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Index


Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 280
Display messages .......................... 171
High-performance brake system .... 139
Important safety notes .................. 137
Maintenance .................................. 138
Parking brake ........................ 135, 139
Warning lamp ................................. 183


Breakdown


see Accident (notes) Brush guard ....................................... 207
Bulbs


Backup lamp .................................. 101
Brake lamp .................................... 100
Cornering light function ................... 98
fog lamps ......................................... 98
Overview .......................................... 97
rear fog lamp ................................. 101
Tail lamp ........................................ 100
Turn signal lamp .............................. 99


CAC


California


Capacities


Care


(Customer Assistance Center) ......... 20


Important notice for retail customers and lessees .................... 18


Children


see Technical data


Child seat


Carpets .......................................... 226
Car wash ........................................ 221
Chrome parts ................................. 224
Display ........................................... 224
Gear or selector lever .................... 225
Headlamps ..................................... 224
Matte finish ................................... 223
Notes ............................................. 220
Paint .............................................. 222
Plastic trim .................................... 225
Power washer ................................ 222
Rear view camera .......................... 224
Roof lining ...................................... 226
Seat belt ........................................ 226
Seat covers .................................... 225
Sensors ......................................... 224
Steering wheel ............................... 225
Tail pipes ....................................... 224


Trim strips ..................................... 225
Washing by hand ........................... 222
Wheels ........................................... 222
Windows ........................................ 223
Wiper blades .................................. 223
Wooden trim .................................. 225
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 194
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 196
CD player/CD changer


Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161


Center console


Central locking


Overview .......................................... 29


Automatic locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 165
SmartKey ......................................... 62


Changing bulbs


Headlamps ....................................... 96
Changing gears .................................. 123
Checklist


After driving off-road ...................... 143
Before driving off-road ................... 143
Checklist (off-road driving) .............. 143
Child-proof locks


Rear doors ....................................... 54


In the vehicle ................................... 49
Restraint systems ............................ 50


Automatic recognition ..................... 39
Automatic recognition/air bag deactivation, self-test ...................... 41
LATCH-type (ISOFIX ) child seat anchors ............................................ 52
Special seat belt retractor ............... 51
Top Tether ....................................... 53
Troubleshooting ............................... 42


Chrome parts (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 224
Cigarette lighter ................................ 199
Climate control


Activating/deactivating ................. 108
Activating/deactivating air- recirculation mode ......................... 111
Controlling automatically ............... 109
Cooling with air dehumidification . . 108
Defrosting the windshield .............. 110


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Demisting the windows .................. 110
Dual-zone automatic climate control ........................................... 107
Important safety notes .................. 106
Indicator lamp ................................ 109
Problems with "cooling with air dehumidification" ........................... 109
Problems with the rear window heating .......................................... 111
Refrigerant ..................................... 279
Setting the air distribution ............. 109
Setting the airflow ......................... 110
Setting the air vents ...................... 113
Setting the temperature ................ 109
Switching the rear window defroster on/off ............................ 111
Switching the residual heat function on/off .............................. 112
Windshield defroster ...................... 110


Cockpit


Overview .......................................... 25


Consumption statistics (on-board computer) .......................................... 166
Convenience closing feature .............. 71
Convenience opening feature ............ 71
Coolant (engine)


Checking the level ......................... 217
Display message ............................ 174
Notes ............................................. 280
Temperature gauge ........................ 156


Cooling


see Climate control Cornering lamps .................................. 94
Correct use .......................................... 20
Cruise control


Cruise control lever ....................... 147
Display message ............................ 178
Function/notes ............................. 147
Cup holders ........................................ 197
Customer Assistance Center


(CAC) ............................................... 20
Customer Relations Department ....... 20


Daytime running lamps


Switching on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 164


Delayed switch-off


Exterior lighting (on-board computer) ...................................... 164
Interior lighting (on-board computer) ...................................... 165
Demisting the windshield ................. 110
Differential locks ............................... 129
Digital speedometer ......................... 160
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 224
Display messages


Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 169
Clearing (on-board computer) ........ 169
Driving systems ............................. 178
Safety systems .............................. 170
Service interval display .................. 219
Distance recorder ............................. 160
Door


Automatic locking ............................ 68
Automatic locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 165
Display message ............................ 181
Emergency locking ........................... 68
Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
Opening (from inside) ...................... 67


