and make sure that the wheels are gripping. Avoid high engine speeds, except when driving on sandy and muddy routes with high driving resistance. Use the braking power of the engine when driving down a slope. Observe the engine speed;...

  • Page 173: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Drive slowly. Do not use cruise control: Do not drive at an angle down steep in traffic conditions that do not allow you to inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive drive at a constant speed, e.g. heavy traffic, with the front wheels aligned straight.
  • Page 174 Driving systems Selecting cruise control You can operate cruise control and variable SPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever. When you activate cruise control, the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for five seconds. ® If an AdBlue display message is shown in the multifunction display, you will no longer be able to use the full range of cruise control functions.
  • Page 175 Driving systems To activate at the current speed/last stored speed To activate or reduce speed To switch between cruise control and var- iable SPEEDTRONIC To deactivate cruise control You can store the current speed if you are driving faster than 30 km/h. Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed.
  • Page 176 Driving systems Making adjustments in 10 km/h incre- To activate or reduce speed ments To switch between cruise control and var- iable SPEEDTRONIC To deactivate cruise control Bear in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to the set speed.
  • Page 177 Driving systems If you fail to adapt your driving style, SPEED- To switch between cruise control and var- TRONIC can neither reduce the risk of acci- iable SPEEDTRONIC dent nor override the laws of physics. SPEED- To deactivate cruise control TRONIC cannot take account of road, weather There are several ways to deactivate cruise and traffic conditions.
  • Page 178 Driving systems the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for To store the current speed or a lower braking in good time and for staying in lane. speed Only engage SPEEDTRONIC when the current To switch between cruise control and var- road, weather and traffic conditions permit it iable SPEEDTRONIC to be done safely.
  • Page 179 Driving systems If this is the case, you will hear a warning G 350 BlueTEC, the Limit Limit message in the tone and the Limit exceeded Limit exceeded, or for the multifunction display. G 350 BlueTEC model, the Limit Limit message If no speed is stored, variable SPEED- appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 180 Driving systems Making adjustments in 10 km/h incre- There are several ways to deactivate variable ments SPEEDTRONIC: Briefly press the cruise control lever for- wards B. Briefly press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow A. LIM indicator lamp ; in the cruise control lever goes out.
  • Page 181 Driving systems front, you will be warned visually and acous- As a result, DISTRONIC PLUS may neither give tically. Without your intervention, DISTRONIC warnings nor intervene in such situations. PLUS cannot prevent a collision. An intermit- There is a risk of an accident. tent warning tone will then sound and the dis- Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- tance warning lamp will light up in the instru-...
  • Page 182 Driving systems to maintain the preset distance to the vehicle cruise control lever in the direction of arrow in front. If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC LIM indicator lamp = on the cruise control PLUS operates in the same way as cruise lever indicates which function you have selec- control in the speed range between 30 km/h ted:...
  • Page 183 Driving systems Activating while driving Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, or press it up : or down A. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. DISTRONIC PLUS can only be activated when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds below 30 km/h if a vehicle in front has been detected.
  • Page 184 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS If these conditions are met, your vehicle is accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted Pulling away and driving if changing lanes takes too long or if the dis- tance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front becomes too small.
  • Page 185 Driving systems Displays in the instrument cluster In the Assistance menu ( page 212) of the on-board computer, you can select the dis- Displays in the speedometer tance display. Select the Distance display Distance display function using the on-board computer. Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- Example: DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speed- ometer...
  • Page 186 Driving systems Setting a speed Setting the specified minimum distance To store the current speed or a higher You can set the specified minimum distance speed for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span To store the current speed or a lower between one and two seconds.
  • Page 187 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS passenger door or one of the rear doors is open the vehicle has skidded If DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the DISTRONIC PLUS off DISTRONIC PLUS off message in the multi- function display for approximately five sec- onds.
  • Page 188 Driving systems Vehicles that are not driving in the middle DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the of their lane vehicle in front on the edge of the carriage- way, because of its narrow width. The dis- tance to the vehicle in front will be too short. Obstructions and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles which are not driving in the middle of their...
  • Page 189 Driving systems Monitoring range of the sensors Blind Spot Assist Important safety notes WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles: overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area when the difference in the speed of approach and overtaking is too great As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn drivers in these situations.
  • Page 190 Driving systems Indicator and warning display The brightness of the indicator/warning lamps is adjusted automatically according to WARNING the ambient light. Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles: Collision warning overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area when the difference in the speed of approach and overtaking is too great As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn...
  • Page 191 Driving systems MAP PILOT is connected, see the separate The braking effect is cancelled and the HOLD operating instructions. function is deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away. Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activa- ted in the on-board computer Do not use the HOLD function when driv- page 212).
  • Page 192 This may damage the transfer case. ieved. Damage of this sort is not covered by the Information about driving off-road Mercedes-Benz implied warranty. All page 166). wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Observe the instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels in full contact with the ground.
  • Page 193 Driving systems PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your PARKTRONIC vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper Important safety notes and four sensors in the rear bumper. ! When parking, pay particular attention to Range of the sensors objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars.
  • Page 194 Driving systems Front sensors ted on the roof lining in the rear compart- ment. Centre Approx. 100 cm The warning display for each side of the vehi- Corners Approx. 60 cm cle is divided into five yellow and two red seg- ments.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Towing a trailer PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection between your vehicle and a trailer.
  • Page 196 Make sure that there are no persons, animals Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use or objects in range while manoeuvring and a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this parking. purpose. Under the following circumstances, the reversing camera will not function, or will...

