Owner's Manual
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... Center console ...31 Upper part (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) ...31 Upper part (Vehicles with enhanced off-road package*) ...32 Lower part ...33 Overhead control panel ...34 Door control panel...35 Storage compartments...36 Getting started ...Unlocking ...Unlocking with the SmartKey ...Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*...Starter switch positions...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Parking brake ...Driving off ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Rear window wiper/washer...Problems...
... Center console ...31 Upper part (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) ...31 Upper part (Vehicles with enhanced off-road package*) ...32 Lower part ...33 Overhead control panel ...34 Door control panel...35 Storage compartments...36 Getting started ...Unlocking ...Unlocking with the SmartKey ...Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*...Starter switch positions...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belts ...Starting the engine ...Parking brake ...Driving off ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Rear window wiper/washer...Problems...
Owner's Manual
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... seats ...Heated steering wheel* ...Telephone* ...Tele Aid ...Garage door opener ...Compass ...Infrared reflecting windshield*... 316 316 320 321 322 324 325 326 327 328 329 332 339 345 345 Operation ...The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ...Driving instructions ...Drive sensibly - save fuel...Drinking and driving ...Pedals ...Power assistance ...Brakes...Driving off ...Parking...Tires...Hydroplaning...Tire traction ...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water...Off-road driving ...Trailer towing ...Passenger compartment...Driving abroad ...Control and operation of radio...
... seats ...Heated steering wheel* ...Telephone* ...Tele Aid ...Garage door opener ...Compass ...Infrared reflecting windshield*... 316 316 320 321 322 324 325 326 327 328 329 332 339 345 345 Operation ...The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ...Driving instructions ...Drive sensibly - save fuel...Drinking and driving ...Pedals ...Power assistance ...Brakes...Driving off ...Parking...Tires...Hydroplaning...Tire traction ...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water...Off-road driving ...Trailer towing ...Passenger compartment...Driving abroad ...Control and operation of radio...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid level...Coolant level ...Windshield/rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system* ...Tires and wheels...Important guidelines ...Tire care and maintenance...Direction of the vehicle...425 Practical hints ...435 What to do if ... ...436 Lamps in instrument cluster ...436 Lamp in center console ...448 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ...451 Where will I find ...? ...495 First aid kit...495 Vehicle tool kit...495 Spare wheel...499 Unlocking/locking...
... ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid level...Coolant level ...Windshield/rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system* ...Tires and wheels...Important guidelines ...Tire care and maintenance...Direction of the vehicle...425 Practical hints ...435 What to do if ... ...436 Lamps in instrument cluster ...436 Lamp in center console ...448 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ...451 Where will I find ...? ...495 First aid kit...495 Vehicle tool kit...495 Spare wheel...499 Unlocking/locking...
Owner's Manual
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...Parts service ...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...Identification labels ...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...GL 320 CDI ...GL 450 ...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Minispare wheel ...Electrical system ...Main Dimensions ...Weights... 547 548 549 549 550 552 552 552 553 554 555 556 557 558 559 Fuels, coolants, lubricants...Capacities ...Engine oils ...Engine oil additives ...Air conditioning refrigerant ...Brake fluid...Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)...Fuel requirements...Gasoline additives (gasoline engine)...Coolants ...Windshield...
...Parts service ...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...Identification labels ...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...GL 320 CDI ...GL 450 ...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Minispare wheel ...Electrical system ...Main Dimensions ...Weights... 547 548 549 549 550 552 552 552 553 554 555 556 557 558 559 Fuels, coolants, lubricants...Capacities ...Engine oils ...Engine oil additives ...Air conditioning refrigerant ...Brake fluid...Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)...Fuel requirements...Gasoline additives (gasoline engine)...Coolants ...Windshield...
Owner's Manual
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... Item a Glove box CD changer* AUX-socket b Power outlet c Center console Page 316 316 316 325 31 42 50 379 60 68 126 35 Item l Headlamp washer switch* m Exterior lamp switch n Steering wheel adjustment, electrical* Heated steering wheel* o Combination switch High beam Turn signals Windshield wipers Rear window wiper Page 210 62 145 51 328 149 63 63 63 65 201 58 292 34 316 317 d Starter switch e Steering wheel adjustment, manual f Hood lock release g Parking brake release h Parking brake pedal j Power tailgate switch* k Door control panel 25
... Item a Glove box CD changer* AUX-socket b Power outlet c Center console Page 316 316 316 325 31 42 50 379 60 68 126 35 Item l Headlamp washer switch* m Exterior lamp switch n Steering wheel adjustment, electrical* Heated steering wheel* o Combination switch High beam Turn signals Windshield wipers Rear window wiper Page 210 62 145 51 328 149 63 63 63 65 201 58 292 34 316 317 d Starter switch e Steering wheel adjustment, manual f Hood lock release g Parking brake release h Parking brake pedal j Power tailgate switch* k Door control panel 25
Owner's Manual
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... used. Release the brake pedal. This allows the catalytic converter (gasoline engine) or the oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) to D or R ( page 194). ! i Once the vehicle is only possible with the brake pedal depressed. After a cold start, the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine revolution. Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 2. Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. Children could release the parking brake, which could result in the instrument cluster goes out. The warning lamp...