Door control panel


Overview .......................................... 31


Doors


Important safety notes .................... 67
Drinking and driving ......................... 136
Drinks holder


see Cup holders ............................. 197
Driving abroad ..................................... 90
Driving in mountainous terrain


Approach/departure angle ............ 145
Driving downhill ............................. 146
Gradient-climbing capability (maximum) ..................................... 146
Driving on flooded roads .................. 140


Index


Driving safety system


EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution) ..................................... 59
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) .......................................... 57
Important safety information ........... 55


Driving safety systems


4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 58
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 56
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 56
Overview .......................................... 55


Driving systems


Cruise control ................................ 147
Rear view camera .......................... 152
Driving tips ........................................ 123
Braking .......................................... 139
Downhill gradients ......................... 137
Driving on flooded roads ................ 140
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Driving on wet roads ...................... 140
Driving over obstacles ................... 145
Off-road driving .............................. 142
Off-road fording ............................. 140
Tire ruts ......................................... 144
Wet road surface ........................... 138
Winter ............................................ 141
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 161


EASY-ENTRY feature ............................ 84


Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ............................ 165
EASY-EXIT feature ............................... 84
EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)


Function/notes ................................ 59


Electrical fuses


see Fuses


Electronic Brake force


see EBD


Electronic Stability Program


see ESP®


Electronic Traction Support


see 4ETS


Emergency call


see mbrace


Emergency release


Fuel filler flap ................................. 133
Vehicle ............................................. 68


Emergency running mode


Automatic transmission ................. 126


Emergency tensioning device


Function ........................................... 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 35


Emissions purification


Service and warranty information .... 17


Engine


Display message ............................ 174
Irregular running ............................ 120
Starting problems .......................... 120
Starting the engine with the SmartKey ....................................... 117
Switching off .................................. 135
Warning lamp Check Engine .......... 188


Engine electronics


Malfunction .................................... 120
Engine number .................................. 276
Engine oil


Adding ........................................... 216
Additives ........................................ 279
Checking the oil level ..................... 215
Display message ............................ 176
Notes about oil grades ................... 279
Viscosity ........................................ 279


ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)


Activating/deactivating ................... 58
Display message ............................ 170
Important safety information ........... 57
Exhaust check ................................... 137
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 224
Exterior lighting


Delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ...................................... 164


Exterior mirrors


Adjusting ......................................... 85
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 87
Malfunction ...................................... 87
Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 86
Storing settings (memory function) .......................................... 88
Storing the parking position ............. 87


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Exterior view


Overview .......................................... 24


First-aid kit ......................................... 229
Flat tire


Changing a wheel/mounting the spare wheel ................................... 232
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 232
Raising the vehicle ......................... 233
Floormat ............................................. 211
Front fog lamp (display message) ... 173
Fuel


Additives ........................................ 278
Notes ............................................. 277
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 278
Refueling ........................................ 131
Specifications ................................ 278
Troubleshooting ............................. 134
Fuel/water separator ....................... 220
Fuel consumption


Notes ............................................. 136
Fuel filler cap (display message) ..... 178
Fuel filler flap


Emergency release ........................ 133
Opening/closing ............................ 132


Display message ............................ 178


Fuel filter


Fuel level


Calling up the range (on-board computer) ...................................... 167
Fuse allocation chart ........................ 243
Fuse box


Battery case ................................... 244
Dashboard ..................................... 243
Front-passenger footwell ............... 243
Transmission tunnel ....................... 244
Fuse extractor ................................... 243
Fuses


Dashboard fuse box ....................... 243
Fuse allocation chart ..................... 243
Fuse box in the front-passenger footwell .......................................... 243
Fuse box in the transmission tunnel ............................................ 244
In the battery case ......................... 244
Notes ............................................. 242


Garage door opener


Clearing the memory ..................... 211
Notes ............................................. 208
Opening/closing the garage door .. 210
Programming the remote control ... 209


Gear or selector lever (cleaning guidelines) ......................................... 225
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 274
Genuine wood trim and trim strips (cleaning instructions) ...................... 225
Glove box ........................................... 193
Gradient-climbing capability (maximum) ......................................... 146
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (definition) ......................................... 267


Hazard warning lamps ........................ 93
Headlamp cleaning system ................ 93
Adding washer fluid ....................... 218
Notes ............................................. 281


Headlamp delayed switch-off


see Exterior lighting delayed switch-off Headlamp protection grille .............. 100
Headlamps


Cleaning ......................................... 224
Misting up ........................................ 94
Headlamps (automatic) ...................... 91
Head restraints


