2003 Mercedes-benz G Class Owners Manual

cockpit

앫 middle tunnel

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Practical hints Fuses

Fuse box in front passenger footwell

We recommend having the fuses changed at a Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Opening

1 Mounting screw 2 Cover 왘 Unscrew mounting screws 1. 왘 Remove cover 2 in direction of arrows.

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3 Mounting screw 4 Cover 왘 Unscrew mounting screws 3. 왘 Remove cover 4 in direction of arrows.

5 Fuse box 6 Mounting screw To make changing the fuses easier, fuse box 5 can be folded down slightly: 왘 Unscrew mounting screws 6. 왘 Fold fuse box 5 downward.

Fuse box in middle tunnel

왘 Remove both front end stops 1 of the

Opening fuse box

Practical hints Fuses

We recommend having the fuses changed at a Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Removing front end stops

Front end stop on the right seat rail, left seat rail laterally reversed 1 Front end stop 2 Spacing

front passenger seat tracks with a screwdriver.

왘 Move front passenger seat fully for-

ward.

When reinstalling front passenger seat track stops, place end stops in correct position. For your safety, maintain proper spacing 2.

Warning!

Do not drive the vehicle when the front end stops are not correctly installed. Failure to reinstall stops as indicated may result in se- rious injury in certain frontal crashes.

Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied. Comply with informa- tion on occupant safety (컄 page 54).

1 Mounting screw 2 Cover 왘 Unscrew mounting screws 1. 왘 Remove cover 2 in direction of arrows.

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Technical data Spare parts service

Warranty coverage

Identification labels

Layout of poly-V-belt drive

Engine

Rims and tires

Electrical system

Main dimensions, vehicle weights and ratings

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Consumer information

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Technical data Spare parts service

The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.

The use of non-genuine parts and ac- cessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehi- cle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s dura- bility or safety.

Spare parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different spare parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare parts should be installed.

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Technical data Warranty coverage

Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet

Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you.

Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will exchange or repair any defec- tive parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the follow- ing warranties: 앫 New vehicle limited warranty 앫 Emission system warranty 앫 Emission performance warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont emission control systems warranty

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Technical data Identification labels Identification labels

When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

1 Certification label and Paintwork Num-

2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

(lower edge of windshield)

3 Engine number (engraved on engine) 4 Information label, California version 5 Emission control label

Vacuum line routing for emission con- trol system

ber

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Layout of poly-V-belt drive For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see technical data (컄 page 312).

G 500/G 55 AMG

Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive

1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley

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G 500 (463.2491) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 303.0 cu.in. (4966 cm3) 10:1
292 hp/5500 rpm (218 kW/5500 rpm) 336 ft.lb/2800 rpm (454 Nm/2800 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
7 ft 10 in (2390 mm)

G 55 AMG (463.2461) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm) 331.8 cu.in. (5439 cm3) 10.5:1
349 hp/5500 rpm (260 kW/5500 rpm) 387 ft.lb/2600 rpm (525 Nm/2600 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
7 ft 10 in (2390 mm)

Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special

Technical data Engine Engine

Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 1349

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

equipment.

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Rims and tires Use only tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Other tires and rims can have detrimental effects, such as 앫 poor handling characteristics 앫 increased noise 앫 increased fuel consumption

Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, ex- hibit dimensional variations and differ- ent tire deformation characteristics under load that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result.

Technical data Rims and tires

Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. A tire inflation pressure table is located on the fuel filler cap of the vehicle. The tire pressure should be checked regu- larly and should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire manufacturer’s maintenance recommendation includ- ed with vehicle.

