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Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2017 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 Mercedes-Benz...

  • Page 3: Environmental Note

    Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 4 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App may not yet be available in your country. Consequently, the description may differ from your vehicle in some cases. The following are integral parts of the vehicle:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......... 24 Overview of the climate control sys- Environmental protection ...... 24 tem ............100 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....24 Operating the climate control system .. 101 Owner's Manual ........25 Air vents ..........110 Operating safety ........25 QR code for rescue cards ......
  • Page 6 Contents Maintenance and care ...... 242 Engine compartment ......242 Service ..........247 Care ............. 248 Breakdown assistance ..... 255 Where will I find...? ......255 Flat tyre ..........258 Battery (vehicle) ........258 Jump-starting ........261 Towing and tow-starting ...... 264 Fuses ...........
  • Page 7 Index PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica- 1, 2, 3 ... tor lamp ........... 39 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ..64 Airbags 12 V socket Front airbag (driver, front see Socket (12 V) passenger) ........44 Important safety guidelines ..... 43 Pelvis airbag ........

  • Page 8: Index

    Index Drive programs ......124 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....63 Driving tips ........122 Battery Emergency running mode ....127 Changing (auxiliary heating Engaging drive position ....121 remote control) ......109 Engaging neutral ......121 Battery (key) Engaging reverse gear ....120 Checking ..........
  • Page 9 Index Brake lamps Paint ..........249 Adaptive ........... 63 Plastic trim ........252 Display message ......188 Reversing camera ......251 Brakes Roof lining ........254 ABS ..........62 Seat belt ........254 BAS ..........63 Seat cover ........253 Brake fluid (notes) ......
  • Page 10 Index COMAND display Rear doors ........61 Children Cleaning ......... 252 child seat lock ........49 Combination switch ......92 Children in the vehicle Connecting a USB device Important safety notes ....49 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 212 Chrome parts (cleaning instruc- Consumption statistics (on-board tions) ..........
  • Page 11 Index Data modem mode Distance warning signal (warning Telephone module with Blue- lamp) ..........210 DISTRONIC PLUS ® tooth (SAP profile) ....... 218 Activating ........148 Date (on-board computer) ....178 Activation conditions ..... 148 Daytime driving lights Cruise control lever ....... 148 Display message ......
  • Page 12 Index Driving in mountainous terrain Limited braking efficiency on sal- Approach/departure angle .... 142 ted roads ........136 Driving downhill ......143 New brake disks ......136 Gradient-climbing capability New brake pads/linings ....136 (maximum) ........142 Off-road driving ......139 Driving off-road Off-road fording ......
  • Page 13 Index Emergency key element AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 182 Function/notes ........ 69 Characteristics ......... 64 General notes ........69 Deactivating/activating ....65 Inserting .......... 69 Display message ......185 Locking vehicle ........ 73 Function/notes ........ 64 Removing ......... 69 General notes ........
  • Page 14 Premium-grade unleaded petrol ..285 Gear indicator (on-board com- Problem (malfunction) ....130 puter) ..........181 Quality (diesel) ....... 286 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 24 Refuelling ........127 Glove compartment ......222 Tank content/reserve fuel ..... 285 Google™ Local Search Fuel filler flap See also Digital Owner's Manual ...
  • Page 15 Index see Automatic headlamp mode Heating Jack see Climate control Declaration of conformity ....26 High-pressure cleaners ....249 Pump lever ........278 Hill start assist ........115 Storage location ......256 HOLD function Using ..........278 Activating ........155 Jump starting (engine) ......
  • Page 16 ..........234 see Interior lighting General notes ........ 233 see Replacing bulbs Info call button ......234 LIM indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz emergency call Cruise control ........ 143 system DISTRONIC PLUS ......148 Switch in the overhead control Variable SPEEDTRONIC ....145 panel ..........
  • Page 17 Index Odometer Modifying the programming (key) ..69 see Total distance recorder see Trip meter Operating ........174 Off-road See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 212 Differential locks ......163 see Separate operating instructions Multifunction display Off-road ABS ........63 Off-road driving Function/notes ......
  • Page 18 Switching off the engine ....134 see PARKTRONIC Parking aid see Exterior mirrors QR code see PARKTRONIC Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 see Reversing camera Rescue card ........28 Parking brake Qualified specialist workshop ... 27 Display message ......186 Emergency braking ......
  • Page 19 Index Radio-based vehicle components Reserve (fuel tank) Declaration of conformity ....26 see Fuel Rear bench seat Reserve fuel Folding forward ......225 Display message ......191 Rear compartment Warning lamp ......... 208 Residual heat Setting the air vents ...... 111 Rear door Switching on/off ......
  • Page 20 Index Safety system Service products see Driving safety systems ® AdBlue special additives ....287 SD card Brake fluid ........288 Inserting ........220 Coolant (engine) ......289 Inserting/removing ......220 Engine oil ........288 Removing ........220 Fuel ..........284 SD memory card Important safety notes ....
  • Page 21 Index Steering wheel gearshift paddles ..123 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 212 Steering wheel heating Snow chains ........271 Malfunction indicator lamp ....85 Socket (12 V) Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....182 Front-passenger footwell ....233 Stowage areas ........222 General notes ........
  • Page 22 Index Tow-starting Number from the phone book ..176 Redialling ........176 Emergency engine starting .... 267 Rejecting/ending a call ....176 Important safety notes ....264 Towing See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 212 see Mobile phone Important safety notes ....264 Telephone compartment ....
  • Page 23 Index Transmission positions ....122 Service life ........270 Snow chains ........271 Transport (vehicle) ......266 Storing ........... 277 Travelling uphill Summer tyres in winter ....271 Brow of hill ........142 Tyre size (data) ......280 Trim pieces (cleaning instruc- Tyre tread ........
  • Page 24 Index Vehicle data ........290 Wheel bolt tightening torque ... 280 Vehicle data (off-road driving) Wheels Approach/departure angle .... 291 Changing a wheel ......277 Fording depth ........ 291 Changing/replacing ....... 277 Maximum gradient climbing abil- Checking ........269 ity ..........291 Cleaning .........
  • Page 25 Index Wooden load compartment floor (cleaning instructions) ...... 254 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........253...

  • Page 26: Digital Owner's Manual

    Digital Owner's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Owner's Manual General notes The printed Owner's Manual provides informa- tion about the safe operation of your vehicle. Please observe the information about the oper- The Digital Owner's Manual provides compre- ation of the controller ( page 213).

  • Page 27: Environmental Protection

    EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life takes the requirements of both nature and vehicle for environmentally friendly disposal in humanity into consideration.

  • Page 28: Owner's Manual

    Use only genu- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are ity. Use only tyres, wheels and accessories that...

  • Page 29: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Operating safety conditions of Directive 1999/5/EC. You can Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as obtain further information from any Mercedes- electronic components or their software. Benz Service Centre. Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified special- Electromagnetic compatibility ist workshop.
  • Page 30 Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible sure the floormats and carpets are properly about any change in address or vehicle owner- ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- secured so that they cannot slip and obstruct vice Centre, for example.

  • Page 31: Qr Code For Rescue Cards

    You can find more information under network employees or third parties. Service pro- www.mercedes-benz.de/qr-code. visions are, for example, repair services, main- tenance processes, warranty cases and quality assurance measures. Data is read out using the Data stored in the vehicle legally prescribed port for OBD ("On-board diag-...

  • Page 32: Copyright Information

    If your vehicle has a mobile phone network con- nection, this will permit the exchange of data http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource between your vehicle and other systems. The mobile phone network connection is estab- lished by a transmitter/receiver in the vehicle or via end devices introduced by you (e.g.