Adjusting (angle) .............................. 79
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 80
Installing/removing (rear) ................ 80
Luxury .............................................. 80
Resetting (front) ............................... 80
see NECK-PRO head restraints


Heating


see Climate control ........................ 106
High beam flasher ............................... 93
high-mounted brake lamp


Display message ............................ 173
Hill start assist .................................. 118
Hood


Closing ........................................... 215
Display message ............................ 181
Opening ......................................... 214


Index


Hydroplaning ..................................... 140


Immobilizer .......................................... 59
Instrument cluster


Overview .......................................... 26
Selecting the language (on-board computer) ...................................... 163
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 163
Interior lighting


Adjusting ......................................... 94
Automatic control ............................ 95
Cargo compartment lamp ................ 95
Delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ...................................... 165
Manual control ................................. 95
Reading lamp ................................... 95
Rear interior lighting ........................ 96


Jack


Storage location ............................ 229
Using ............................................. 233
Jump-starting ..................................... 238


Key positions


SmartKey ....................................... 117
Kickdown ........................................... 123


Display message ............................ 172
Driving abroad ................................. 90
Fog lamps ........................................ 92
Hazard warning lamps ..................... 93
High-beam headlamps ..................... 93
Light switch ..................................... 90
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 91
Rear fog lamp .................................. 92
Turn signals ..................................... 93
Limited Warranty ................................ 21
Load anchorage ................................. 196
Loading guidelines ............................ 192
Locking


Automatic ........................................ 68
Emergency locking ........................... 68
From inside the vehicle (central locking button) ................................. 67


Low-beam headlamp (display message) ............................................ 172
Low-beam headlamps


Automatic headlamps ...................... 91
Driving abroad ................................. 90


Lubricant additives


see Additives


Luggage compartment


Cover ............................................. 196
Luggage net ....................................... 194
Lumbar support


4-way lumbar support ...................... 81
Luxury head restraints ....................... 80


Lamps


Display message ............................ 172


LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors ................................................ 52
License plate lamp (display message) ............................................ 173
Lighting


see Lights ........................................ 90


Lights


Activating/deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ...................... 165
Cornering light function ................... 94
Daytime running lamps .................... 91


M+S tires ............................................ 248
Main-beam headlamps (display message) ............................................ 173
Maintenance


Battery ........................................... 235


Malfunction messages


see Display messages


Malfunctions


see Display messages


Malfunctions relevant to safety


Reporting ......................................... 20


Matte finish (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 223


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mbrace


Call priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes .................. 202
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 207
MB info call button ........................ 205
Roadside Assistance button .......... 204
Self-test ......................................... 202
System .......................................... 202
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 206


Mechanical key


Function/notes ................................ 63
Loss ................................................. 66


Memory card


Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161
see separate operating instructions Memory function ................................. 88
Menu (on-board computer)


Audio ............................................. 160
DVD ............................................... 161
Message memory .......................... 169
Navigation ..................................... 162
Overview of menus ........................ 159
Resetting to factory settings .......... 162
Settings ......................................... 162
Standard display ............................ 160
Telephone ...................................... 167
Trip computer ................................ 166


Messages


Mirrors


Mobile phone


MP3


see Display messages


Sun visor ........................................ 198


Menu (on-board computer) ............ 167


Operating (on-board computer) ..... 161
see separate operating instructions Multicontour seat ................................ 81
Multifunction display ........................ 158
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 28
Operating the on-board computer . 157


Navigation


On-board computer ....................... 162
see separate operating instructions


NECK-PRO head restraints


Operation ......................................... 42
Resetting after being triggered ........ 43


Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ................................................ 116
Notes on driving


Gravel roads .................................. 144


Occupant safety


Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
System overview .............................. 34
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 278
Odometer ........................................... 160
Off-road


4MATIC .......................................... 149
Differential locks ............................ 129
Off-road ABS .................................... 56
Off-road driving ................................. 142
Checklist ........................................ 143
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Important safety notes .................. 142
Off-road fording ................................. 140
Oil


see Engine oil


On-board computer


Audio menu ................................... 160
Convenience submenu .................. 165
Display messages .......................... 169
Factory settings ............................. 162
Important safety notes .................. 156
Message memory menu ................. 169
Navigation menu ............................ 162
Operating video DVD ..................... 161
Operation ....................................... 157
Overview of menus ........................ 159
Settings menu ............................... 162
Standard display menu .................. 160
Telephone menu ............................ 167
Trip computer menu ...................... 166
Vehicle submenu ........................... 165
On-board computer language .......... 163