... used. Release the brake pedal. This allows the catalytic converter (gasoline engine) or the oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) to D or R ( page 194). ! i Once the vehicle is only possible with the brake pedal depressed. After a cold start, the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine revolution. Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 2. Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. Children could release the parking brake, which could result in the instrument cluster goes out. The warning lamp...
Owner's Manual
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... presence of the rain. Turn the combination switch to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the windshield wipers with the driver's door open, starter switch is in a safe location and remove SmartKey from starter switch) before attempting to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. For safety reasons, stop button and open the driver's door (with windshield washer fluid ( page 65). ! The rain sensor automatically sets a suitable wiping...
... presence of the rain. Turn the combination switch to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the windshield wipers with the driver's door open, starter switch is in a safe location and remove SmartKey from starter switch) before attempting to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. For safety reasons, stop button and open the driver's door (with windshield washer fluid ( page 65). ! The rain sensor automatically sets a suitable wiping...
Owner's Manual
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... problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. 6 Rear window wiper indicator Switch on filling up the washer reservoir, see indicator 6, indicating that the rear window wiper is clean. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be operating properly. Unburned gasoline may not be damaged (gasoline engine only). i The rear window wiper engages automatically when the automatic transmission is activated. 66 Wiping with windshield...
... problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. 6 Rear window wiper indicator Switch on filling up the washer reservoir, see indicator 6, indicating that the rear window wiper is clean. Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be operating properly. Unburned gasoline may not be damaged (gasoline engine only). i The rear window wiper engages automatically when the automatic transmission is activated. 66 Wiping with windshield...
Owner's Manual
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... seat belts. Warning! Otherwise it inflates in a crash. A properly fastened seat belt is a possibility for the size and weight of your passengers that the safest place for air bags to provide their supplemental protection. Accident research shows that you not to rely on the presence of the air bags in the rear seat. To help avoid the possibility of the child. (2) Always wear seat belts...
... seat belts. Warning! Otherwise it inflates in a crash. A properly fastened seat belt is a possibility for the size and weight of your passengers that the safest place for air bags to provide their supplemental protection. Accident research shows that you not to rely on the presence of the air bags in the rear seat. To help avoid the possibility of the child. (2) Always wear seat belts...
Owner's Manual
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... speed in a reckless or dangerous manner which could cause the vehicle to the prevailing road conditions. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In this case, proceed as follows: While driving off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in the instrument cluster. While driving...
... speed in a reckless or dangerous manner which could cause the vehicle to the prevailing road conditions. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In this case, proceed as follows: While driving off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in the instrument cluster. While driving...
Owner's Manual
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... 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in detail Transfer case Transfer case ! For information on driving safety systems during off -road position when driving on-road on a two-axle dynanometer. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by raising the engine's gear ratio. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
... 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in detail Transfer case Transfer case ! For information on driving safety systems during off -road position when driving on-road on a two-axle dynanometer. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by raising the engine's gear ratio. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Owner's Manual
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... exterior rear view mirrors fold properly upon locking or unlocking the vehicle although the corresponding function in the control system is located on the ignition ( page 42). Do not force mirrors by hand as this may have to be able to fold mirrors out. Otherwise repeat the above steps. 1 Button for folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out Switch on the door control panel. i The exterior rear...
... exterior rear view mirrors fold properly upon locking or unlocking the vehicle although the corresponding function in the control system is located on the ignition ( page 42). Do not force mirrors by hand as this may have to be able to fold mirrors out. Otherwise repeat the above steps. 1 Button for folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out Switch on the door control panel. i The exterior rear...
Owner's Manual
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... the rear window is automatically deactivated after approximately 6 to 17 minutes of power. Warning! Activating Press button 1 on automatically. The indicator lamp on the button comes on the ignition ( page 42). 215 Visibility could otherwise be removed from the rear window before driving. The system responds automatically by switching the rear window defroster off too soon and the indicator lamp starts flashing, too many electrical consumers...
... the rear window is automatically deactivated after approximately 6 to 17 minutes of power. Warning! Activating Press button 1 on automatically. The indicator lamp on the button comes on the ignition ( page 42). 215 Visibility could otherwise be removed from the rear window before driving. The system responds automatically by switching the rear window defroster off too soon and the indicator lamp starts flashing, too many electrical consumers...