  • Page 197: Off-Road Driving Systems

    Off-road driving systems Activating/deactivating the reversing Off-road driving systems camera Transfer case General notes The vehicle has permanent all-wheel drive. The front and rear axles are constantly driven. For further information on driving off-road, see ( page 166). Shift ranges WARNING If you do not wait for the transfer case gear Reversing camera...
  • Page 198 Off-road driving systems is interrupted. As a result, the vehicle could roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Secure the vehicle with the parking brake, and on uphill or downhill gradients, also secure it with a device such as a wheel chock. Always wait for the gear change process from HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE and from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE to complete.
  • Page 199 Off-road driving systems If the gear change is not completed, the fol- If the gear change is not completed, the fol- lowing messages could appear in the display: lowing messages could appear in the display: page 232). TC shift conditions not fulfilled TC shift conditions not fulfilled If the transfer case is in neutral, the key is One or more shift conditions has not been...
  • Page 200 Off-road driving systems Engaging the differential locks Engage the differential locks: off-road Important safety notes ® to deactivate ABS, 4ETS, ESP and BAS WARNING when off-road If you engage the differential locks when driv- when fording ing on a firm, high-traction surface, the steer- Further information on driving off-road ability of the vehicle is severely impaired.

  • Page 201: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Differential lock for the front axle even cause the braking system to fail. There is a risk of an accident. To engage: press switch ;. Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Do The yellow activation indicator lamp lights not simultaneously depress both the brake up first, followed by the red function indi- pedal and the accelerator pedal while driving.
  • Page 202 For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- table in the fuel filler flap ( page 314). imum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer.
  • Page 203 Towing a trailer permissible maximum speed for vehicle/ Trailer with 7-pin connector trailer combinations is above 100 km/h. General notes When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling characteristics will be different in comparison You can make a connection to the 13-pin to when driving without a trailer and it will socket on the ball coupling using an adapter consume more fuel.
  • Page 204 Useful information ......202 Important safety notes ....202 Displays and operation ....203 Menus and submenus ...... 206 Display messages ......219 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......242...

  • Page 205: Useful Information

    Important safety notes You must observe the legal requirements for Useful information the country in which you are currently driving when operating the on-board computer. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- For an illustration of the instrument cluster; els, series and optional equipment for your see ( page 203).

  • Page 206: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Displays and operation Instrument cluster Instrument cluster: kilometres Speedometer with segments ( page 204) Multifunction display ( page 206) Rev counter ( page 204) Coolant temperature ( page 204) Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting ( page 204) Instrument cluster: miles Speedometer with segments ( page 204)
  • Page 207 Displays and operation Coolant temperature ( page 204) Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting ( page 204) Instrument cluster lighting Outside temperature display The brightness control knob is located at the You should pay special attention to road con- lower left-hand section of the instrument ditions when temperatures are around freez- cluster ( page 203).
  • Page 208 Displays and operation Left control panel Operating the on-board computer Overview Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Scrolls through lists Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects a stored station, an audio track or a video scene In the (telephone) menu:...