  • Page 33: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Combination switch Climate control system Steering wheel gearshift pad- Ignition lock dles Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Light switch Overhead control panel Opens the bonnet PARKTRONIC warning dis- play...
  • Page 34 Cockpit Function Page Function Page PARKTRONIC warning dis- Ignition lock play Horn Overhead control panel Adjusts the steering wheel Combination switch Cruise control lever Steering wheel gearshift pad- Climate control system dles Opens the bonnet Instrument cluster Light switch...

  • Page 35: Turn Signals

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page (km/h) Indicator and warning lamps: Function Page R Rear foglamp ; Engine diagnostics Speedometer with segments h Tyre pressure monitor Indicator and warning lamps: 6 Restraint system ® ÷ ESP ü...

  • Page 36: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Switches sound on/off Multimedia system display Selects a menu Switches on LINGUATRONIC Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/ Confirms the selection redial memory Hides display messages...

  • Page 37: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps Digital Owner's Manual) 4 5 PASSENGER AIR- c Seat heating BAG OFF indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å ESP c PARKTRONIC &...
  • Page 38 Centre console Centre console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment/ Controller ashtray z Switches the front Automatic transmission windscreen heating on/off selector lever e Adjustable damping Selecting park position Ú Selects the drive pro- + Activates/deactivates gram the off-road gear ratio Mercedes-AMG vehicles: Ñ...

  • Page 39: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand ¡ Opens/closes the slid- reading lamp on/off ing sunroof c Switches the front inte- ï Info call button rior lighting on Rear-view mirror u Switches the rear inte- Buttons for the garage door rior lighting on/off opener...

  • Page 40: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page n Override feature for the Adjusting the seats electri- rear side windows cally W Opens/closes the side % & Locks/unlocks windows the vehicle 7Zª\ Opens the door Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in/out electrically r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat,...

  • Page 41: Occupant Safety

    The components of the restraint system work in qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz conjunction with each other. They can only offer recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz protection if all vehicle occupants always: Service Centre for this. have the seat belt correctly fastened...

  • Page 42: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety Seat belts Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist Introduction workshop. A correctly worn seat belt is the most effective means of restraining the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of a collision or if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator vehicle overturns.
  • Page 43 There is an increased always secure the child in a child restraint risk of injury, possibly even fatal. system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have cle. The child restraint system must be appro-...
  • Page 44 Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts wearing the seat belt correctly while the vehicle is in motion. Observe the safety notes on the seat belt When fastening a seat belt, always make sure page 39) and the information on the correct that: use of the seat belt ( page 40).
  • Page 45 Occupant safety The shoulder section of the seat belt must Release button for movable belt tongue always be routed across the centre of the shoul- Movable belt tongue der. Adjust the belt sash guide if necessary. To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards. The belt sash guide engages in various posi- tions.

  • Page 46: Releasing Seat Belts

    Occupant safety Airbags Introduction The installation location of an airbag is identified by the AIRBAG symbol. An airbag supplements a correctly worn seat belt. It is not a replacement for the seat belt. The airbag offers additional protection in corre- sponding accident situations.

  • Page 47: Front Airbags

    Occupant safety door or side window. You may otherwise be in function correctly. There is an increased risk the deployment area of the airbags. of injury. Always keep your feet in the footwell in front Never modify an airbag cover or affix objects of the seat.
  • Page 48 Use only seat covers which have been specif- Sidebags ically approved for the respective seat by WARNING Mercedes-Benz. Unsuitable seat covers may obstruct or even prevent deployment of the airbags integrated into the seats. The airbags may then fail to protect the vehicle occupants as intended.
  • Page 49 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop driver's airbag after an accident. Take this into account, par- front-passenger front airbag...
  • Page 50 Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre the seat belt buckle tongue is engaged in regarding the availability of suitable seat or head the belt buckle of the front-passenger seat restraint covers.
  • Page 51 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the functionality of the NECK-PRO head restraints/ NECK-PRO luxury head restraints checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a rear-end collision.

  • Page 52: Children In The Vehicle

    Cover it with a blanket, on the front-passenger seat. For this reason, for example. If the child restraint system has Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install been exposed to direct sunlight, leave it to the child restraint system on a rear seat. Chil- cool down before securing the child in it.

  • Page 53: Child Restraint System

    ( page 56). securely. There is an increased risk of serious For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- or even fatal injuries. mends that you use only a child restraint system Immediately replace child restraint systems recommended by Mercedes-Benz page 59).
  • Page 54 ISOFIX securing rings :. ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care specially designed child restraint systems on products to clean child restraint systems rec- the rear seats. The ISOFIX securing rings for two ommended by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 55 The sensor system for the automatic child seat recognition in the front-passenger seat detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with transponders has been fitted. In this case, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica- Remove the safety net ( page 229).
  • Page 56 Children in the vehicle Make sure that the front-passenger front air- the child restraint system. The shoulder belt bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR strap must be routed forwards and down- BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit. wards from the belt sash guide. If necessary, adjust the belt sash guide and the front- NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint passenger seat accordingly.
  • Page 57 Vehicles without automatic child seat on the front-passenger seat. For this reason, recognition on the front-passenger seat Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Vehicles with automatic child seat recogni- tion on the front-passenger seat: if it is abso-...

  • Page 58: Rearward-Facing Child Restraint System

    Children in the vehicle Rearward-facing child restraint system Forward-facing child restraint system If it is absolutely necessary to fit a forward- facing child restraint system to the front- passenger seat, always move the front- passenger seat as far back as possible. The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front- passenger seat.
  • Page 59 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 transponder for BAG OFF indicator lamp automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the front- on the centre console is passenger seat.
  • Page 60 Children in the vehicle "Suitability of the seats for attaching an ISOFIX belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on child restraint system". the child restraint system ( page 55). Semi-universal child restraint systems are indi- Move the front-passenger seat as far back as cated by the text "semi-universal"...
  • Page 61 Children in the vehicle Weight category Front-passenger seat Rear seat Front- Front- Left, right passenger passenger front front airbag airbag disa- enabled bled up to 10 kg up to 13 kg 9 kg to 18 kg 15 kg to 25 kg 22 kg to 36 kg Suitability of the seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems If you use a baby car seat of category 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system of category...
  • Page 62 "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 56). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. If you are using a child restraint system of size category C (ISO/R3), move the front seat to the highest position and move the backrest to an upright position.
  • Page 63 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt Weight catego- Manu- Type Approval num- Order num- Automatic ries facturer ber (E1 ...) child seat recognition (A 000 ...) Category 0: Britax BABY 04 301146 970 36 00 Römer SAFE...
  • Page 64 Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks leave persons (particularly children) unatten- ded in the vehicle. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If the child restraint system is placed in direct If children are travelling in the vehicle, they sunlight, the parts could become very hot. could: Children could be suffer burns by touching open doors, thus endangering other people...

  • Page 65: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear side win- Driving safety systems dows Driving safety systems overview In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) page 62) BAS (Brake Assist System) ( page 63) Adaptive brake lights ( page 63)
  • Page 66 Driving safety systems The yellow ! ABS warning lamp in the instru- distance during off-road driving. This limits ment cluster lights up when the ignition is steering capability. switched on. It goes out when the engine is run- ning. ABS works from a speed of about 8 km/h, BAS (Brake Assist System) regardless of road-surface conditions.
  • Page 67 Driving safety systems You can also switch off the hazard warning Only operate the vehicle for a maximum of lamps using the hazard warning button ten seconds on a brake dynamometer. Switch page 92). off the ignition. ® Application of the brakes by ESP may oth- erwise destroy the brake system.
  • Page 68 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated ® If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels Important safety notes ® start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in the Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- instrument cluster flashes.