Owner's Manual
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... the multifunction steering wheel. Failure to account information, remote door unlock and more. ! If you will result in a system that the vehicle's battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is located in the overhead control panel ( page 34). i The SOS button is available. The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call the Response Center at 1-800...
... the multifunction steering wheel. Failure to account information, remote door unlock and more. ! If you will result in a system that the vehicle's battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is located in the overhead control panel ( page 34). i The SOS button is available. The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call the Response Center at 1-800...
Owner's Manual
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... brake pads and brake fluid recommended by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When using the engine's braking power, a drive wheel may be carried out by shifting into a lower gear to parking. This may appear ( page 472). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Operation Driving instructions To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on and an acoustic warning sounds although the parking brake is released ( page 437). If your brake system is advisable to brake the vehicle...
... brake pads and brake fluid recommended by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When using the engine's braking power, a drive wheel may be carried out by shifting into a lower gear to parking. This may appear ( page 472). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Operation Driving instructions To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on and an acoustic warning sounds although the parking brake is released ( page 437). If your brake system is advisable to brake the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... rear wheels could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. In addition, the vehicle's brake lights do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the hot exhaust system, as a result of the parking brake, observe the following: From time to the vehicle drivetrain as these materials could lock up the engine smoothly. Perform this procedure, please assure that the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Parking Warning! When driving...
... rear wheels could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. In addition, the vehicle's brake lights do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the hot exhaust system, as a result of the parking brake, observe the following: From time to the vehicle drivetrain as these materials could lock up the engine smoothly. Perform this procedure, please assure that the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Parking Warning! When driving...
Owner's Manual
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... with the oxygen sensors to overheat and potentially start a fire. 373 G Warning! Any noticeable irregularities in your vehicle in proper operating condition by qualified Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center authorized technicians. ! Keep your Maintenance Booklet. To prevent damage to factory specifications. Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter, causing it to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter (gasoline engine) Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is...
... with the oxygen sensors to overheat and potentially start a fire. 373 G Warning! Any noticeable irregularities in your vehicle in proper operating condition by qualified Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center authorized technicians. ! Keep your Maintenance Booklet. To prevent damage to factory specifications. Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter, causing it to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter (gasoline engine) Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is...
Owner's Manual
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... Light Truck Center. Follow tire manufacturer's maintenance recommendation included with these winter tires. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for vehicle loads less than those approved by Mercedes-Benz can have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz are not available as poor handling characteristics increased noise increased fuel consumption Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in conjunction with the recommended tire inflation pressure...
... Light Truck Center. Follow tire manufacturer's maintenance recommendation included with these winter tires. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for vehicle loads less than those approved by Mercedes-Benz can have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz are not available as poor handling characteristics increased noise increased fuel consumption Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in conjunction with the recommended tire inflation pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... Cigarette lighter* 324 Climate control 216 Air conditioning refrigerant 561 Air conditioning, Cooling 226, 227 Air distribution, Front 221 Air distribution, rear 229 Air recirculation mode 224 Air vents*, second-row seats 222 Air vents, Front 222 Air volume 222 Control panel*, Rear 228 Control panel, Front 218 Deactivating system 220 Defogging 224 Defrosting 223 Rear window defroster 215 Residual engine heat (REST) 227 Clock 27, 176 Setting time 176 Cloth upholstery, Cleaning and...
... Cigarette lighter* 324 Climate control 216 Air conditioning refrigerant 561 Air conditioning, Cooling 226, 227 Air distribution, Front 221 Air distribution, rear 229 Air recirculation mode 224 Air vents*, second-row seats 222 Air vents, Front 222 Air volume 222 Control panel*, Rear 228 Control panel, Front 218 Deactivating system 220 Defogging 224 Defrosting 223 Rear window defroster 215 Residual engine heat (REST) 227 Clock 27, 176 Setting time 176 Cloth upholstery, Cleaning and...
Owner's Manual
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...-road driving program (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) 279 Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level One-touch gearshifting 202 Operating safety 17 Operator's Manual 10 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 429 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service term 423 Overhead control panel 34 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 373 P Paintwork code 550 Paintwork, Cleaning 426 Panic alarm 102 Panorama roof, Rear 214 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 320 Front seat backrests 320 Parking...
...-road driving program (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package*) 279 Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level One-touch gearshifting 202 Operating safety 17 Operator's Manual 10 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 429 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service term 423 Overhead control panel 34 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 373 P Paintwork code 550 Paintwork, Cleaning 426 Panic alarm 102 Panorama roof, Rear 214 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 320 Front seat backrests 320 Parking...