  • Page 209: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Time Adjusts the volume Transfer case position ( page 194) To show menu bar ?: press the = Mute or ; button on the steering wheel. Menu bar ? disappears after a few seconds. Back button Text field = shows the selected menu or Press briefly: submenu as well as display messages.
  • Page 210 Menus and submenus Settings Settings menu (settings) ( page 212) the ignition has been switched off for more than four hours menu in AMG vehicles ( page 217) 999 hours have been exceeded 9,999 kilometres have been exceeded Trip menu From reset From reset trip computer is automati-...
  • Page 211 Menus and submenus Resetting values Route guidance not active Direction of travel Example: resetting the trip computer "From start" Current road Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. Route guidance active Press the 9 or : button to select the function that you wish to reset.
  • Page 212 Menus and submenus approach the point of the announced change Audio menu of direction. Selecting a radio station Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation Waveband Station frequency with memory position Road to which the change of direction Station ; is displayed with the station leads frequency or station name.
  • Page 213 Menus and submenus Operating audio devices or media Switch on COMAND Online and select video DVD; see the separate operating instructions. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Audio Audio menu. To select the next or previous scene: briefly press the 9 or : button.
  • Page 214 ® mobile phones via Bluetooth for a name: press the 6 or a button to start dialling. from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre on the Internet at http:// If there is more than one number for a www.mercedes-benz.com/connect particular name: press the 6 or a button to display the numbers.
  • Page 215 Menus and submenus Press the 6 or a button to start dial- For further information about Blind Spot ling. Assist, see ( page 186). To exit the redial memory: press the Service menu ~ or % button. Assistance menu Introduction Example: Service menu In the Serv.
  • Page 216 Menus and submenus Selecting the permanent display function Changing the convenience settings page 216) You can determine whether the multifunction Restoring the factory settings display permanently shows your speed or the page 217) outside temperature. Press the = or ; button on the steer- Instrument cluster ing wheel to select the Settings...
  • Page 217 Menus and submenus Surround lighting and exterior lighting side lamps delayed switch-off foglamps Press the = or ; button on the steer- dipped-beam headlamps ing wheel to select the Settings Settings menu. daytime driving lights Press the : or 9 button to select the surround lighting in the exterior mirrors Light Light...
  • Page 218 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating the automatic enclosed spaces, or if the vehicle is stuck in locking feature snow. There is a risk of fatal injuries. If you activate the Automatic door locks Automatic door locks You should switch off the auxiliary heating in function, the vehicle is centrally locked above enclosed spaces which do not have an extrac- a speed of approximately 15 km/h.
  • Page 219 Menus and submenus Comfort ing continues to heat for a further five minutes and then switches off. The auxiliary Activating/deactivating the EASY- heating selects the temperature setting of the ENTRY/EXIT feature THERMATIC automatic climate control. WARNING You can switch off the auxiliary heating by using the remote control or the &...
  • Page 220 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the : or 9 button to select No No ing wheel to select the Settings Settings menu. Yes. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the a button to confirm the selec- CONVENIENCE CONVENIENCE...
  • Page 221 Menus and submenus SETUP Displaying the intermediate time Drive program (C C /S S /M M Press the = or ; button to select Interm. Time Interm. Time. ® mode (ON ON/OFF OFF) Press a to confirm. ® SETUP shows the drive program and the ESP The intermediate time is displayed for five (Electronic Stability Program) mode.