Index


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Operating safety


Operating system


Important safety note ...................... 19


see On-board computer


Outside temperature


Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 160
Display ........................................... 157


Overhead control panel


Overview .......................................... 30


Override feature


Rear side windows ........................... 54


Paint code number ............................ 275
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 222
Panic alarm .......................................... 54
Parking ............................................... 134
Parking aid


Exterior mirror on the front- passenger side ................................. 87
Rear view camera .......................... 152
Parking brake .................................... 135
Display message ............................ 171
see Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lamp (display message) ...... 174
Parking lock


releasing manually ......................... 126


Parking position


Exterior mirror on the front- passenger side ................................. 87
Pedals ................................................. 136
Permanent four-wheel drive


see 4MATIC


Permissible gross vehicle weight rating .................................................. 256
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 225
Power washers .................................. 222
Product information ............................ 17
Programming


SmartKeys ....................................... 63


Pulling away


Automatic transmission ................. 118


Radio


Changing stations (on-board computer) ...................................... 160
see separate operating instructions Range (on-board computer) ............. 167
Rear bench seat


Folding forward .............................. 195


Rear compartment


Setting the air vents ...................... 113


Rear door


Display message ............................ 181
Opening/closing .............................. 69
Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 173
Rear seat bench


Folding into an upright position ..... 195


Rear view camera


Function/notes ............................. 152


Rear view camera (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 224
Rear-view mirror


Adjusting ......................................... 85
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 87
Rear window heating ........................ 111
Malfunction .................................... 111
Rear window wiper ........................... 102
Refueling ............................................ 131
Remote control


Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 209


Reporting


Reserve fuel


Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 20


Display message ............................ 178
Warning lamp ................................. 188


Residual heat


Restraint systems


Switching on/off ........................... 112


see SRS Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 18
Roof carrier ........................................ 197
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning guidelines) ......................................... 226
Route


see Route guidance (on-board computer)


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Route guidance (on-board computer) .......................................... 162


Safety


Safety systems


Seat


Seat backrest


Seat belt


Seat belts


Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
Child restraint systems .................... 50
Overview of occupant safety systems ........................................... 34


see Driving safety systems


Important safety notes .................... 77


Folding back .................................. 195
Folding forwards ............................ 195


Fastening, front ............................... 46
Fastening in the rear, center ............ 46


Adjusting the height ......................... 47
Belt force limiters ............................ 49
Cleaning ......................................... 226
Correct usage .................................. 44
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 49
Fastening ................................... 45, 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 43
Releasing ......................................... 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Special seat belt retractor ............... 51
Warning lamp ................................. 184
Warning lamp (function) ................... 48


Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 82


Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support ............................................ 81
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 79
Cleaning the cover ......................... 225
Correct driver's seat position ........... 76
Multicontour seat ............................ 81
Storing settings (memory function) .......................................... 88
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 81
Switching the seat ventilation on/ off .................................................... 82


Seat heating


Seats


Seat ventilation


Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 83
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 224
Service indicator


see Service interval display Service interval display .................... 219


Displaying a service message (on- board computer) ............................ 220


Service products


Brake fluid ..................................... 280
Capacities ...................................... 277
Coolant (engine) ............................ 280
Engine oil ....................................... 279
Fuel ................................................ 277
Important safety notes .................. 276
Notes ............................................. 276
Refrigerant (air-conditioning system) .......................................... 279
Washer fluid ................................... 281


Settings


Calling up a stored setting ............... 88
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 162
On-board computer ....................... 162


Setting the unit (on-board computer)


Speedometer ................................. 163
Shift ranges ....................................... 123
Side marker lamp (display message) ............................................ 173
Side window


Important safety information ........... 70


Side windows


Convenience closing feature ............ 71
Convenience opening feature .......... 71
Opening and closing ........................ 71
Troubleshooting ............................... 72
Ski rack .............................................. 197
Sliding sunroof


Important safety notes .................... 72
Opening/closing .............................. 73
Operating manually .......................... 73


SmartKey


Changing the battery ....................... 64
Changing the programming ............. 63
Checking the battery ....................... 64
Convenience closing feature ............ 71
Convenience opening feature .......... 71
Important safety notes .................... 62


Index


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SOS


Loss ................................................. 66
Malfunction ...................................... 66
Starting the engine ........................ 117
Snow chains ...................................... 248
Socket