  • Page 69: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft EBD (electronic brake force distribu- ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) tion) General information EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure on the rear wheels to improve driving stability while braking. Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 62).
  • Page 70 Protection against theft Priming/switching off occur if someone reaches into the vehicle inte- rior, for example. Tow-away protection is automatically primed or switched off with the ATA (anti-theft alarm sys- Priming/switching off tem) when: The interior motion sensor is automatically the doors are closed primed or switched off via the ATA (anti-theft the rear door is closed...

  • Page 71: Important Safety Notes

    A check that periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the key Important safety notes determines whether a valid key is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example: WARNING during engine start If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, during driving they can: United Kingdom only:...

  • Page 72: Changing The Settings Of The Locking System

    The key centrally locks/unlocks: To lock centrally: press the & button. To restore the factory settings: press and the doors hold down the % and & buttons simul- the rear door taneously for approximately six seconds until the fuel filler flap the battery check lamp flashes twice To unlock centrally: press the % button.

  • Page 73: Checking The Battery

    : opens. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the When doing so, do not hold battery compart- batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- ment cover : shut.

  • Page 74: Problems With The Key

    Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until Insert emergency key element ; into the key battery = falls out. page 69). Insert the new battery with the positive ter- Check the function of all key buttons on the minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to vehicle.
  • Page 75 Doors the door is opened from the inside. Switch off Doors the alarm ( page 66). Important safety notes WARNING Unlocking and opening the doors from the inside If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they can: You can open a door from inside the vehicle open doors and endanger other persons or even if it has been locked.

  • Page 76: Automatic Locking Feature

    Doors To unlock: press button :. To deactivate: press and hold button : for approximately five seconds until a tone To lock: press button ;. sounds. If all the doors are closed, the vehicle locks. To activate: press and hold button ; for The doors can be opened from the inside.

  • Page 77: Side Windows

    Side windows Rear door Important safety notes WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear door is open when the engine is running, par- ticularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compart- ment.

  • Page 78: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows key. This function remains active for five WARNING minutes or until you open a front door. If children operate the side windows they The side windows cannot be operated from the could become trapped, particularly if they are rear when the override feature for the side win- left unsupervised.

  • Page 79: Problems With The Side Windows

    Side windows When you lock the vehicle, you can simultane- Make sure that all the side windows and the ously: sliding sunroof are closed. To interrupt convenience closing: release close the side windows the & button. close the sliding sunroof Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle.

  • Page 80: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the sliding sun- roof Important safety notes WARNING While opening and closing the sliding sunroof, body parts in close proximity could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the opening and closing pro- cedures.

  • Page 81: Problems With The Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Removing the rear panel trim To open: turn wheel wrench A anti-clock- wise. Open the rear door. To close: turn wheel wrench A clockwise. Remove edge protection : on the door pillar in the direction of arrow ;. Pull rear panel trim = in the direction of arrow ? as far as necessary, so that the electrical connections can be reached.

  • Page 82: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats When adjusting the steering wheel, make sure Correct driver's seat position that: you can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent you can move your legs freely you can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts page 39).
  • Page 83 Seats Observe the safety notes on "Airbags" WARNING page 43) and "Children in the vehicle" When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle page 49). occupant could become trapped by the guide WARNING rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of You could lose control of the vehicle while injury.
  • Page 84 Seats Make sure that the sun visor is folded up adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk before adjusting the backrest and head of injury to the head and neck in the event of restraint height. The head restraint and sun an accident or sudden braking, for example.
  • Page 85 Seats Adjusting the luxury head restraints Observe the following when adjusting the head restraints: Do not interchange the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints correctly. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Multicontour Seat

    Seats Adjusting the multicontour seat Switching the seat heating on/off General notes WARNING If you repeatedly switch on seat heating, the seat cushion and backrest padding may become very hot. The health of vehicle occu- pants with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn- like injuries.
  • Page 87 Seats The system automatically switches down Switching the seat ventilation on/off from level 3 to level 2 after approximately Switching on/off eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 35 minutes after it is set to level 1.

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Further related subjects: Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 86) Important safety notes Storing settings ( page 88) WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while Steering wheel heating driving if you: Switching on/off adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 89 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 towards Important safety notes the dashboard if: WARNING you remove the key from the ignition lock or you open the driver's door and the key is in When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock...

  • Page 90: Mirrors

    Mirrors Resetting the exterior mirrors Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 113). If the battery has been disconnected or com- Press button : to select the left-hand exte- pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be rior mirror.

  • Page 91: Memory Functions

    Memory functions If you shift the transmission to another posi- Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors tion, the exterior mirror on the front- The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on passenger side returns to the driving position. the driver's side automatically go into anti-daz- Using the memory button zle mode if: You can set the front-passenger side exterior...
  • Page 92 Memory functions Make sure that the key is in position 2 Only use the memory function on the driver's page 113) in the ignition lock or that the side while the vehicle is stationary. respective door is open. Adjust the seat ( page 81) and head restraint WARNING page 81).

  • Page 93: Exterior Lighting

    General notes Automatic headlamp mode, controlled 4 Ã by the light sensor For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Dipped-beam/main-beam headlamps mends that you drive with lights switched on Rear foglamp even during the daytime. In some countries,...
  • Page 94 Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the WARNING engine. Turn the light switch to the L or à When the light switch is set to Ã, the position.

  • Page 95: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Combination switch Hazard warning lamps Main-beam headlamps To switch the hazard warning lamps on/ Turn signal, right off: press button :. Headlamp flasher All the indicator lamps will flash when the hazard warning lamps are switched on. If you Turn signal, left now switch on an indicator lamp using the To indicate briefly: press the combination...

  • Page 96: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Interior lighting Interior lighting control Overview of interior lighting General notes In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from Front overhead control panel discharging, the interior lighting functions are automatically deactivated after some time except for when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 97: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs main-beam/dipped-beam headlamps (xenon Replacing bulbs headlamps) Important safety notes daytime driving lights licence plate lamp DANGER Individual segments of the licence plate Xenon bulbs are under high voltage. You can lamp LEDs may fail without a display message get an electric shock if you remove the cover appearing in the multifunction display.
  • Page 98 Replacing bulbs Rear bulbs You can replace the following bulbs. The details for the bulb types can be found in the legend. Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and pull it out of the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise Tail lamp/parking lamp: R 5 W until it engages.

  • Page 99: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Turn signals Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight Brake/tail lamp pressure, and pull it out of the bulb holder. Tail lamp/parking lamp Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise Turn the respective bulb anti-clockwise, until it engages.
  • Page 100 Windscreen wipers Switching the rear window wiper on/ $ Windscreen wipers off Ä Intermittent wiping, normal Å Intermittent wiping, frequent è Switch ° Continuous wipe, slow b Wipes with washer fluid ¯ Continuous wipe, fast I Switches on intermittent wiping í...
  • Page 101 Fitting the wiper blade and it falls onto the windscreen, the wind- screen may be damaged by the force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Removing the wiper blade Slide wiper arm : into new wiper blade ;...

  • Page 102: Problems With The Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, are obstructing windscreen wiper move- are jammed. ment. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine. Remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 103: Overview Of The Climate Control System

    Overview of the climate control system Climate comfort may be adversely affected if the Overview of the climate control sys- sliding sunroof is open for a long period of time. Set the temperature manually if the sliding sun- roof is open. General notes The "Residual heat"...

  • Page 104: Eco Start/Stop Function

    Operating the climate control system To set the air distribution ( page 102) To increase the airflow ( page 103) To reduce the airflow ( page 103) To switch climate control on/off ( page 101) Display To set climate control to automatic mode ( page 102) you require the full climate control output, you Information on using THERMATIC...
  • Page 105 Operating the climate control system Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunction. Activating/deactivating To activate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button lights up. To deactivate: press the Á...

