2012 Mercedes-benz G Class Owners Manual

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High-beam headlamps ..................... 91 Light switch ..................................... 88 Low-beam headlamps ...................... 89 Rear fog lamp .................................. 90 Turn signals ..................................... 91 Limited Warranty ................................ 21 Load anchorage ................................. 192 Loading guidelines ............................ 188 Locking Automatic ........................................ 66 Emergency locking ........................... 66 From inside the vehicle (central locking button) ................................. 65 Low-beam headlamps Automatic headlamps ...................... 89 Display message ............................ 168 Driving abroad ................................. 88 Switching on/off .............................. 89 Symmetrical ..................................... 88 Lubricant additives see Additives Lumbar support 4-way lumbar support ...................... 79 Luxury head restraints ....................... 79 M+S tires ............................................ 244 Malfunction messages see Display messages Malfunctions see Display messages Malfunctions relevant to safety Reporting ......................................... 21 Matte finish (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 219 mbrace Call priority .................................... 202 Display message ............................ 167 Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 202 Emergency call .............................. 199 Important safety notes .................. 198 Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 203 MB info call button ........................ 201 Roadside Assistance button .......... 200 Self-test ......................................... 198 10 Index System .......................................... 198 Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 202 Mechanical key Function/notes ................................ 61 Loss ................................................. 64 Memory card Operating (on-board computer) ..... 157 see separate operating instructions Memory function ................................. 85 Menu (on-board computer) Audio ............................................. 156 DVD ............................................... 157 Message memory .......................... 165 Navigation ..................................... 158 Overview of menus ........................ 155 Resetting to factory settings .......... 158 Settings ......................................... 158 Standard display ............................ 156 Telephone ...................................... 163 Trip computer ................................ 162 Messages Mirrors Mobile phone MP3 see Display messages Sun visor ........................................ 194 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 163 Operating (on-board computer) ..... 157 see separate operating instructions Multicontour seat ................................ 79 Multifunction display ........................ 154 Multifunction steering wheel Operating the on-board computer . 153 Overview .......................................... 27 Navigation On-board computer ....................... 158 see separate operating instructions NECK-PRO head restraints Operation ......................................... 40 Resetting after being triggered ........ 41 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ................................................ 114 Occupant safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 47 System overview .............................. 32 Octane number (fuel) ........................ 274 Odometer ........................................... 156 Off-road 4MATIC .......................................... 141 Differential locks ............................ 148 Off-road ABS .................................... 54 Off-road driving Checklist ........................................ 136 Driving on sand .............................. 137 Important safety notes .................. 134 Off-road fording ................................. 133 Oil see Engine oil On-board computer Audio menu ................................... 156 Convenience submenu .................. 161 Display messages .......................... 165 Factory settings ............................. 158 Important safety notes .................. 152 Message memory menu ................. 165 Navigation menu ............................ 158 Operation ....................................... 153 Overview of menus ........................ 155 Settings menu ............................... 158 Standard display menu .................. 156 Status bar ...................................... 159 Telephone menu ............................ 163 Trip computer menu ...................... 162 Vehicle submenu ........................... 161 Video DVD operation ..................... 157 On-board computer language .......... 159 On-board diagnostics interface .......... 20 Operating safety Important safety notes .................... 19 On-board diagnostics interface ........ 20 Operating system see On-board computer Outside temperature Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 156 Display ........................................... 153 Overhead control panel Overview .......................................... 29 Override feature Rear side windows ........................... 52 Rear compartment Setting the air vents ...................... 111 Index 11 Paint code number ............................ 271 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 218 Panic alarm .......................................... 52 Parcel net ........................................... 190 Parking ............................................... 127 Parking aid Exterior mirror on the front- passenger side ................................. 85 Rear view camera .......................... 144 Parking brake Applying ......................................... 128 Display message ............................ 166 Parking lamp (display message) ...... 169 Parking lock Releasing manually ........................ 124 Parking position Exterior mirror on the front- passenger side ................................. 85 Pedals ................................................. 129 Permanent four-wheel drive see 4MATIC Permissible gross vehicle weight rating .................................................. 252 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 221 Power washers .................................. 218 Product information ............................ 