Front-passenger footwell ............... 200
Luggage compartment ................... 200
Rear compartment ......................... 200


see mbrace Spare fuses ........................................ 243
Spare wheel


Exterior spare wheel bracket ......... 230
Installing ........................................ 232
Notes/data .................................... 272


Speedometer


Additional speedometer (on- board computer) ............................ 160
Setting the unit (on-board computer) ...................................... 163


SPEEDTRONIC


Display-Meldung ............................ 178


SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)


Display message ............................ 170
Introduction ..................................... 34
Warning lamp ................................. 187
Warning lamp (function) ................... 34


Standard display (on-board computer) .......................................... 160
Starting the engine


Important safety notes .................. 117


Station


see Radio Status line (on-board computer) ...... 158
Selecting the display ...................... 163


Steering wheel


Adjusting ......................................... 83
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 157
Cleaning ......................................... 225
Important safety notes .................... 83
Steering wheel heating .................... 83
Storing settings (memory function) .......................................... 88


Steering wheel heating


Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............ 84


SUV


Stowage compartments


Armrest (under) ............................. 193
Glove box ....................................... 193
Stowage pockets ........................... 194


Stowage space


Cup holders ................................... 197
Important safety information ......... 193


Submenu (on-board computer)


Convenience .................................. 165
Vehicle ........................................... 165


Summer opening


see Convenience opening feature Summer tires ..................................... 248
Sun visor ............................................ 198
Supplemental Restraint System


see SRS


Surround lighting


Switching on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 164


(Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 19


Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ................................................. 111
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 59


Tachometer ........................................ 156
Tail lamps


Changing ....................................... 100
Tail lamps (Display message) ........... 174
Technical data


G 500 ............................................. 281
G 55 AMG ...................................... 282
Tires ............................................... 272
Wheels ........................................... 272


TELEAID


Call priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes .................. 202
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 207
MB info call button ........................ 205
Roadside Assistance button .......... 204
Self-test ......................................... 202


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System .......................................... 202
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 206


Telephone


Menu (on-board computer) ............ 167
Telephone compartment .................. 193
Temperature


Coolant .......................................... 156
Displaying the outside temperature ................................... 160
Outside temperature ...................... 157
Setting (climate control) ................ 109


Theft deterrent locking system


Immobilizer ...................................... 59


Tilt/sliding sunroof


see Sliding sunroof


Tire pressure


Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 253
Checking ........................................ 252
Checking manually ........................ 253
Display message ............................ 179
Maximum ....................................... 252
Notes ............................................. 250
Recommended ............................... 249


Tire pressure monitoring system


Function/notes ............................. 253
Restarting ...................................... 255
Warning lamp ................................. 189


Tires


Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 268
Average weight of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 267
Bar (definition) ............................... 266
Characteristics .............................. 266
Checking ........................................ 246
Definition of terms ......................... 266
Direction of rotation ...................... 270
Distribution of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 269
DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................... 265
DOT (Department of Transportation) (definition) ............ 266
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (definition) ..................................... 267
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (definition) ..................................... 267
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (definition) ..................................... 267


GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (definition) ......................... 267
Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment (definition) ...... 267
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 268
Labeling (overview) ........................ 262
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 269
Load index ..................................... 265
Load index (definition) ................... 268
Maximum loaded vehicle weight (definition) ..................................... 267
Maximum load on a tire (definition) ..................................... 268
Maximum permissible tire pressure (definition) ....................... 268
Maximum tire load ......................... 260
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 268
Optional equipment weight (definition) ..................................... 268
PSI (pounds per square inch) (definition) ..................................... 268
Replacing ....................................... 269
Service life ..................................... 248
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 268
Speed index (definition) ................. 267
Storing ........................................... 270
Structure and characteristics (definition) ..................................... 266
Technical data ............................... 272
Temperature .................................. 262
TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ..................................... 269
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 268
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 268
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 267
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed index .................... 263
Tire tread ....................................... 247
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 268
Total load limit (definition) ............. 269
Traction ......................................... 261
Traction (definition) ....................... 269
Tread wear ..................................... 261
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar noseweight) (definition) ................. 269
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...................................... 261


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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (definition) .................... 267
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 268
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 269
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 267
Top Tether ............................................ 53
Tow-away alarm .................................. 60
Towing ................................................ 242
Important safety guidelines ........... 240