  • Page 106: Switching On/Off

    Operating the climate control system Switching on/off ¯ Directs the airflow through the demister vents Turn the key to position 2 ( page 113) in a Directs the airflow through the footwell the ignition lock. and demister vents To switch on: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬...
  • Page 107 Operating the climate control system At outside temperatures above 10 † the wind- Switching the windscreen heating screen heating cannot be switched on. Indicator on/off lamp : lights up briefly when you attempt to switch it on and then goes out again. The windscreen heating has a high current draw.
  • Page 108 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating air-recircula- WARNING tion mode During convenience opening parts of the body could be drawn in or become trapped General notes between the side window and window frame. If you activate air-recirculation mode, the win- There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 109 Operating the climate control system Switching residual heat on/off the area around the vehicle clear of snow. To guarantee a sufficient supply of fresh air, open General notes a window on the side of the vehicle away from the wind. It is possible to make use of the residual heat of the engine to continue heating the stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has...

  • Page 110: Before Switching On

    Operating the climate control system To activate the auxiliary heating or auxili- You cannot use the auxiliary ventilation to cool the vehicle interior to a temperature lower than ary ventilation: press button :. the outside temperature. The red or blue indicator lamp in button : lights up.
  • Page 111 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating the auxiliary The auxiliary heating is heating or auxiliary ventilation activated. The number on the display shows the remaining time (in minutes) for the auxiliary heating. A departure time has been activated. The departure time appears on the dis- play.
  • Page 112 Operating the climate control system Briefly press the u button. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If Press the , or . button repeatedly a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention until the time to be changed appears on the immediately.

  • Page 113: Air Vents

    Air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions FAIL ¨ The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is faulty. Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary. FAIL The auxiliary heating or auxiliary ventilation cannot be switched on or has switched itself off.

  • Page 114: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Air vents Open the rear air vents. Set the temperature to 22 †. The automatic climate control adjusts to the set temperature. Adjusting the air vents Air vents are located: on the left and right-hand side of the dash- board in the middle of the dashboard in the rear-compartment centre console Side air vents...

  • Page 115: Running-In Notes

    Driving Always observe the maximum permissible Running-in notes speed. Important safety notes In certain driving and driving safety systems, the Axle differential transmission sensors adjust automatically while a certain dis- (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) tance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.

  • Page 116: Key Positions

    Driving Key positions There is a risk of an accident. Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals. WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect.

  • Page 117: Starting Procedure

    Driving and release it immediately. The engine then children unattended in the vehicle. Always starts automatically. keep the key out of reach of children. WARNING Pulling away Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust General notes gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning.
  • Page 118 Driving Release the parking brake ( page 134). When the vehicle pulls away again, the engine starts automatically. The ECO start/stop func- Release the brake pedal. tion thereby helps you to reduce the fuel con- Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. sumption and emissions of your vehicle.

  • Page 119: Automatic Engine Stop

    Driving Mercedes-AMG vehicles: if drive program S If you shift the transmission from R to D, the or M is active, the automatic transmission ECO start/stop function is available again switches to drive program C. once the è ECO symbol reappears in green in the multifunction display.

  • Page 120: Automatic Engine Start

    Driving Automatic engine start Shifting the transmission to position j does not start the engine. The engine is started automatically if: General: you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button you release the brakes when in transmis- sion position h or i, when the HOLD function is inactive driver-induced:...

  • Page 121: Problems With The Engine

    Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The engine electronics are malfunctioning start. The starter motor The fuel supply is malfunctioning can be heard. Turn the key back to position g in the ignition lock before attempt- ing to start the engine again.

  • Page 122: Adjustable Damping

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant temperature The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is not gauge shows a value being cooled sufficiently. over 120 †. A display Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to message may also cool down.

  • Page 123: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission Select transmission position D. Do not Bear in mind that power transmission restrict the shift range. between the engine and the transmission is interrupted when the engine is switched off. For this reason, shift the automatic transmis- sion to j when the engine is switched off and the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 124 Automatic transmission Shifting to neutral Children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by: WARNING releasing the parking brake If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, shifting the automatic transmission out of they can: park position P open doors and endanger other persons or starting the engine.

  • Page 125: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Changing gear The automatic transmission shifts through the Park position individual gears automatically when it is in trans- This safeguards the vehicle against mission position h. This is determined by: rolling away when stopped. a shift range restriction, if selected Only shift the transmission into posi- the position of the transfer case (HIGH tion j (...
  • Page 126 Automatic transmission Selecting the drive program dients or steep downhill gradients page 162). Program selector button General notes The program selector button allows you to choose between drive programs with different driving characteristics. On Mercedes-AMG vehicles, drive program E is called drive program C.

  • Page 127: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Driving situations In the manual drive program, you can change gears manually using steering wheel gearshift To use the engine's braking effect paddles : and ; ( page 125). You can only change gear with the steering To use the engine's braking effect wheel gearshift paddles when the transmission This setting is particularly suited for is in position D.

  • Page 128: Shifting Gears

    Automatic transmission Selecting the ideal shift range speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving. Always Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift make sure that the engine speed does not paddle and hold it in position ( page 123).
  • Page 129 Automatic transmission shift up automatically when the limiting speed of Manual drive program the engine is reached. General information Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the automatic trans- mission does not shift up automatically when In manual drive program M, you can change gear the limiting speed of the engine is reached.
  • Page 130 Refuelling Deactivating the manual drive program repeatedly until E or S is shown in the multi- function display. All vehicles (except Mercedes‑AMG vehi- Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: press the program cles): press the program selector button selector button repeatedly until C or S is shown in the multifunction display.
  • Page 131 Refuelling Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could If you or others come into contact with fuel, result in damage to the fuel system and the observe the following: engine. The repair costs are high. Notify a Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely.

  • Page 132: Fuel Filler Flap Emergency Release

    Refuelling Switch off the engine. The emergency release is located in the luggage compartment, on the right-hand side when Remove the key from the ignition lock. viewed in the direction of travel, behind the rear Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of wall trim.
  • Page 133 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Apply the parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 134: Important Safety Notes

    There is a danger of aftertreatment and about AdBlue ® overfilling, which can cause damage to Blue- be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service TEC exhaust gas aftertreatment components. Centre. Immediately rinse off surfaces which come ®...
  • Page 135 Refuelling ® bottles or canisters when filling the AdBlue tank, if possible. ® Further information on AdBlue page 287). ® Opening/closing the AdBlue filler cap Unscrew the cap from the opening on top of ® AdBlue refill canister :. Place disposable hose ; on the opening of ®...

  • Page 136: Parking

    AdBlue may leak out as a a filler hose. A filler hose that does not exactly fit result of overfilling. Mercedes-Benz offers spe- cial refill bottles with a threaded cap. These are ® the vehicle's AdBlue tank offers no overfill pro- available at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 137 Parking object, for example, on uphill or downhill gra- Only use the parking brake to brake the vehi- dients cle when the service brake is faulty. Do not a laden vehicle must also be secured at the apply the parking brake too firmly. If the rear axle with a wheel chock or similar object, wheels lock, release the parking brake until for example, on uphill or downhill gradients...

  • Page 138: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Drive sensibly – save fuel The vehicle can also be braked during an emer- gency by using the parking brake. Observe the following tips to save fuel: To brake in an emergency: press and hold The tyres should always be inflated to the rec- release button : and carefully pull parking ommended tyre pressure.

  • Page 139: Downhill Gradients

    Depressing the brake pedal constantly For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- results in excessive and premature wear to mends only fitting the following brake discs and the brake pads.

  • Page 140: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    If you by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent regularly drive at high speeds, it is particularly standard of quality important to have the brake system checked Other brake discs or brake pads/linings can and maintained regularly.

  • Page 141: Winter Driving

    Driving tips If you must drive on stretches of road on which Parking the vehicle after heavy loads water has collected, please bear in mind that: on the engine in the case of standing water, the water level Vehicles with a diesel engine: your vehi- must be no higher than the lower edge of the cle's exhaust gas turbocharger may get very vehicle body...
  • Page 142 Driving tips Off-road driving becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury. Important safety notes If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area WARNING around the vehicle are clear of snow. To If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a turn on a steep incline, the vehicle could slip...