17 Programming SmartKey ......................................... 61 Pulling away Automatic transmission ................. 116 Qualified specialist workshop ........... 20 Radio Changing stations (on-board computer) ...................................... 156 see separate operating instructions Range (on-board computer) ............. 163 Rear bench seat Folding forward .............................. 191 Rear door Display message ............................ 177 Important safety notes .................... 67 Opening/closing .............................. 67 Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 169 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seat bench Rear view camera Folding into an upright position ..... 191 Function/notes ............................. 144 Rear view camera (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 220 Rear-view mirror Adjusting ......................................... 84 Dipping (automatic) ......................... 84 Rear window defroster Problem (malfunction) ................... 109 Switching on/off ........................... 109 Rear window wiper ........................... 100 Refueling ............................................ 124 Remote control Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 205 Reporting Reserve fuel Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 21 Display message ............................ 174 Warning lamp ................................. 184 Switching on/off ........................... 110 Residual heat Restraint system see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 18 Roof carrier ........................................ 193 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning guidelines) ......................................... 222 Route see Route guidance (on-board computer) Route guidance (on-board computer) .......................................... 158 12 Index Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 47 Child restraint systems .................... 47 Overview of occupant safety systems ........................................... 32 see Driving safety systems Safety systems Seat backrest Seat belts Folding back .................................. 191 Folding forwards ............................ 191 Adjusting the height ......................... 45 Belt force limiters ............................ 47 Cleaning ......................................... 222 Correct usage .................................. 42 Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 47 Fastening ................................... 43, 44 Fastening, front ............................... 44 Fastening in the rear, center ............ 44 Important safety guidelines ............. 41 Releasing ......................................... 46 Safety guidelines ............................. 33 Special seat belt retractor ............... 49 Warning lamp ................................. 178 Warning lamp (function) ................... 46 Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 81 Seat heating Seats Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support ............................................ 79 Adjusting the head restraint ............ 77 Cleaning the cover ......................... 221 Correct driver's seat position ........... 74 Important safety notes .................... 75 Multicontour seat ............................ 79 Storing settings (memory function) .......................................... 85 Switching seat heating on/off ......... 80 Switching seat ventilation on/off .... 81 Seat ventilation Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 81 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 220 Service indicator see Service interval display Service interval display .................... 215 Displaying a service message (on- board computer) ............................ 216 Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 275 Capacities ...................................... 273 Coolant (engine) ............................ 276 Engine oil ....................................... 275 Fuel ................................................ 273 Important safety notes .................. 272 Notes ............................................. 272 Refrigerant (air-conditioning system) .......................................... 275 Washer fluid ................................... 277 Settings Calling up a stored setting ............... 86 Factory (on-board computer) ......... 158 On-board computer ....................... 158 Setting the unit (on-board computer) Speedometer ................................. 159 Shift ranges ....................................... 121 Side marker lamp (display message) ............................................ 169 Side windows Convenience closing feature ............ 69 Convenience opening feature .......... 69 Important safety information ........... 68 Opening/closing .............................. 68 Troubleshooting ............................... 69 Ski rack .............................................. 193 Sliding sunroof Important safety notes .................... 70 Opening/closing .............................. 70 Operating manually .......................... 71 SmartKey Changing the battery ....................... 62 Changing the programming ............. 61 Checking the battery ....................... 62 Convenience closing feature ............ 69 Convenience opening feature .......... 69 Important safety notes .................... 60 Loss ................................................. 64 Malfunction ...................................... 64 Starting the engine ........................ 116 Snow chains ...................................... 245 Index 13 Sockets SOS Front-passenger footwell ............... 196 Luggage compartment ................... 196 Rear compartment ......................... 196 see mbrace Spare fuses ........................................ 238 Spare wheel Mounting ....................................... 226 Notes/data .................................... 268 Spare wheel bracket at the rear .... 225 Stainless-steel spare hub cap ........ 225 Specialist workshop ............................ 20 Speedometer Additional speedometer (on- board computer) ............................ 156 Setting the unit (on-board computer) ...................................... 159 SPEEDTRONIC Display message ............................ 174 SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Display message ............................ 167 Introduction ..................................... 32 Warning lamp ................................. 183 Warning lamp (function) ................... 