Towing eye


Front .............................................. 240
Rear ............................................... 240


Trailer loads and drawbar noseweights ...................................... 260
Transfer case


Display message ............................ 182
Shift ranges ................................... 126
Transmission position display ......... 122
Transmission positions .................... 122
Transporting the vehicle .................. 241
Traveling uphill


Brow of hill ..................................... 146


Trip computer (on-board computer) .......................................... 166
Trip odometer


Calling up ....................................... 160


Turn signal


Display message ............................ 172
Turn signals ......................................... 93
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar noseweight) (definition) ................... 269
Type identification plate


see Vehicle identification plate


Ultrasonic backing up aid


Function/notes ............................. 149
Malfunction .................................... 152
Range of the sensors ..................... 150
Warning display ............................. 150


Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ............................. 67


Unlocking


Vanity mirror


Vehicle


Sun visor ........................................ 198


Data acquisition ............................... 21
Emergency unlocking ....................... 68
Equipment ....................................... 17
Individual settings (on-board computer) ...................................... 162
Loading .......................................... 256
Lowering ........................................ 234
Maintenance .................................... 18
Parking up ..................................... 135
Raising ........................................... 233
Reporting problems ......................... 20
Towing away .................................. 240
Tow-starting ................................... 240
Transporting .................................. 241


Vehicle dimensions


Technical data ............................... 281


Vehicle identification number


see VIN


Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................................................... 275
Vehicle identification plate .............. 275
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 229
Vehicle weights


Technical data ............................... 281


Ventilation


Setting the air distribution ............. 109
Setting the airflow ......................... 110
Video (DVD) ........................................ 161
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 161
VIN ...................................................... 275


Warning and indicator lamps


ABS ................................................ 185
Brakes ........................................... 183
Check Engine ................................. 188
ESP® OFF ....................................... 186
Fuel tank ........................................ 188
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 39
Reserve fuel ................................... 188
Seat belt ........................................ 184


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SRS ................................................ 187
Tire pressure monitor .................... 189
Warranty ............................................ 274
Washer fluid


Display message ............................ 181
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 234
Wheel change


see Flat tire .................................... 232


Wheels


Changing/replacing ....................... 269
Changing a wheel .......................... 232
Checking ........................................ 246
Cleaning ......................................... 222
Mounting a wheel .......................... 234
Removing a wheel .......................... 234
Storing ........................................... 270
Technical data ............................... 272
Tightening torque ........................... 234


Wheels and tires


Important safety notes .................. 246


Window curtain air bag


Operation ......................................... 39


Windows


see Side windows Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 223
Windshield heater ............................. 110
Windshield heating


see Windshield defroster Windshield washer system .............. 218
Notes ............................................. 281


Windshield wipers


Important safety notes .................. 101
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 103
Switching on/off ........................... 102
Troubleshooting ............................. 104


Winter


Driving in winter ............................. 141
Winter operation ............................ 248
Winter operation ............................... 141
Winter tires


M+S tires ....................................... 248


Wiper blades


Cleaning ......................................... 223


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Product information


Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as conversion parts and accessories which have been specifically approved for your vehicle for their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is unable to assess other parts. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, even if they have been independently or officially approved. The use of non-approved parts could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifications, and the parts will be professionally installed.


Operator's Manual Notes on the Operator's Manual Before you first drive off, read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Vehicle damage resulting from the disregard of the instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


Vehicle equipment This manual describes all the standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations. All the systems found in your vehicle are listed in the original purchase agreement of your vehicle. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.


Service and vehicle operation Service and literature The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and conditions in the Service and Guarantee Booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will replace and repair all factory- installed parts in accordance with the following warranty terms and conditions: Rnew vehicle limited warranty Rwarranty on the exhaust system Rwarranty on the emission values RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,


Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont warranty on the emission control system


Rextended consumer protection laws which


vary by state ("Lemon Laws")


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Information for customers in California In California, you have the right to exchange a vehicle or receive a refund of the purchase or leasing price if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or an authorized workshop or maintenance facility cannot, after several authorized repairs, rectify considerable damage to or malfunctions of the vehicle that are covered by the contractual warranty. Customers who purchase or lease a vehicle may have their vehicles repaired within 18
months from delivery or up until an odometer reading of 29,000 km (i.e. 18,000 miles), whichever comes first, if: (1) the serious defect or damage can result in deadly or serious injury to the vehicle occupants while driving AND this defect has already been repaired at least twice AND Mercedes-Benz, LLC has been informed in writing of the necessity of a repair.