  • Page 143: General Notes

    Driving tips stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- Observe the following notes: tion to road and traffic conditions. In such stop the vehicle before you drive off-road and, cases, consult a qualified specialist work- if necessary, shift the transfer case to the shop.
  • Page 144 Driving tips slippery or loose surfaces. The HOLD function Clean the wheels and tyres with a water jet cannot hold the vehicle on such surfaces. and remove any foreign objects. You can obtain further information about retro- Clean the wheels, wheel arches and the vehi- fitting special all-terrain tyres from a qualified cle underside with a water jet;...

  • Page 145: Driving Over Obstacles

    Driving tips Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or sideways, tip and overturn. There is a risk of bottom out and get stuck. an accident. Observe the following rules when driving along When driving on an incline, drive into the line ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with loose of fall (upwards or downwards in a straight gravel:...

  • Page 146: Driving Downhill

    Driving systems This style of driving prevents: road speed above 30 km/h. If you have set a permanent limit speed, you cannot set the the vehicle from lifting off the ground on the speed any higher than the fixed limit speed brow of a hill page 147).
  • Page 147 Driving systems You can operate cruise control and variable Calling up the stored speed SPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever. WARNING LIM indicator lamp ; on the cruise control lever If you call up the stored speed and it is lower indicates which function you have selected: than the current speed, the vehicle deceler- LIM indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 148 Driving systems Deactivating cruise control cannot take into account road, weather or traffic conditions. SPEEDTRONIC is only an aid. You There are several ways to deactivate cruise con- are responsible for maintaining a safe distance trol: from the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time and for staying in lane.
  • Page 149 Driving systems engine is running. If you have set a permanent up : beyond the pressure point for a higher limit speed, you cannot set the speed any higher speed, or down ? for a lower speed. than the fixed limit speed ( page 147).
  • Page 150 Driving systems Important safety notes Vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS: a tone sounds if this is the case. WARNING Permanent SPEEDTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: people or animals You can use the on-board computer to limit the speed permanently to a value between stationary obstacles on the road, e.g.

  • Page 151: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS in the following To activate at the current speed/last stored situations: speed To activate or reduce speed in road and traffic conditions that do not allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in To switch between DISTRONIC PLUS and heavy traffic or on winding roads.
  • Page 152 Driving systems the vehicle must be skidding. erwise, it sets the vehicle cruise speed to the previously stored value. the DISTRONIC PLUS function must be selec- ted ( page 148) the transfer case must in the HIGH RANGE Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS on-road position.
  • Page 153 Driving systems you switch on the respective turn signal countries where traffic drives on the left, over- taking on the left is prevented accordingly. DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a danger of collision Stopping If these conditions are met, your vehicle accel- WARNING erates.
  • Page 154 Driving systems Setting a speed To increase: turn control ; in direction =. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater Push the cruise control lever upwards : for a distance between your vehicle and the vehicle higher speed or down A for a lower speed. in front.
  • Page 155 Driving systems Distance indicator: current distance to the vehicle in front Briefly push the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow ;. Specified minimum distance to the vehicle Variable SPEEDTRONIC is selected. LIM indi- in front; adjustable cator lamp : on the cruise control lever Own vehicle lights up.
  • Page 156 Driving systems Narrow vehicles: DISTRONIC PLUS has not Blind Spot Assist is only an aid. It may fail to yet detected the vehicle in front on the edge detect some vehicles and is not a substitute for of the carriageway because of its narrow attentive driving.

  • Page 157: Collision Warning

    Driving systems Collision warning 3.0 m next to = and behind : your vehicle, as shown in the picture. If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not driv- ing in the middle of their lane.
  • Page 158 Driving systems Assist currently unavailable See Own‐ Assist currently unavailable See Own‐ Always deactivate the HOLD function and er's Manual er's Manual message appears in the multi- secure the vehicle against rolling away before function display. you leave it. You can deactivate the indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors.

  • Page 159: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems you depress the brake pedal again with a cer- PARKTRONIC tain amount of pressure until ë disap- pears from the multifunction display Important safety notes you activate DISTRONIC PLUS PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with On steep uphill or downhill inclines or if there is ultrasound.

  • Page 160: Warning Displays

    Driving systems If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- evant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- imum, the distance may no longer be shown. Warning displays Example: sensors in the front bumper, right- hand side Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi-...
  • Page 161 Driving systems From the: If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. sixth segment onwards, you will hear an inter- mittent warning tone for approximately two PARKTRONIC is automatically activated seconds. when you turn the key to position 2 in the seventh segment onwards, you will hear a ignition lock.
  • Page 162 Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed. Reversing camera Observe the notes on cleaning page 251) General notes if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this case, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the reversing camera may be restricted due to addi- tional accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
  • Page 163 Driving systems Displays in the multimedia system The reversing camera may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all. Obstacles are not shown by the reversing cam- era in the following locations: very close to the rear bumper under the rear bumper Objects that are not at ground level appear further away than they actually are, e.g.:...

  • Page 164: Off-Road Driving Systems

    Off-road driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function Reverse carefully until trailer drawbar = rea- ches red guide line :. Do not drive any fur- ther. The distance between trailer drawbar = and red guide line : is now approximately 0.30 m.

  • Page 165: Towing A Trailer

    Off-road driving systems Shift ranges vehicle rolling away unintentionally. There is a risk of an accident. HIGH Position for all normal on- Wait until the transfer case shift process is RANGE road driving conditions. completed. LOW RANGE Off-road gear for driving off- road.
  • Page 166 Off-road driving systems the automatic transmission is in selector Shift the automatic transmission to position lever position i you are not driving faster than 70 km/h Press and hold LOW RANGE button ; for approximately ten seconds. You could otherwise damage the transfer When the shift procedure is complete, the case.
  • Page 167 Off-road driving systems Engaging the differential locks the braking distance. There is a risk of an accident. General notes Disengage the differential locks immediately The switches are at the top of the centre con- on firm surfaces with good grip. sole.

  • Page 168: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer The differential lock for the front axle is specified tightening torque, the trailer could engaged. come loose. There is a risk of an accident. Always fit the ball coupling as described. Disengaging the differential locks Observe the specified tightening torque when fitting the coupling.

  • Page 169: Driving Tips

    This can impair the vehicle's handling charac- For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- teristics. Adapt your driving style accordingly. mum permissible rear axle load is increased Maintain a safe distance. Drive carefully.
  • Page 170 Towing a trailer permissible speed for car/trailer combinations sponding turn signal indicator on the trailer is is greater than 100 km/h. flashing. When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling A connected trailer is only detected when the characteristics will be different to when driving electrical connection is established correctly without a trailer and the vehicle will consume and when the lighting system is working prop-...
  • Page 171 Towing a trailer Trailer with 7-pin connector General notes Trailer with 7-pin connector: you can connect to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if necessary, an adapter cable. Both can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 172: Instrument Cluster Lighting

    Displays and operation Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or Important safety notes anti-clockwise. If the light switch is set to the Ã, T or WARNING L position, the brightness is dependent upon the brightness of the ambient light. If you operate information and communica- tion equipment integrated in the vehicle when The light sensor on the instrument cluster driving, you could be distracted from the traf-...

  • Page 173: Coolant Temperature Display

    Displays and operation The outside temperature display is in the multi- Operating the on-board computer function display ( page 171). Overview Changes in the outside temperature are dis- played after a short delay. Coolant temperature display WARNING If you open the bonnet while the engine is overheating or while there is a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other leaking ser-...
  • Page 174 Displays and operation Multifunction display Press and hold: In the Audio Audio menu: selects a pre- set list or a station list in the desired frequency range or an audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling In the (Telephone) menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open Confirms selection/display mes-...