32 Standard display (on-board computer) .......................................... 156 Starting the engine Important safety notes .................. 115 Station see Radio Status line (on-board computer) Selecting the display ...................... 159 Steering wheel Adjusting ......................................... 82 Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 153 Cleaning ......................................... 221 Important safety notes .................... 81 Steering wheel heating .................... 82 Storing settings (memory function) .......................................... 85 Steering wheel heating Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 83 Stowage compartments SUV Glove box ....................................... 189 Important safety information ......... 189 Stowage pockets ........................... 190 Submenu (on-board computer) Convenience .................................. 161 Vehicle ........................................... 161 Summer opening see Convenience opening feature Summer tires ..................................... 244 Sun visor ............................................ 194 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Surround lighting Switching on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 160 (Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 19 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ................................................. 110 Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 57 Tachometer ........................................ 152 Tail lamps see Lights Tail lamps (Display message) ........... 170 Technical data G 500 ............................................. 277 G 55 AMG ...................................... 277 Tires ............................................... 266 Wheels ........................................... 266 TELEAID Call priority .................................... 202 Display message ............................ 167 Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 202 Emergency call .............................. 199 Important safety notes .................. 198 Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 203 MB info call button ........................ 201 Roadside Assistance button .......... 200 Self-test ......................................... 198 System .......................................... 198 Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 202 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 163 Armrest (under) ............................. 189 Cup holders ................................... 193 Telephone 14 Index Telephone compartment .................. 189 Temperature Coolant .......................................... 152 Displaying the outside temperature ................................... 156 Outside temperature ...................... 153 Setting (climate control) ................ 107 Theft deterrent systems ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 57 Immobilizer ...................................... 57 Theft-deterrent systems Tow-away alarm ............................... 58 Tilt/sliding sunroof see Sliding sunroof Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 249 Checking ........................................ 248 Checking manually ........................ 249 Display message ............................ 175 Maximum ....................................... 248 Notes ............................................. 246 Tire pressure monitoring system Function/notes ............................. 249 Restarting ...................................... 251 Warning lamp ................................. 185 Tires Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 264 Average weight of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 262 Bar (definition) ............................... 262 Characteristics .............................. 262 Checking ........................................ 243 Definition of terms ......................... 262 Direction of rotation ...................... 265 Distribution of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 265 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................... 261 DOT (Department of Transportation) (definition) ............ 262 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (definition) ..................................... 263 GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (definition) ..................................... 263 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (definition) ..................................... 263 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (definition) ......................... 263 Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment (definition) ...... 263 Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 263 Labeling (overview) ........................ 258 Load bearing index (definition) ...... 264 Load index ..................................... 261 Load index (definition) ................... 263 Maximum loaded vehicle weight (definition) ..................................... 263 Maximum load on a tire (definition) ..................................... 264 Maximum permissible tire pressure (definition) ....................... 264 Maximum tire load ......................... 256 Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 264 Optional equipment weight (definition) ..................................... 264 PSI (pounds per square inch) (definition) ..................................... 264 Replacing ....................................... 265 Service life ..................................... 244 Sidewall (definition) ....................... 264 Speed rating (definition) ................ 263 Storing ........................................... 266 Structure and characteristics (definition) ..................................... 262 Technical data ............................... 266 Temperature .................................. 258 TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ..................................... 264 Tire bead (definition) ...................... 264 Tire pressure (definition) ................ 264 Tire pressures (recommended) ..................... 245, 262 Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 259 Tire tread ....................................... 243 Tire tread (definition) ..................... 264 Total load limit (definition) ............. 265 Traction ......................................... 257 Traction (definition) ....................... 264 Tread wear ..................................... 257 TWR (permissible trailer drawbar noseweight) (definition) ................. 