  • Page 222: Display Messages

    Display messages press a to confirm Start Start, timing is con- This function is shown if you have stored at tinued. least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER. Press the = or ; button on the steer- Resetting the current lap ing wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 223 Display messages Please respond in accordance with the dis- play messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual. Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone. When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: HOLD function ( page 188)
  • Page 224 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (anti-lock braking system), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram), BAS (Brake Assist), HOLD function, hill start assist and currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ ® trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavailable. able See Owner's able See Owner's BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed.
  • Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷...
  • Page 226 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® ABS, ESP , BAS, HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are not available due to a malfunction. inoperative See inoperative See BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed. Owner's Manual Owner's Manual In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 227 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. In addi- tion, the J warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and Check brake fluid Check brake fluid a warning tone sounds.
  • Page 228 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system has malfunc- tioned. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument Rear left malfunc‐ Rear left malfunc‐ cluster. tion Consult work‐ tion Consult work‐...
  • Page 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand dipped-beam headlamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Left dipped beam Left dipped beam Right dipped Right dipped beam beam The left or right-hand trailer tail lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself.
  • Page 230 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand brake lamp is faulty. Replace the bulb ( page 112). Left brake lamp Left brake lamp Right brake lamp Right brake lamp The left or right-hand main-beam headlamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand daytime driving lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Left daytime driv‐ Left daytime driv‐ ing lamp ing lamporRight Right daytime driving daytime driving lamp lamp The exterior lighting is faulty.
  • Page 232 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Stop vehi‐ Coolant Stop vehi‐ WARNING cle Switch engine cle Switch engine Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 233 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 234 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level Reserve fuel level Reserve fuel level drops into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest filling station.
  • Page 235 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ø ® The AdBlue system is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Eng. Eng. start start not not pos‐ pos‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. sible in ..km sible in ..km Ø...
  • Page 236 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions TC shift condi‐ TC shift condi‐ One or more shift conditions has not been met. tions tions not not fulfilled fulfilled Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. Select Select NEUTRAL NEUTRAL gear gear...
  • Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ you have established the electrical connection between the able able trailer and your vehicle See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual the sensors are dirty...
  • Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ able See Owner's able See Owner's the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille is dirty Manual Manual the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow...
  • Page 239 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Cruise control control and SPEEDTRONIC and cruise control are malfunctioning. SPEEDTRONIC inop‐ SPEEDTRONIC inop‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. erative erative Limit Limit While depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kickdown), SPEEDTRONIC cannot be activated.
  • Page 240 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check tyres Check tyres The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase...
  • Page 241 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or several missing missing wheels. The pressure of the affected tyre is not displayed in the multifunction display.
  • Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. Tyre pressure Tyre pressure A warning tone also sounds. Check tyre(s) Check tyre(s) WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks:...
  • Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Apply brake to Apply brake to You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to deselect Park (P) deselect Park (P) position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal. position position Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds. Power Power steering steering mal‐ mal‐ WARNING function See Own‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual er's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 245: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Telephone No ser‐ Telephone No ser‐ Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ vice vice receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 246 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Only for certain coun- tries: the red seat belt Fasten your seat belt ( page 41).
  • Page 247 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The red brake system The brake system is malfunctioning and the braking characteris- warning lamp is lit while tics may be affected. the engine is running.
  • Page 248 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) has been deactivated due to a ® fault. BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), the The red ABS warning ® lamp is lit while the HOLD function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP engine is running.
  • Page 249 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, ESP , EBD (electronic brake ® force distribution), the HOLD function, hill start assist, ESP trailer The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the stabilisation and the adaptive brake lights, for example, are there- engine is running.
  • Page 250 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD is faulty. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ESP , the HOLD function, hill ® start assist, adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer stabilisation, for The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the example, are also unavailable.
  • Page 251 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 252 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å ® ® , BAS, the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavailable. ® The yellow ESP BAS and the adaptive brake lights may also have failed. ®...
  • Page 253 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You are driving with the parking brake applied. The yellow parking Release the parking brake. brake warning lamp is The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. lit while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 254 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. The yellow reserve fuel Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level warning lamp is on drops into the reserve range.
  • Page 255 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may ing lamp comes on be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc- while the engine is run- tioning.
  • Page 256 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and top up the coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 284).
  • Page 257 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres. The yellow tyre pres- sure monitor warning WARNING lamp is on.
  • Page 258 Useful information ......256 Loading guidelines ......256 Stowage areas ........257 Features ..........264...