(2) the defect or damage, though less


serious than (1) above, has already been repaired at least four times AND Mercedes-Benz has been informed in writing of the necessity of a repair.


(3) the vehicle cannot be used for longer


than 30 calendar days because of repair work resulting from this or other serious defects or damage.


Please send your written notice to: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350


Maintenance The Service and Guarantee Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be done at regular intervals. Always bring the Service and Guarantee Booklet with you when bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The


customer service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Guarantee Booklet.


Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program offers technical help in the case of a breakdown. Your calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (USA) 1-800-387-0100 (Canada) You can find further information in the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance" section in the Service and Warranty booklet (Canada). You will find both in the vehicle document wallet. In accordance with standard program guidelines, Roadside Assistance is prepared to provide vehicle service up until a reasonable distance from the next paved roadway. We will make every effort to assist in a breakdown situation. However, the accessibility of your vehicle will be determined by our authorized Mercedes-Benz Service technician or the tow service provider on a case-by-case basis. Additional charges may be applicable for a breakdown location determined not to be a reasonably accessible roadside location as determined by our authorized technician and tow service provider.


Change of address or ownership In the event of a change of address, please send us the "Notification of Address Change" in the Service and Guarantee Booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service Center (Canada) at


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1-800-387-0100. Thus, if necessary, we can reach you in a timely fashion. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the entire literature in the vehicle so that it is available to the next owner. If you have purchased a used car, please send us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in the Service and Guarantee Booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.


Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada When you are abroad with your vehicle, observe the following points: Rservice points or replacement parts may


not be available immediately.


Runleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic converter may not be available. Leaded fuel may cause damage to the catalytic converter.


Rthe fuel may have a considerably lower Anti-Knock Index. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage.


Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in Europe through our European Delivery Program. Please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information, or write to one of the following addresses. In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9


Sport Utility Vehicle G Warning! This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars are not intended. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from conventional passenger cars in driving conditions which may occur on streets, highways and off-road use. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars. As with other vehicles of this type, if you make sharp turns at excessive speeds or abrupt maneuvers, the vehicle may roll over or may go out of control and crash. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Operator’s Manual. Take time to become familiar with the driving characteristics of this vehicle. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Do not attempt sharp turns at excessive speeds or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. When driving off-road or working the vehicle hard, do not overload it. And, always wear your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.


Operating Safety Important safety notes G Warning Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle's electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may


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produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle. Some safety systems only function when the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving. G Warning Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred: Rturn on your hazard warning flashers. Rslow down carefully. Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe


distance from the road.


Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.


Correct use Observe the following information when using your vehicle: Rthe safety notes in this manual Rthe "Technical data" section in this manual Rtraffic rules and regulations Rlaws and safety standards pertaining to


motor vehicles


G Warning! There are various warning stickers affixed to your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and others to various dangers. Therefore, do not remove any warning stickers unless the sticker clearly states that you may do so. If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers and be injured.


Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and rectified. If the problem cannot be rectified to your satisfaction there, consult another authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses. In the USA: Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9


Reporting safety-related malfunctions Only for the USA: The following text is reproduced as required of all manufacturers according to Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575
pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966. Reporting safety defects: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause


injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590. You can find more information on vehicle safety under: http://www.safercar.gov


Limited Warranty ! Follow the instructions in this manual


about the proper operation of your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions are not covered either by Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty of Daimler AG.


Data stored in the vehicle Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle (Including California Code Supplement § 9951) Your vehicle records electronic data. If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace2 data is transmitted in the event of an accident.


2 The system is called TELEAID in Canada.


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This information serves, for example, to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access these data and submit them: Rfor safety investigations or vehicle


diagnoses


Rwith the agreement of the vehicle owner Ron the instruction of prosecuting


authorities


Rfor use in arbitration of disputes that


involve Daimler AG, its subsidiaries or its sales and service organizations Ron the basis of other legislation. Please observe the mbrace2 order agreement regarding further details on data that this system records and transmits.