265 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...................................... 257 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (definition) .................... 262 Index 15 Unladen weight (definition) ............ 263 Wear indicator (definition) ............. 265 Wheel rim (definition) .................... 263 see Flat tire Top Tether ............................................ 51 Tow-away alarm .................................. 58 Towing Important safety guidelines ........... 235 In the event of malfunctions .......... 237 Towing eye Front .............................................. 235 Rear ............................................... 235 Trailer loads and drawbar noseweights ...................................... 256 Transfer case Display message ............................ 178 Shift ranges ................................... 145 Transmission position display ......... 120 Transmission positions .................... 120 Transporting the vehicle .................. 236 Traveling uphill Brow of hill ..................................... 139 Trip computer (on-board computer) .......................................... 162 Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 156 Turn signal Display message ............................ 168 Turn signals ......................................... 91 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) (definition) ......................................... 265 Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate Ultrasonic backing up aid Function/notes ............................. 142 Malfunction .................................... 144 Range of the sensors ..................... 142 Warning display ............................. 143 Emergency unlocking ....................... 66 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ............................. 65 Unlocking Vanity mirror Vehicle Sun visor ........................................ 194 Data acquisition ............................... 22 Emergency unlocking ....................... 66 Equipment ....................................... 17 Individual settings (on-board computer) ...................................... 158 Loading .......................................... 252 Lowering ........................................ 229 Maintenance .................................... 18 Parking for a long period ................ 128 Raising ........................................... 227 Reporting problems ......................... 21 Towing away .................................. 235 Tow-starting ................................... 235 Transporting .................................. 236 Vehicle dimensions Technical data ............................... 277 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate .............. 271 Vehicle tool kit .................................. 224 Vehicle weights Technical data ............................... 277 Ventilation Setting the air distribution ............. 107 Setting the airflow ......................... 108 Video (DVD) ........................................ 157 VIN ...................................................... 271 Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 181 Brakes ........................................... 180 Check Engine ................................. 184 ESP® .............................................. 182 ESP® OFF ....................................... 182 Fuel tank ........................................ 184 Overview .......................................... 26 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 37 Reserve fuel ................................... 184 Seat belt ........................................ 178 16 Index SRS ................................................ 183 Tire pressure monitor .................... 185 Warranty ............................................ 270 Washer fluid Display message ............................ 177 Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 229 Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 227 Checking ........................................ 243 Cleaning ......................................... 218 Important safety notes .................. 242 Interchanging/changing ................ 265 Mounting a wheel .......................... 229 Removing a wheel .......................... 229 Storing ........................................... 266 Technical data ............................... 266 Tightening torque ........................... 229 Window curtain air bag Operation ......................................... 37 Windows see Side windows Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 219 Windshield heating ........................... 108 Windshield washer system .............. 214 Windshield wipers Important safety notes .................... 99 Replacing the wiper blades ............ 100 Switching on/off ........................... 100 Troubleshooting ............................. 101 Winter Winter tires Wiper blades Driving in winter ............................. 134 Winter operation ............................ 244 M+S tires ....................................... 244 Cleaning ......................................... 219 Introduction 17 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-related 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 Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties: RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission Systems Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont warranty on the emission control system RState warranty enforcement laws (lemon laws) Product information Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for your vehicle. Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as conversion parts and accessories that 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 your vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from any 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 Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of 18 Introduction 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 Warranty Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be done at regular intervals. Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Warranty 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 change of ownership In the event of a change of address, please send us the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information 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 Introduction 19 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the entire literature in the vehicle so that it is available to the next owner. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Truck" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: Rservice facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available. 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 octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe through our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center 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 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 20 Introduction 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. On-board diagnostics interface G WARNING If you connect equipment to the on-board diagnostics interface, it can affect the operation of the vehicle systems. This can impair the operating safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a risk of accident. Do not connect any equipment to the on- board diagnostics interface. G WARNING Loose equipment or equipment cables which are connected to the on-board diagnostics interface can obstruct the area around the pedals. The equipment or the cables could get between the pedals in the event of sudden braking or acceleration. You may then no longer be able to brake, operate the clutch or accelerate as intended. There is a risk of accident. Do not attach any equipment or cables in the driver footwell. Connecting equipment to the on-board diagnostics interface can lead to emissions monitoring information being reset. This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements at the next special emissions test or main inspection. If the engine is switched off and equipment which is connected to the on-board diagnostics interface is used, the starter battery may discharge. The on-board diagnostics interface is only intended for the connection of diagnostic equipment at a qualified specialist workshop. Qualified specialist workshop An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle. This is especially the case for work relevant to safety. Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet. Always have the following work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: Rwork relevant to safety Rservice and maintenance work Rrepair work Introduction 21 Ralterations, installation work and modifications Rwork on electronic components Proper 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 is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at 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 malfunctions relevant to safety 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 is not covered by Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 22 Introduction 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. 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. 2 The system is called TELEAID in Canada. Cockpit ................................................. 24 Instrument cluster .............................. 25 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 27 Center console .................................... 28 Overhead control panel ...................... 29 Door control panel .............................. 30 23 24 Cockpit Cockpit 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 Page 91 91 139 25 115 189 Function E Glove box F Center console G Multifunction steering wheel H Diagnostics socket I Opens the hood J Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating K Light switch L Adjusts the exterior mirrors Page 189 28 27 20 210 81 88 84 Instrument cluster Overview Instrument cluster 25 Function : Speedometer ; Multifunction display = Tachometer ? Fuel filler flap location indicator: the fuel filler cap is to the rear on the right Page 154 152 124 Function A Fuel gauge B Coolant temperature gauge C Reset button Page 152 156 26 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function : Low-beam headlamps ; ESP® OFF = ESP® ? Turn signal A ABS B Seat belt C SRS D Check Engine (Canada only) Page 89 182 182 91 181 178 183 184 Function E Check Engine (USA only) F Reserve fuel G High-beam headlamps H Tire pressure monitor I Brakes (USA only) J Brakes (Canada only) Page 184 184 91 185 180 180 Multifunction steering wheel 27 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 154 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 158 Page 163 155 155 28 Center console 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 AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 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 105 195 195 120 145 128 Page 80 108 100 55 148 65 58 58 81 91 37 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel 29 Page 204 204 Function Page Function : SOS button (mbrace system: the emergency call system is called TELEAID in Canada.) ; Switches the cargo compartment lamp/rear interior lighting on/off = Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off ? Opens/closes the sliding sunroof A Switch (controls the interior lighting) B Rear-view mirror C Transmitter buttons for the garage door opener 199 D Indicator lamp for the garage door opener E Microphone for mbrace (the emergency call system is called TELEAID in Canada), telephone and Voice Control System (see the separate operating instructions) F Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off 93 93 93 70 92 84 30 Door control panel Door control panel Function : W Opens/closes the side windows Activates/deactivates the override feature for the side Page 68 52 Function windows in the rear compartment ; Adjusts the seat electrically = Opens the door ? Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel Page 76 65 85 Useful information .............................. 32 Occupant safety .................................. 32 Children in the vehicle ........................ 47 Panic alarm .......................................... 52 Driving safety systems ....................... 53 Theft deterrent locking systems ....... 57 31 32 Occupant safety Useful information i This Operator's Manual describes all models and all 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- related systems and functions. i Please read the information on qualified specialist workshops (Y page 20). 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 RLATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing system Additional protection is provided by: RSRS (Supplemental Restraint System) RNECK-PRO head restraints Rair bag system components with: - 45 indicator lamp front-passenger seat with BabySmart™ automatic child recognition The different air bag systems work independently of each other. The protective functions of the system work in conjunction with each other. Not all air bags are deployed in an accident. G WARNING Modifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint system components or their wiring, as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems, can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended. Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs), for example, could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the deceleration threshold for air bag deployment is exceeded. Therefore, never modify the restraint systems. Do not tamper with electronic components or their software. i See "Children in the vehicle" (Y page 47) for further information on infants and children traveling in the vehicle as well as on child restraint systems. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Introduction SRS reduces the risk of occupants coming into contact with the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident. It can also reduce the effect of the forces to which occupants are subjected during an accident. SRS consists of: Rthe + SRS warning lamp Rair bags Rair bag control unit (with crash sensors) REmergency Tensioning Devices Rseat belt force limiters SRS warning lamp SRS functions are checked regularly when you switch on the ignition and when the engine is running. Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in good time. The + SRS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out no later than a few seconds after the engine is started. G WARNING The SRS self-check has detected a malfunction if the + SRS indicator lamp: Rdoes not light up at all Rdoes not go out after approximately four seconds after the engine is started Rlights up after the engine is started or while the vehicle is in motion For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly recommends that you have the system checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop. SRS may otherwise fail to activate when it is needed in the event of an accident, which could lead to serious or fatal injuries. SRS might also be activated unexpectedly and unnecessarily, which could also result in injury. In addition, work carried out improperly on SRS may render SRS inoperative or cause unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS system should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information, contact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Safety guidelines for seat belts, Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and air bags G WARNING RDamaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. Their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RAir bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the Occupant safety 33 environment. Check your national disposal guidelines. California residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm. RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced. RDo not pass seat belts over sharp edges. They could tear. RDo not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts. RDo not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection. RNo modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS. RDo not change or remove any component or part of the SRS. RDo not install additional trim material, seat covers, badges, etc. over the steering wheel hub, front-passenger front air bag cover, outer sides of the seat backrests, door trim panels, or door frame trims. RDo not install additional electrical/ electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring. RKeep area between air bags and occupants free of objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.). RDo not hang items such as coat hangers from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may be thrown around in the vehicle and cause head and other injuries when the window curtain air bag is deployed. RAir bag system components will be hot after an air bag has inflated. Do not touch them. RNever place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. RImproper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be 34 Occupant safety performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RFor your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or ETD, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RGiven the considerable deployment speed, required inflation volume, and the material of the air bags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other, potentially more serious injuries resulting from air bag deployment. If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz strongly recommends that you inform the subsequent owner that the vehicle is equipped with SRS. Also, refer them to the applicable section in the Operator's Manual. Air bags Important safety notes G WARNING Air bags are designed to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain Rfrontal impacts (front air bags) Rside impacts (window curtain air bags) However, no system available today can completely eliminate injuries and fatalities. Deployment of the air bags temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the air bags. This dust, however, is neither harmful to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door. G WARNING To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt. For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body. Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating position and correct positioning of the hands on the steering wheel will help to keep you at a safe distance from the air bag. Occupants who are not wearing their seat belt, are not seated properly or are too close to the air bag can be seriously injured or killed by an air bag as it inflates with great force instantaneously: RSit with the seat belt properly fastened in a position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest. RMove the driver's seat as far back as possible, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver's chest to the center of the air bag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by adjusting the seat and steering wheel. If you have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RDo not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. RKeep hands on the outside of the steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when the driver front air bag inflates. RAdjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied. ROccupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the window curtain air bag inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the window curtain air bag be deployed. Always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. RChildren 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes- Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is installed properly. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result. Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to you or other occupants. If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you make the buyer aware of this safety information. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator's Manual. G WARNING Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmartTM child restraint which will turn off the front passenger front air bag. To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines: (1) (2) Always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Always wear seat belts properly. Occupant safety 35 The air bags are only deployed if the air bag control unit detects the need for deployment. Only in the event of such a situation will they provide their supplemental protection. The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts. Otherwise, it is not possible for the air bags to provide their supplemental protection. In the event of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds, the air bags will not deploy. The driver and passengers will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also needed to provide the best possible protection in a rollover. Air bags provide additional protection; they are not, however, a substitute for seat belts. All vehicle occupants must fasten their seat belts regardless of whether your vehicle is equipped with air bags or not. It is important for your safety and that of your passenger to have deployed air bags replaced and to have any malfunctioning air bags repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags continue to perform their protective function for the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash. Front air bags G WARNING Observe "Important safety notes" (Y page 34). The front air bags increase protection for the driver's and the front-passenger's head, neck and chest. 36 Occupant safety Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the steering wheel; front-passenger front air bag ; deploys in front of and above the glove box. They are deployed: Rin the event of certain frontal impacts Rif the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Rdepending on whether the seat belt is being used Rindependently of other air bags in the vehicle If the vehicle overturns, the front air bags are generally not deployed unless the system detects high vehicle deceleration in a longitudinal direction. Your vehicle has an adaptive, two-stage driver's air bag. In the event of a collision, the air bag control unit evaluates the vehicle deceleration. When the first deployment threshold is reached, the front air bag is filled with enough propellant gas to reduce the risk of injuries. The front air bag is fully deployed if a second deployment threshold is exceeded within a few milliseconds. The front air bags will not deploy in impacts with vehicle deceleration or acceleration rates which do not exceed the system’s preset deployment thresholds for vehicle deceleration or acceleration. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt. The front-passenger front air bag will only deploy if: Rthe front-passenger seat is occupied. Rthe 45 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit (Y page 37). Rthe impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold. The front-passenger air bag is automatically activated and deactivated. Both driver and passenger should always check whether the front-passenger air bag is activated or deactivated. The deployment of the driver's air bag does not mean that the front-passenger air bag will also deploy. If the system recognizes that the front-passenger seat is empty, the front- passenger air bag does not deploy even if the impact fulfills the criteria and the driver's air bag has deployed. If the front-passenger seat is recognized as occupied, the 45 indicator lamp lights up for approximately six seconds if Ryou turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Rthe engine is running and then you switch it off. This indicates the operational readiness of the front-passenger air bag. Note that objects placed on the front- passenger seat may cause the system to recognize the seat as occupied. This can result in the deployment of the front- passenger air bag if the impact fulfills the specified criteria. If the 45 indicator lamp is lit up, the front-passenger air bag is deactivated and will not deploy should the situation arise. If indicator lamp 45 is not lit up, the front-passenger air bag is activated and will deploy should the situation arise. G WARNING Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology which disables the front- passenger air bag if the system recognizes that the front-passenger seat is empty . If the front-passenger seat is occupied by an adult or young person and the 4/ indicator lamp is lit up, the front-passenger air bag is disabled. If the front-passenger seat is recognized as empty, the air bag control unit will not deploy the front-passenger air bag in the event of a collision. Ask your passenger to sit correctly on the front-passenger seat in an upright position until the 4/ indicator lamp goes out. If the 4/ indicator lamp does not go out, please consult an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Window curtain air bags G WARNING Observe "Important safety notes" (Y page 34). The window curtain air bags enhance the level of protection for the head (but not chest or arms) of the vehicle occupants on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs. The window curtain air bags are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deploy in the area extending from the front door (A- pillar) to the rear door (C-pillar). Window curtain air bags : are deployed: Ron the side on which an impact occurs Rat the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or acceleration, e.g. in a side impact Occupant safety 37 Rregardless of whether the front-passenger seat is occupied Rindependently of seat belt use Rif the vehicle overturns and the system determines that window curtain air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Rindependently of the front air bags Window curtain air bags : will not deploy in impacts with deceleration rates which do not exceed the system's preset deployment thresholds for vehicle deceleration or acceleration. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt. BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system How the air bag deactivation system works Your vehicle is equipped with a BabySmart™ system. G WARNING According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position,

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