  • Page 259: Useful Information

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

  • Page 260: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Close lockable stowage compartments while driving. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the luggage compartment. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 256). Front stowage compartments Glove compartment If the rear bench seat is not occupied: Insert : the belt tongues into the buckles of the opposite seat belt in a diagonal pat- tern.
  • Page 261 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the emergency Map pockets key element. The glove compartment is illuminated when open, provided that the key is in posi- tion 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest/in the centre console...
  • Page 262 Stowage areas Pull catch : in the direction of the arrow. WARNING The corresponding rear seat backrest is not Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust engaged. gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tail- Fold the backrest forwards. gate/rear door is open when the engine is The rear seat backrest engages audibly.
  • Page 263 Stowage areas Rear bench seat seat belt cannot protect as intended and could result in additional injury. Folding the rear bench seat forwards Objects or loads in the boot/luggage com- partment cannot be restrained by the seat backrest. This poses an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip.
  • Page 264 Stowage areas dimensionally stable transportation aids be hit by an unsecured load during sudden for this, such as chocks, wooden fixings or changes in direction, braking or in the event of padding. an accident. There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
  • Page 265 Stowage areas Fitting/removing the luggage compart- using lashing material, even if you are using ment cover the safety net. It is important to use a safety net if you load the vehicle with small objects above the seat backrests. For safety reasons, always use a safety net when transporting a load.
  • Page 266 Stowage areas Fold the rear bench seat forward page 260). Hook safety net : into retainers ; on both sides. Engage hooks A in lashing eyelets B. Pull the loose ends of tensioning straps ? to tension the safety net. Fold the rear bench seat forward into an upright position ( page 260).
  • Page 267 Features Releasing the safety net and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- cle. Position the load on the roof carrier in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam- age even when it is in motion.

  • Page 268: Features

    Features Cup holders in the rear compartment contact with the liquid and, in particular, be scalded by hot liquid. You could be distracted ! Make sure that you remove any contain- from the traffic situation and lose control of ers from the rear-compartment cup holders the vehicle.
  • Page 269 Features Vanity mirror in the sun visor Stowage compartment/ashtray Stowage compartment/ashtray in the centre console WARNING If you engage transmission position D when removing the ashtray insert, the vehicle can roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Always switch off the engine first and safe- guard the vehicle against rolling away by applying the parking brake.
  • Page 270 Features If the dipped-beam headlamps are switched on, the ashtray is illuminated. Ashtray in the rear compartment Press in cigarette lighter :. Cigarette lighter : will pop out automati- cally when the heating element is red-hot. You can use the cigarette lighter socket To open: fold cover ;...
  • Page 271 Fold out the flap on the socket. posed by electromagnetic fields. Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an Socket in the luggage compartment approved exterior aerial. This ensures: optimal mobile phone reception quality in...
  • Page 272 Features Using a mobile phone An exterior aerial has the following advan- tages: If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile it conducts the electromagnetic fields gen- phone bracket, you can speak to the person erated by a wireless device to the exterior you are calling using the hands-free system.
  • Page 273 Features at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre ® from the HomeLink hotline (0) 08000 466 354 65 (free of charge) or +49 (0) 6838 907 277 (charges apply) on the Internet at http://www.homelink.com Important safety notes WARNING When you operate or program the garage door...
  • Page 274 Features Synchronising the rolling code buttons on the rear-view mirror at a dis- tance of 5 to 30 cm. The distance between garage door remote control A and the integrated garage door opener depends on the system of the garage door drive. Several attempts may be required.
  • Page 275 Features Problems when programming been fitted in the garage door remote con- trol. align the aerial cable of the garage door opener unit. This can improve signal trans- mission. Opening or closing the garage door Integrated remote control in rear-view mirror Indicator lamp Transmitter buttons ;...
  • Page 276 Features cator lamp : will flash. Press the trans- Country Radio type approval num- mitter button again if necessary. Frequency range (MHz) Clearing the remote control memory BE (Belgium) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 BG (Bulga- Article 6 of Directive ria)
  • Page 277 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) ES (Spain) 000438/2005, IC (Canary 000438/2005, 000439/2005, Islands) 000439/2005 000440/2005 000440/2005, 000441/2005, 000441/2005 000445/2005, 000445/2005, 000446/2005 000446/2005 000447/2005 000447/2005, 3rd June MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 2005 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 FI (Finland)
  • Page 278 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) LT (Lithua- Article 6 of Directive RO (Roma- Article 6.4 of Directive nia) 1999/5/EC nia) 1999/5/EC R&TTE R&TTE27.4-1B-1609 6 May MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 RU (Russian POCC DE.MJ05.H00015 13 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868...
  • Page 279 Features Africa Asia Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) EG (Egypt) W-KLE-17/08 Mar. 06 AE (United 1623/5/10-2/26/76 Arab Emi- MHz: 27, 30, 40, 418, 433, MHz: 433 rates) JO (Jordan) TRC/LPD/2005/23 RE (Réunion) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 11 July...
  • Page 280 Features Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that they do not get into the driver's footwell. Always fit the floormats securely and as pre- scribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place several floor- mats on top of one another.
  • Page 282 Useful information ......280 Engine compartment ......280 Service ..........285 Care ............ 287...