  • Page 175: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Average speed Average fuel consumption Menu overview Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to open the menu bar. Press the 9 or : button to select From start From start...
  • Page 176 Menus and submenus Route guidance active Observe the information on gearshift recom- mendation Z when shifting manually page 125). No change of direction announced Resetting values Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.
  • Page 177 Menus and submenus Recommended lane and new lane during a Audio menu change of direction Selecting a radio station Change-of-direction symbol On multi-lane roads, new lane recommenda- tions can be displayed for the next change of direction if the digital map supports this data. During the change of direction, new lanes may be added.
  • Page 178 Menus and submenus Audio files from various audio players or media The preset position is only displayed along with can be played, depending on the equipment fit- channel : if this has been stored. You can save ted in the vehicle. channels in the multimedia system.
  • Page 179 Redialling benz.com/connect The on-board computer saves the last names or at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre numbers dialled in the redial memory. Press the = or ; button on the steering Accepting a call wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 180 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot You can determine whether the multifunction display shows certain messages in miles or kil- Assist ometres. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Assist.
  • Page 181 Menus and submenus Lights Press : or 9 to select the Language: Language: function. You will see the current setting. Surround lighting and exterior lighting Press a to confirm. delayed switch-off Press the : or 9 button to change the Press the = or ;...
  • Page 182 Menus and submenus Switching the interior lighting delayed Press the : or 9 button to select the Automatic door locks Automatic door locks function. switch-off on/off When the Automatic Automatic door door locks locks function is If you activate the Lighting Lighting delayed delayed sw.-off...
  • Page 183 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. WARNING Press the : or 9 button to select one When the auxiliary heating is switched on, of the three departure times or Timer Timer off parts of the vehicle can become very hot. timer active).
  • Page 184 Menus and submenus You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors The adjustment process is stopped. using button :. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Settings Settings menu. Resetting to factory settings Press the : or 9 button to select the Convenience Convenience...
  • Page 185 Menus and submenus fades out other messages until you have shifted Displaying the intermediate time If the engine oil temperature is below 80 †, the oil temperature is shown in blue. Avoid using the full output of the engine during this time. SETUP Press the = or ;...

  • Page 186: Display Messages

    Display messages Lap statistics Resetting the current lap Stop the RACE TIMER ( page 182). Press the = or ; button to select Reset Lap Reset Lap. Press a to reset the lap time to "0". Deleting all laps Lap time Average lap speed Lap length Top speed during lap...

  • Page 187: Hiding Display Messages

    Display messages Hiding display messages Press a to confirm. Press the 9 or : button to scroll Press the a or % button on the steering through the display messages. wheel. When the ignition is switched off, all display The multifunction display hides the display messages are deleted apart from some high- message.

  • Page 188: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily unavailable. ABS, ESP defective ABS, ESP defective Other driving and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. Visit workshop Visit workshop In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 189 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. ESP defective defective Visit Visit The ÷ warning lamp also lights up on the instrument cluster. workshop workshop The self-diagnosis function, for example, may not be complete.
  • Page 190 Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Check Check brake brake pad pad wear wear One or more main features of the Mercedes-Benz Contact system is/ are malfunctioning. Inoperative Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 191 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand windowbag is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Left windowbag mal‐ Left windowbag mal‐ WARNING function Consult function Consult workshop workshop Right Right...
  • Page 192 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The light sensor is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. AUTO lights inoper‐ AUTO lights inoper‐ ative ative You have inserted the key into the ignition lock. Remove the key from the ignition lock. Remove key Remove key The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle.
  • Page 193 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 has overheated can cause any fluids that may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.

  • Page 194: Engine Oil Level

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is no longer 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 traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 195 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is very little fuel in the fuel tank. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated. You must refuel at the nearest filling station. ¸ Vehicles with a diesel engine: the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced.
  • Page 196 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions TC TC shift shift conditions conditions The parking brake is not applied and the brake is not depressed. The not fulfilled not fulfilled transfer case has cancelled the gearshift process and is in Neutral. There is no connection between the engine and the drive wheels.
  • Page 197 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions TC NEUTRAL TC NEUTRAL The transfer case is in position Neutral. On On A warning tone also sounds when the driver's door is open and the brake pedal is not depressed. Close the driver's door.
  • Page 198 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Inoperative The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mirrors. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS has been deactivated (...
  • Page 199 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS and DISTRONIC PLUS and DISTRONIC PLUS and SPEEDTRONIC are faulty. A warning tone also SPEEDTRONIC SPEEDTRONIC sounds. inoperative inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise control and Cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC and cruise control are faulty.
  • Page 200 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 shown 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 201 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre Tyre press. press. monitor monitor No signals can be received from the tyre pressure sensors due to currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ strong RF interference. The tyre pressure monitor is temporarily mal- functioning.
  • Page 202 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions To start the To start the You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi- engine, shift to engine, shift to tion k or h. either P or N either P or N Shift the transmission to position j or i.
  • Page 203 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The driver's or front-passenger's seat backrest is not engaged. Rear Rear left left seat seat back‐ back‐ rest not locked rest not locked Push the backrest back until it engages. Front right seat Front right seat backrest not locked...

  • Page 204: 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 Telephone No No service service Your vehicle is outside the mobile phone network provider's trans- mitter/receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 205 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N Only for certain countries: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds after the engine starts.
  • Page 206 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The brake system is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affec- ted.
  • Page 207 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is malfunctioning. An additional warning tone indicates that EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
  • Page 208 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. You have engaged the differential locks. ABS is deactivated. Disengage the differential locks.
  • Page 209 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp å ® N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® is deactivated. WARNING ®...
  • Page 210 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ®...
  • Page 211 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is run- ning. There may be a fault with the following, for example: engine management fuel injection system exhaust system...
  • Page 212 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
  • Page 213 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush. If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 214 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.

  • Page 215: General Notes

    Operating system General notes WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their The section on the multimedia system in this software as well as wiring could affect their manual describes the basic principles for oper- function and/or the operation of other net- ation.
  • Page 216 Operating system Cleaning instructions Controller The controller in the centre console lets you: Do not touch the display. The display has a very sensitive high-gloss surface; there is a select menu items on the display risk of scratching. If you have to clean the enter characters screen, however, use a mild cleaning agent select a destination on the map...

  • Page 217: Adding Favourites

    Operating system Adding favourites General notes Correct functioning of the navigation system Adding predefined favourites depends, amongst other things, on GPS recep- Press the g button. tion. In certain situations, GPS reception may be Slide 6 the controller. impaired, there may be interference or there may be no reception at all, e.g.
  • Page 218 (see the man- You can map the route to the destination ufacturer's operating instructions). yourself with up to four intermediate destina- tions. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Apps select geo-coordinates...
  • Page 219 ® and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth pro- www.mercedes-benz.com/connect files. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the manu- Searching for and authorising (connect- facturer's operating instructions).
  • Page 220 Operating system Connecting the module via a USB cable If you wish to use the module in conjunction with your mobile telephone, the mobile phone must (COMAND Online) ® support the Bluetooth SAP profile (SIM Access Profile). The following functions are available using the module: hands-free mode data modem mode (...

  • Page 221: Connecting The Mobile Phone

    Operating system authorising and connecting mobile phones ® Bluetooth must be activated on the mobile page 216). phone and must be made visible to other devi- ® The Bluetooth SIM Access Profile of the SIM card mode mobile phone must be activated Inserting a SIM card Authorising and connecting a mobile phone...
  • Page 222 Operating system Charging a mobile phone For further information on data modem mode without telephony with COMAND Online (see the Digital Owner's Manual). Settings Storing/deleting the SIM card PIN COMAND Online: Select Connect Connect device deviceQMB MB SAP SAP module module phones phones.