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Exterior view ....................................... 24
Cockpit ................................................. 25
Instrument cluster .............................. 26
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 28
Center console .................................... 29
Overhead control panel ...................... 30
Door control panel .............................. 31


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24


Exterior view


Exterior view


Function : Rear door


Vehicle tool kit


; Rear window defroster = Rear view camera ? Rear window wiper A Rear lamps B Fuel filler flap C Opening and closing the


doors


D Exterior mirrors Parking position


E Front lamps


Page 69
229
111
152
102
100
132


62
85
87
98


Function


F Hood G Windshield wipers


Cleaning the wiper blades Replacing the wiper blades


H Cleaning the windows I Sliding sunroof J Headlamp cleaning system K Wheels and tires


Tire pressure monitor


L Brush guard M Towing eyes


Page 214
101
223
103
223
72
93
246
253
207
240


Cockpit


Cockpit


25


Function


: Combination switch ; Cleans the headlamps = Cruise control lever ? Horn A Instrument cluster B Voice Control System lever; see the separate operating instructions C Ignition lock D Glove box lock E Glove box


Page 93
93
147


26


117
193
193


Function


F Center console G Multifunction steering


wheel


H On-board diagnostics


connection


I Opens the hood J Adjusts the steering wheel


Steering wheel heating


K Light switch L Adjusts the exterior mirrors


Page 29


28


214
83


90
85


26


Instrument cluster


Instrument cluster Overview


Function


: Speedometer ; Multifunction display = Tachometer ? Fuel filler flap location


indicator: the fuel filler cap is to the rear on the right.


Page


158
156


131


Function A Fuel gauge B Coolant temperature gauge C Reset button


Page


156
160


Warning and indicator lamps


Instrument cluster


27


Function


: Low-beam headlamps ; ESP® OFF = ESP® ? Turn signal A ABS B Seat belt C SRS D Engine diagnostics (Canada


only)


Page 91
186
185
93
185
184
187


188


Function


E Engine diagnostics (USA


only)


F Reserve fuel G High-beam headlamps H Tire pressure monitor I Brakes (USA only) J Brakes (Canada only)


Page


188
188
93
189
183
183


28 Multifunction steering wheel


Multifunction steering wheel


Function


: Multifunction display ; COMAND; see the separate


operating instructions


= WX


Selects submenus in the Settings menu Changes values Adjusts the volume


Page 158


Function


? ~6


Makes/accepts or rejects/ ends a call


A VU


Selects a menu: scrolls back and forth


B &* Scrolls back and


forth within a menu


162


Page


167


159


159


Center console


29


Function


Page


G COMAND; see separate


operating instructions H Dual-zone automatic


climate control


I Ashtray


Cigarette lighter


J Stowage tray K Automatic transmission


selector lever


L Transfer case switch M Parking brake


107
198
199


122
126
135


Center console


Function


: Seat heating ; Windshield heating = Rear window wiper ? ESP® OFF A Engages the differential


locks


B Locks/unlocks centrally C Anti-theft Alarm System


(ATA) Tow-away alarm D Seat ventilation E Hazard warning lamps F PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF


indicator lamp


Page 81
110
102
57


129
67


60
60
82
93


39


30 Overhead control panel


Overhead control panel


Function


: SOS button (mbrace


system)


; To switch the cargo


compartment lamp/rear interior lighting on/off


= To switch the right-hand


reading lamp on/off


? To open/close the sliding


sunroof


A Rocker switch (to control


the interior lighting)


Page


203


95


95


72


94


Function


B Rear-view mirror C Transmitter buttons for the


garage door opener


D Indicator lamp for the


garage door opener


E Microphone for mbrace


(emergency call system)3, telephone and Voice Control System4


F To switch the left-hand


reading lamp on/off


Page 85


208


208


95


3 The system is called TELE AID in Canada. 4 See the separate operating instructions.


Door control panel


Door control panel


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Function


Page


: W Opens/closes the


side windows Activates/deactivates the override feature for the side windows in the rear compartment


; Adjusts the seat electrically = Opens the door ? Stores settings for the seat,


exterior mirrors and steering wheel


71


54
78
67


88


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Vehicle equipment .............................. 34
Occupant safety .................................. 34
Children in the vehicle ........................ 49
Panic alarm .......................................... 54
Driving safety systems ....................... 55
Anti-theft systems .............................. 59


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34 Occupant safety


Vehicle equipment


i This manual describes all the standard and optional equipment of your vehicle which was available at the time of purchase. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described. This also applies to safety- relevant systems and functions.


Occupant safety Overview of occupant safety In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle. The restraint system consists of: Rseat belts Rchild restraint systems RISOFIX child seat securing system Additional protection is provided by: RSRS (Supplemental Restraint System) RNECK-PRO head restraints Rair bag system components with:


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