  • Page 283: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- This Owner's Manual describes all mod- tem operate with a high voltage. If you touch els, series and optional equipment for your the live components, you could receive an vehicle that were available at the time of electric shock.
  • Page 284 Engine compartment The bonnet release lever is in the footwell on Vehicles with a petrol engine: The elec- the left-hand side of the vehicle when viewed tronic ignition system uses high voltage. For in the direction of travel. this reason, you must never touch ignition system components (ignition coil, ignition Make sure that the windscreen wipers are cables, spark plug connectors or test socket)
  • Page 285 Engine compartment Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a height of approximately 20 cm. Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- erly. If the bonnet can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.
  • Page 286 Engine compartment When checking the oil level: started briefly, repeat the measurement after approximately 30 minutes. park the vehicle on a level surface. If the Engine oil level Not when Engine oil level Not when the engine should be switched off for engine on engine on message appears:...
  • Page 287 You can obtain a list of the place. engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Other service products Centre. Checking the coolant level Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...

  • Page 288: Service

    (see separate Service Booklet). risk of fire and injury. You can obtain further information from a Make sure the windscreen washer concen- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. trate does not come into contact with the filler The ASSYST service interval display informs neck.
  • Page 289 Further The ASSYST service interval display does not information can be obtained at a qualified take into account any periods of time during specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz which the battery is disconnected. Service Centre. Hiding service messages...

  • Page 290: Care

    Use care products and cleaning agents rec- After using an automatic car wash, wipe off ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. wax from the windscreen and the wiper blades. This will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the wind- screen.
  • Page 291 Care High-pressure cleaning equipment ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The WARNING vehicle can then be parked up. The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind- ers) can cause damage not visible from the Cleaning the paintwork outside to tyres or chassis components.
  • Page 292 Clean the headlamp lenses with a damp ces prevent water from draining away. This sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. can lead to corrosion damage and damage Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning to electronic components. cloths. Clean the inside and outside of the win-...
  • Page 293 Care Cleaning chrome parts is available from the equipment manufac- turer. ! Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid- based cleaning agents such as sanitary cleansers or wheel cleaners. Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause flash rust to form on the surface.
  • Page 294 Interior care Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning Cleaning the display products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ! For cleaning, do not use any of the fol- The surface may change colour tempora- lowing: rily. Wait until the surface is dry again.
  • Page 295 Care Genuine leather seat covers seat belts, for example, tearing or failing in an ! To retain the natural appearance of the accident. There is an increased risk of injury, leather, observe the following cleaning possibly even fatal. instructions: Never bleach or colour seat belts. Clean genuine leather covers carefully ! Do not clean the seat belts using chemical with a damp cloth and then wipe the cov-...
  • Page 296 Useful information ......294 Where will I find...? ......294 Flat tyre ..........297 Battery (vehicle) ........ 297 Jump-starting ........301 Towing away and tow-starting ..303 Electrical fuses ......... 306...

  • Page 297: Useful Information

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

  • Page 298: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit General notes The vehicle tool kit contains: vehicle tool kit with: fuse extractor Allen key, e.g. to operate the sliding roof manually in an emergency pump lever for vehicle jack screwdriver wheel wrench jack Vehicle tool kit Fire extinguisher = is located in the stowage...
  • Page 299 Where will I find...? Pull rubber ring : of protective tyre cover ; apart. Pull off protective tyre cover ;. Stainless-steel spare wheel cover Jack ; is located under the rear bench seat on the right-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel.

  • Page 300: Flat Tyre

    Battery (vehicle) Removing the spare wheel Deactivate the automatic door locking page 215). The spare wheel is heavy. Observe this when Apply the parking brake. removing the spare wheel. Move the front wheels to the straight- ahead position. Move the selector lever to P. Switch off the engine.
  • Page 301 Battery (vehicle) WARNING When jump-starting, make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are Work carried out incorrectly on the battery connected. may lead to a malfunction, e.g. a short circuit. This, in turn, may restrict the functions of the It is particularly important to observe the safety-relevant systems, e.g.
  • Page 302 For more information, please contact a quali- arately and disposed of in an fied specialist workshop. environmentally responsible For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- recycling system. mends that you only use batteries which have Dispose of batteries in an been tested and approved for your vehicle by environmentally responsible Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 303 There is a Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and risk of an explosion. approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, creating Centre for information and availability.