  • Page 223: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Operating system Inserting/removing an SD card Important safety notes WARNING SD cards are small parts. They can be swal- lowed and cause choking. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Keep the SD card out of the reach of children. If a SD card is swallowed, seek medical atten- tion immediately.

  • Page 224: Loading Guidelines

    Loading guidelines Loading guidelines WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around.

  • Page 225: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Ensure that closable stowage spaces are shut before beginning your journey. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- ted, sharp-edged, fragile or outsize objects in the load compartment. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 221). Front stowage compartments Glove compartment If the rear bench seat is not occupied: Insert the belt tongues into buckles : of the...
  • Page 226 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Door stowage compartment Map pockets Door stowage compartment There is an additional compartment located on Map pockets the driver's door trim. Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest and in the Stowage nets centre console The following additional stowage areas are avail- able in the vehicle: stowage net in the front-passenger footwell...
  • Page 227 Stowage areas Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip. WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear door is open when the engine is running, par- ticularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compart- ment.
  • Page 228 Stowage areas Rear bench seat This poses an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat Folding the rear bench seat forwards backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip. Fold the rear bench seat back. The seat catch engages audibly.
  • Page 229 Stowage areas Lashing eyelets in the luggage compart- Luggage compartment cover ment Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the luggage compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.
  • Page 230 Stowage areas Fitting/removing the luggage compart- ests. For safety reasons, always use a safety net when transporting a load. ment cover Damaged safety nets can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Safety net without luggage compart- ment enlargement To remove: make sure that luggage com-...
  • Page 231 Stowage areas Fold the rear bench seat forward page 225). 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. Set tensioning straps ? to the length for lashing eyelets B using tensioning buckles Tensioning buckles = of tensioning...

  • Page 232: Features

    There is a risk of an accident. Important safety notes Adapt your driving style. WARNING Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only If you transport objects in the vehicle interior use roof carriers that have been tested and and these are not adequately secured, they approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
  • Page 233 Features Cup holders in the glove compartment phone brackets may not always be able to hold the objects placed in them in the event of an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu- larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden changes of direction.
  • Page 234 Features Glare from the side Sun visors Overview Sun visor Retainer Sun visor Mirror cover Retainer Mirror lights Mirror cover Fold down sun visor :. Mirror lights Pull sun visor : out of retainer ;. Swing sun visor : to the side. Vanity mirror in the sun visor Stowage compartment/ashtray Stowage compartment/ashtray in the...

  • Page 235: Cigarette Lighter

    Features On new vehicles, insert ; is stored in the glove In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: compartment. Fit the insert before using the the hot cigarette lighter falls ashtray. a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to To open: press cover : and then release it. The ashtray opens.

  • Page 236: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System

    Mercedes me con- nect offers a quick and convenient way of con- necting a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Centre. You can, for example, request an appointment or call for help in the event of a The socket is located in the luggage compart- breakdown.
  • Page 237 Features ton on the multimedia system, for example. Voice output is not available in this case. Further information on Mercedes me connect (see Digital Owner's Manual). Breakdown assistance call button To call: press Info call button :. The call is initiated. Connecting call Connecting call message appears on...

  • Page 238: General Notes

    Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an Fold the pre-installed bracket up to improve approved exterior aerial. This ensures: access to the stowage space beneath it.
  • Page 239 Features Using a mobile phone ® The HomeLink garage door opener is compat- ible with most European garage and gate opener If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile ® drives. More information on HomeLink and/or phone bracket, you can speak to the person you compatible products is available: are calling using the hands-free system.
  • Page 240 Features When doing so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. The required distance between remote con- trol A and the integrated garage door opener depends on the garage door drive system. Several attempts may be required. You should test every position for at least 20 seconds before trying another position.

  • Page 241: Opening/Closing The Garage Door

    Features Problems when programming Garage door system with rolling code: indica- tor lamp : flashes briefly and then lights up If you have problems when programming the for approximately two seconds. This is repea- integrated remote control, please note the fol- ted for up to 20 seconds.
  • Page 242 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) CH (Switzer- Article 6 of Directive GR (Greece) Article 6 of Directive land) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 14357 27 1999/5/EC R&TTE May 05 11409/18/4/2005 18 May MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 CY (Cyprus)
  • Page 243 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) LI (Liechten- Article 6 of Directive RU (Russian POCC DE.MJ05.H00015 13 stein) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 14357 27 Federation) May 05 May 05 MHz: 433 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 SE (Sweden) Article 6 of Directive...
  • Page 244 Features America Australia Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) BB (Barba- Registration not required AU (Aus- 28 June dos) tralia) MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 CL (Chile) 38447/F-23 No.3.3634 NZ (New Zea-...

  • Page 245: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment If you have to carry out work in the engine compartment: Bonnet switch off the ignition Important safety notes never touch the dangerous areas surround- ing moving components, e.g. the rotation WARNING area of the fan An unlocked bonnet may open up when the remove jewellery and watches vehicle is in motion and block your view.
  • Page 246 Engine compartment board diagnostics may be affected. Some of these values are required by law and must always be correct. Engine oil Important safety notes WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the The bonnet release lever is in the footwell on the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.
  • Page 247 Engine compartment Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide tube WARNING to the stop and take it out again after approx- If you open the bonnet while the engine is imately three seconds. overheating or while there is a fire in the If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX engine compartment, you could come into mark ;, the oil level is correct.
  • Page 248 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service The difference between the minimum mark and Products is available at any Mercedes-Benz the maximum mark on the oil dipstick is approx- Service Centre. imately 2.0 litres.
  • Page 249 Wear gloves and eye protection. Open If necessary, top up with coolant that has the cap slowly to release the pressure. been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as WARNING it will go.

  • Page 250: Major Service

    You can obtain up-to-date information concern- Special service requirements ing the servicing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Ser- The prescribed service interval is based on nor- vice Centre. mal operation of the vehicle. Service work will...

  • Page 251: Fuel/Water Separator

    Further information cloths in an environmentally responsible man- can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- ner. shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for retaining quality in the long term. Fuel/water separator...

  • Page 252: High-Pressure Cleaner

    Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Information about the correct distance is available from the equipment manufacturer.

  • Page 253: Cleaning The Windows

    Otherwise, the Use only insect remover and car shampoo from windows/windscreen could be damaged. the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care products. Clean the water drainage channels of the windscreen and the rear window at regular intervals.
  • Page 254 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the mirror turn signal Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
  • Page 255 Clean chrome parts with a chrome care prod- uct tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Interior care Cleaning the exhaust pipe Cleaning the display WARNING...
  • Page 256 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use down with a dry cloth. leather care agents that have been recom- Make sure that the leather does not mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. become soaked. It may otherwise become rough and cracked. Cleaning wood trim and trim elements...
  • Page 257 If necessary, dampen the lint- free cotton cloth with a small amount of clear water. Use wood oil recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz to treat and protect the wooden luggage compartment floor. This revitalises the wooden surface and increases the resilience of the wood.

  • Page 258: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? The reflective safety jackets should be stored Where will I find...? in their original packaging in a dry place away Reflective safety jacket from sources of heat and light. The maximum number of washes specified is Removing reflective safety jackets not the only factor influencing the life span of the reflective safety jackets.

  • Page 259: First Aid Kit

    Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle The fire extinguisher is located in the stowage compartment under the driver's seat. Fold feet = down and out to the side. Pull handle : upwards. Fold side reflectors ; upwards to form a tri- Open stowage compartment ;...

  • Page 260: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? The vehicle tool kit is located under the cover in The spare wheel is on the outside of the rear the footwell in front of the rear bench seat. door. Fold cover : to the side. Removing the cover Pull vehicle tool kit ;...