  • Page 304: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 305 Jump-starting Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jump leads. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 306: Towing Away And Tow-Starting

    Towing away and tow-starting The jump-starting connection point consists of poles ; and =. Lift up cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery B using the jump lead, beginning with your own battery.
  • Page 307 Towing away and tow-starting ! Your vehicles is equipped with an auto- Towing eyes matic transmission. Therefore, you must Towing eyes, front not have the vehicle tow-started. The trans- mission may otherwise be damaged. Details on the permissible gross vehicle weight of your vehicle can be found on the vehicle identification plate ( page 328).
  • Page 308 Observe the safety notes as you do so Secure the towing cable to the towing eyes page 303). page 304). Make sure that the vehicle cannot roll Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. away. Release the parking brake. Load the vehicle onto the transporter.

  • Page 309: Electrical Fuses

    If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- In the event of damage to the rear axle cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Centre. Have the propeller shaft between the front axle and the transfer case removed.
  • Page 310 Electrical fuses Dashboard fuse box ! Do not use a pointed object such as a screwdriver to open the cover in the dash- board. You could damage the dashboard or the cover. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
  • Page 311 Electrical fuses Fold down the cup holder on the centre console ( page 265). Adjust the front-passenger seat to its fore- most position ( page 90). To open: remove screws :. Remove cover ; in the direction of the arrow. To close: clip in cover ;.
  • Page 312 Useful information ......310 Important safety notes ....310 Operation ........... 310 Winter operation ....... 312 Tyre pressure ........313 Changing a wheel ......317 Wheel and tyre combinations ..321...

  • Page 313: Useful Information

    If you find no signs of damage, have the tyres and wheels checked at a specialist workshop. Accessories that are not approved for your When parking your vehicle, make sure that vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being the tyres do not get deformed by the kerb or...
  • Page 314 100 km. They only reach standard valve cap or a valve cap approved their full performance after this distance. by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not drive with tyres which have too little Do not fit anything onto the valve, such as tread depth.

  • Page 315: Winter Operation

    You can obtain information about winter only use a spare wheel that differs from the tyres that have been approved by wheel to be changed for a brief period Mercedes-Benz especially for your vehicle at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

  • Page 316: Tyre Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- traction. sponding standard of quality. the driving characteristics, as well as steer- only use snow chains if the road surface is ing and braking, may be greatly impaired.
  • Page 317 Tyre pressure Check the tyre for foreign objects. Check whether the wheel is losing air or the valve is leaking. If you are unable to rectify the damage, con- tact a qualified specialist workshop. Environmental note Check the tyre pressure regularly, at least every 14 days.
  • Page 318 Tyre pressure The tyre pressure values given for low Tyre pressure monitor loads are minimum values which offer you Important safety notes good ride comfort characteristics. However, you can also use the values given It is the driver's responsibility to set the tyre for higher loads.
  • Page 319 Tyre pressure higher than those shown by the on-board tion display. A warning tone also sounds and computer. In this case, do not reduce the tyre the tyre pressure warning lamp lights up in pressures. the instrument cluster. The operation of the tyre pressure monitor Each tyre that is affected by a significant loss can be affected by interference from radio of pressure is highlighted in the pressure dis-...

  • Page 320: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Press the = or ; button on the steer- Country Radio type approval number ing wheel to select the Serv. Serv. menu. Singa- Compliance with IDA Standard Press the 9 or : button to select pore DA103365 Tyre pressure Tyre pressure.
  • Page 321 WARNING approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is If you remove the spare wheel from the spare used incorrectly, it could tip over while the wheel bracket, the weight distribution of the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 322 Changing a wheel avoid changing the wheel on uphill and downhill slopes. before raising the vehicle, secure it from rolling away by applying the parking brake and positioning wheel chocks. Never release the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. the jack must be placed on a firm, flat and non-slip surface.
  • Page 323 Changing a wheel Position jack : at axle tube ; of the front Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact or rear axle. Jack : must always stand surfaces. vertically, even on uphill gradients. Place the new wheel on the wheel hub and Raise the vehicle by pumping in the direc- push it on.