  • Page 261: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Pull cover ring : apart and remove it. Make sure that tab ; is below when refitting cover ring : ( page 257). Pull off cover panel ?. For safety reasons, regularly check to ensure that the wheel is securely fastened. Flat tyre Preparing the vehicle Observe the notes on changing a wheel...
  • Page 262 Battery (vehicle) safety-relevant systems, e.g the lighting sys- Make sure that the positive terminal of a tem, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) or the connected battery does not come into con- tact with vehicle parts. ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted.

  • Page 263: Charging The Battery

    However, you battery yourself, please observe the follow- can also charge the battery with a charger rec- ing: ommended by Mercedes-Benz. For more infor- mation, please contact a qualified specialist secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling workshop.

  • Page 264: Jump-Starting

    WARNING using a battery charger that has been tested and A discharged battery can freeze at tempera- approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi- tures below freezing point. When jump-start- cles and tested and approved by Mercedes- ing the vehicle or charging the battery, gases Benz is available as an accessory.
  • Page 265 Jump-starting It is important that you observe the described order of the battery terminals when connecting and disconnecting a battery. When jump-starting, make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are connected. It is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting the jump leads.
  • Page 266 Jump-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device. The jump-starting connection point consists of contacts ; and =. Lift up cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ;...

  • Page 267: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Towing and tow-starting DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in Important safety notes the following or similar situations: when towing away WARNING in a car wash Safety-relevant functions are restricted or not You may tow the vehicle for a maximum of available if: 50km.
  • Page 268 Towing and tow-starting If the transfer case cannot be shifted into the Rear towing eye : is located beneath the Neutral position, you can tow away the vehicle bumper, on the left-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel. with one axle raised.

  • Page 269: Transporting The Vehicle

    264). You may only secure the vehicle by the wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre axle or steering components. Otherwise, the and seek advice. vehicle could be damaged.

  • Page 270: Fuses

    267). If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned.
  • Page 271 Fuses Remove cover ; in the direction of the Fuse box in the front-passenger foot- arrow. well To close: clip in cover ;. Fit cover ; with screws :. Fuse box in the luggage compartment Unscrew screws :. Fold up cover ; in the direction of the arrow. Open the rear door.

  • Page 272: Operation

    You could otherwise damage Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- the wheel rims and tyres. cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- rectly can impair the operating safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved...

  • Page 273: Winter Operation

    Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. mileage Use only tyres and wheels of the same type and make. Fit only tyres of the correct size onto the Notes on the tyre tread wheels.
  • Page 274 Both types of tyre are identified thereby damaging the tyres permanently. by the M+S marking. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage. Only winter tyres bearing the i snowflake symbol in addition to the M+S marking provide WARNING the best possible grip in wintry road conditions.

  • Page 275: Tyre Pressure

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use only snow chains that have the tyres may wear excessively and/or been approved for Mercedes-Benz or that are of unevenly, which may greatly impair tyre an equivalent standard of quality. For more traction.
  • Page 276 Tyre pressure The tyres are cold: Check the tyre for foreign objects. if the vehicle has been parked with the tyres Check whether the wheel is losing air or the out of direct sunlight for at least three hours valve is leaking. If you are unable to rectify the damage, con- if the vehicle has not been driven further than tact a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 277: Important Safety Notes

    Tyre pressure For further information on displaying this mes- The tyre pressure values indicated by the on- sage, refer to the "Checking the tyre pressure board computer may differ from those meas- electronically" section ( page 274). ured at a filling station using a pressure gauge. The tyre pressures shown by the on-board com- puter refer to those measured at sea level.
  • Page 278 Tyre pressure If the Rectify tyre pressure Rectify tyre pressure message sures sures will will be be displayed displayed after after a a few appears in the multifunction display, the tyre minutes of driving minutes of driving message appears. pressure in at least one tyre is too low. The Press the : button.
  • Page 279 Tyre pressure country Radio type approval number country Radio type approval number Jordan Kingdom of Jordan South Africa Type approval for Tyre Pressure sensor. Manufacturer: Schrader Elec- TA-2012/1540 Approved tronics Ltd. TA-2011/1370 Approved Model: GG4 Type Approval Number: Ukraine TRC/LPD/2012/190 Model: MC34MA4 Type Approval Number: Schrader Electronics цім...

  • Page 280: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Brazil The wear patterns on the front and rear tyres differ depending on the operating conditions. Interchange the wheels before a clear wear pat- tern has formed on the tyres. Front tyres typi- cally wear more on the shoulders, while rear tyres wear more in the centre.

  • Page 281: Securing The Vehicle Against Rolling Away

    Do not unscrew the bolts completely. cle: Use only the vehicle-specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 282 For safety rea- securely in the recess of jack A and the base sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you of the jack lies evenly on the ground. only use wheel bolts which have been approved...

  • Page 283: Wheel/Tyre Combinations

    Wheel/tyre combinations for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective If you are driving with the emergency spare wheel. wheel fitted, the tyre pressure monitor cannot function reliably. Restart the tyre pressure mon- Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact sur- itor only once the defective wheel has been faces.

  • Page 284: Spare Wheel

    If the tyre and wheel dimensions of the spare You can ask for information regarding permitted wheel differ from the wheel to be replaced, the spare wheels at a Mercedes-Benz Service spare wheel is an emergency spare wheel. Centre. WARNING...

  • Page 285: Information On Technical Data

    You can obtain further informa- The operating permit may be invalidated if tion from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. the instructions for installation and use of two-way radios are not observed. In particular, the following conditions must be...

  • Page 286: Identification Plates

    (VIN) tional instructions when installing. Deviations in respect of wavebands, maximum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values:...

  • Page 287: Service Products And Capacities

    Components and service products must be matched. Use only products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- priate section.
  • Page 288 Service products and capacities Tank capacity 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Model Total capa- Other designations, for example: city 0W-30 5W-30 All models Approx. 96.0 l 5W-40 You can obtain further information at any quali- fied specialist workshop or on the Internet at...
  • Page 289 In this Information on refuelling ( page 127). case, in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Ser- Mercedes-AMG vehicles vice Centre, the fuel should be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by Mercedes- Only refuel using super unleaded petrol with Benz.

  • Page 290: Low Outside Temperatures

    Service products and capacities Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and do Do not inhale any ammonia vapours that may be not use any special additives. Otherwise, ® released. Fill the AdBlue tank only in well-ven- engine damage may occur. tilated areas.

  • Page 291: Brake Fluid

    Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz-approved G 500 9.0 l engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz G 350 d 12.5 l engines. Further information on tested and approved Mercedes-AMG G 63 9.0 l...
  • Page 292 You system could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found Important safety notes in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB Specifications for Service WARNING Products 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or contact If windscreen washer concentrate comes into a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 293: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data When handling washer fluid, observe the impor- Dimensions and weights tant safety notes on service products page 284). At temperatures above freezing: Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB SummerFit. Mix 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water.

  • Page 294: Fording Depth

    Off-road driving vehicle data Approach/departure angle All other models Vehicle length 4764 mm Vehicle width including 2056 mm exterior mirrors Vehicle width excluding 1867 mm exterior mirrors Vehicle height 1954 mm Vehicle height with roof rack installed at the factory Wheelbase 2850 mm The table shows front approach/departure...

  • Page 295: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch The rear wheel torque is increased and it is Permissible rear axle load during easier to pull away. trailer towing Further information on the maximum gradient climbing ability ( page 142). Model Permissible axle load All models 1900 kg Trailer tow hitch Permissible trailer load, braked (at a...

  • Page 296: Editorial Office

    Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles 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 sug- gestions you may have regarding this Owner's...
  • Page 297 Digital - on the Internet You can find the Owner's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital - as an App ® The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple App store or Google Play. Apple® iOS Android™...