  • Page 324: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    General notes size on a given axle (left/right) ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- fit the same type of tyres on your vehicle ommends that you only use tyres, wheels at a given time (summer tyres, winter...
  • Page 325 7.5J x 18 H2 ET 63 7.5J x 18 H2 ET 43 265/60 R18 109 H You can obtain information about tyres and tyre dimensions that are not listed here at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. All-weather tyres Tyres Light-alloy wheels 265/60 R18 110 V M+S 7.5J x 18 H2 ET 63...
  • Page 326 Light-alloy wheels 9.5J x 20 H2 ET 50 275/50 R20 113W XL You can obtain information about tyres and tyre dimensions that are not listed here at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Winter tyres Tyres Light-alloy wheels 265/55 R19 109 H M+S 9.5J x 19 H2 ET 50...
  • Page 328 Useful information ......326 Information on technical data ..326 Vehicle electronics ......326 Identification plates ......328 Service products and capacities ..328 Vehicle data ........336 Off-road driving vehicle data ... 337 Trailer tow hitch ........ 338...

  • Page 329: Vehicle Electronics

    You can This could jeopardise the operating safety of obtain further information from a the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at a qualified specialist workshop. When oper- Vehicle electronics...
  • Page 330 Be sure to observe the manufacturer's additional instructions when installing. trunked radio/Tetra Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- 70 cm waveband mum transmission outputs or aerial positions GSM/DCS/PCS must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. UMTS/LTE...

  • Page 331: Service Products And Capacities

    Service products and capacities from the data shown here. You can find the Identification plates data applicable to your vehicle on the vehi- Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle's identification plate. cle identification number (VIN) and paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN) Open the driver's door.
  • Page 332 Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- If you or others come into contact with fuel, tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz observe the following: Owner's Manual in the appropriate section. Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin You can identify service products approved with water and soap immediately.
  • Page 333 All models Approx. with additives recommended by Mercedes- 14.0 l Benz; see "Additives". You can obtain fur- ther information from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Petrol Usually you will find information about the Fuel grade fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the...
  • Page 334 Petrol must only be mixed with additives recommended paraffin by Mercedes-Benz. Observe the instruc- kerosene tions for use in the product description. Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and More information about recommended do not use any special additives.
  • Page 335 Service products and capacities Usually you will find information about the in mountainous terrain fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the when towing a trailer label on the petrol pump, ask the filling sta- Only for certain countries: you can find tion staff.
  • Page 336 Additives technical standard. Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved ! Only use AdBlue ® in accordance with ISO engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz ® 22241. Do not use additives with AdBlue engines. ® and do not dilute AdBlue with water. This...
  • Page 337 Benz according to MB Approval 331.0. Information about approved brake fluid can be obtained at any qualified specialist work- shop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop and the replacement confirmed in the Service...
  • Page 338 The coolant is checked at every mainte- Further information on coolants can be nance interval at a qualified specialist found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications workshop. for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Inter- net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.

  • Page 339: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data At temperatures above freezing: Dimensions and weights Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Sum- merFit. Mix 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water. At temperatures below freezing: Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid, e.g.

  • Page 340: Off-Road Driving Vehicle Data

    Off-road driving vehicle data Approach/departure angle AMG vehicles Vehicle length 4769 mm Vehicle width including 2056 mm exterior mirrors Vehicle width excluding 1855 mm exterior mirrors Maximum vehicle height 1938 mm Wheelbase 2850 mm Minimum ground clear- 196 mm The table shows front approach/departure ance angle : and rear approach/departure Maximum roof load...

  • Page 341: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch Carefully depress the accelerator pedal and make sure that the wheels do not spin when driving on steep terrain. If the load on the front axle is reduced when pulling away on a steep uphill slope, the front wheels have a tendency to spin. 4ETS recognises this and brakes the wheels accordingly.
  • Page 342 Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads All models Permissible trailer load, unbraked 750 kg Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient- 3500 kg climbing capability of 12% from a standstill) Maximum drawbar noseweight (the drawbar nose- 140 kg weight is not included in the trailer load) Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer 1900 kg Permissible gross weight of vehicle when towing a...
  • Page 344 Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Owner's Manual to the technical documenta-...
  • Page 345 É4635848600`ËÍ 4635848600 Order no. 6515 4176 02 Part no. 4635848600 Edition ÄJ 2014-1a...

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