Tires and Spare wheel

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All season tires (radial-ply tires)

G 500
7½ Jx18 H2 ET43
1.69 in (43 mm) 265/60 R18 110V

G 55 AMG 9½ Jx18 EH2 ET50
1.97 in (50 mm) 285/55 R18 113V

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G 500
14 V/150 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/90 Ah Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)

G 55 AMG 14 V/150 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/90 Ah NGK PFR5R-11

0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)

Technical data Electrical system Electrical system

Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs

Electrode gap Tightening torque

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Technical data Main dimensions, vehicle weights and ratings

Main dimensions, vehicle weights and ratings Main dimensions

Overall vehicle length (inc. spare wheel) Overall vehicle width Overall vehicle height Wheel base Ground clearance Turning radius Track, front and rear

Vehicle weights and ratings

G 500
185.6 in (4715 mm)

71.3 in (1811 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) 112.2 in (2850 mm) 8.3 in (211 mm) 523.6 in (13.3 m) 59.6 in (1515 mm)

G 55 AMG 185.6 in (4715 mm)

73.4 in (1864 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) 112.2 in (2850 mm) 8.3 in (211 mm) 523.6 in (13.3 m) 59.1 in (1501 mm)

G 500
6615 lbs. (3000 kg) 3110 lbs. (1410 kg) 3965 lbs. (1800 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating1
Gross Axle Weight Rating, front2
Gross Axle Weight Rating, rear2
1 GVWR is the maximum permissible vehicle weight. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) comprises weight of vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories,

passengers, cargo and trailer tongue. It must never exceed the GVWR.

2 GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight.

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G 55 AMG 6615 lbs. (3000 kg) 3110 lbs. (1410 kg) 3965 lbs. (1800 kg)

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities

Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match.

Engine with oil filter

Automatic transmission Transfer case Differential lock mechanism

Front axle Rear axle Power steering

Front wheel hubs Brake system Fuel tank including a reserve of

1 MB part no. 001 989 21 03 10

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Therefore use only brands tested and rec- ommended by Mercedes-Benz.

Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Model G 500
G 55 AMG

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils

Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 2.96 US qt (2.8 l) 0.47 - 0.63 US qt (0.45 - 0.6 l) 1.5 US qt (1.4 l) 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) approx. 1.06 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power Steering Fluid, or

MB Automatic Transmission Fluid1
MB part no. A 001 989 28 03 10
Brake fluid DOT 3+4, SAE J1703

Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90
Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90

approved Dextron III ATF

approx. 1.5 oz (43 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease approx. 0.53 US qt (0.5 l) MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) 25.4 US gal (96.0 l) 5.3 US gal (20.0 l)

Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON)

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Model

Capacity approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l) MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Cooling system Air conditioning system

Windshield/rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available pre-

approx. 7.9 US qt (7.5 l)

mixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing. Follow suggested mixing ratios (컄 page 321).

R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R-12) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water1

Engine oils

Engine oil additives

Air conditioning refrigerant

Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may be harmful to the engine opera- tion. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air condition- ing system. Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lu- bricating oil, otherwise damage to the system will occur.

Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information on recom- mended brands is available in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Please follow FSS and Service Booklet rec- ommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so could result in engine dam- age not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Brake fluid

Premium unleaded gasoline

Fuel requirements

During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely strenu- ous operating conditions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bub- bles in the system, thus reducing the sys- tem’s efficiency. Therefore, the brake fluid must be re- placed every two years, preferably in the spring. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Cen- ter will provide you with additional information.

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To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gaso- line must be used. If premium unleaded is not available and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: 앫 Have the fuel tank only partially

filled with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible.

앫 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration.

앫 Do not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two per- sons and no luggage.

앫 Do not exceed 2⁄3 of maximum ac- celerator pedal position if the vehi- cle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain.

Use only premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439: 앫 The octane number (posted at the

pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research (R) octane num- ber and the Motor (M) octane number: (R+M)/2). This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE not to exceed 15%. The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure etc..

Gasoline additives

A major concern among engine manufac- turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso- line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon depos- its. After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to en- gine performance problems such as: 앫 Warm-up hesitation 앫 Unstable idle 앫 Knocking/pinging 앫 Misfire 앫 Power loss Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel. This only results in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to the engine op- eration.

Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Coolants

The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro- vides: 앫 Corrosion protection 앫 Freeze protection 앫 Boiling protection (by increasing the

boiling point)

The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -35°F (-37°C) and corro- sion protection. If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the cool- ant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C).

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

The coolant solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and increase in the boil-over protection. You should have it replaced every 3 years. To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticor- rosion/antifreeze (equivalent to freeze protection to approx. - 22°F [-30°C]). If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protec- tion to approx. - 49°F [-45°C]), the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion/antifreeze. If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cool- ing system checked for signs of leakage). Please make sure that the mixture is in ac- cordance with label instructions. The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

are not sure about the water quality, con- sult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Anticorrosion/antifreeze

Your vehicle contains a number of alumi- num parts. The use of aluminum compo- nents in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze

coolant used in such engines be specifical- ly formulated to protect the aluminum parts. (Failure to use such anticorro- sion/antifreeze coolant will result in a sig- nificantly shortened service life.) Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz anticorrosion/antifreeze agent.

Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for service.

Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Model

Approx. freeze protection – 35°F (– 37°C) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l)

– 49°F (– 45°C) 6.2 US qt (5.8 l)

G 500/ G 55 AMG

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Windshield/rear window washer sys- tem and headlamp cleaning system

Warning!

Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may burn. You can be seriously burned.

The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the front passenger side. It holds approximately 5.3 US qt (5.0 l). The headlamp cleaning sys- tem is also supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. 왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” to and water (or concentrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on am- bient temperatures) (컄 page 321).

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water: 앫 1 part “S” to 100 parts water

[40 ml “S” to 1 gallon (4 liters) water]

For temperatures below freezing use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze: 앫 1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent

[40 ml “S” to 1 gallon (4 liters) solvent]

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Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rat- ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11⁄2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repre- sent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave- ment as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance.

Warning!

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Technical data Consumer information Consumer information This has been prepared as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Ti- tle 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Uniform tire quality grading

Quality grades can be found, where appli- cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

Tread wear 200

Traction AA

Temperature

All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

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Warning!

The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underin- flation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause excessive heat build-up and possible tire failure.

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the high- est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tem- perature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and ex- cessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor- mance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Technical data Consumer information

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ABS

(Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system

This system detects if a special system compatible child restraint seat is in- stalled on the front passenger seat. The system will automatically deactivate the passenger front airbag when such a seat is properly installed (indicator lamp 7 in the center console lights up). See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for availability.

BabySmartTM compatible child seats Special restraint system for children. The sensor system for the passenger seat prevents deployment of the pas- senger front airbag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed.

BAS

COMAND

(Cockpit Management and Data Sys- tem) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and the ra- dio and navigation system, as well as for other optional equipment (CD changer, telephone, etc.).

Control system

The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to ad- just settings.

(Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situa- tions. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied.

CAC

(Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- ter, which can help you with any ques- tions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a break- down.

CAN system

(Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control ve- hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping.

Cockpit

All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passen- ger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring.

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Differential locks

ESP

On slippery surfaces, differential locks prevent one wheel of an axle from spin- ning while the other wheel stands still, resulting in driving force no longer be- ing transferred.

Cruise control

Driving convenience system for auto- matically maintaining the vehicle speed set by the driver.

Engine number

The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro- duced.

Engine oil viscosity

Measurement for the inner friction (vis- cosity) of the oil at different tempera- tures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tol- erate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity.

(Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and direc- tional stability.

ETD

(Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the sys- tem's threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS

FSS

(Flexible Service System) Service indicator in the speedometer display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due.

Gear range

Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the selector lever.

GPS

(Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special re- ceivers. Employs CD digital maps for navigation.

Instrument cluster

The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in- cluding the tachometer, speedometer, engine temperature and fuel gauge.

Kickdown

Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmis- sion down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehi- cle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs.

Line of fall

The direct line that an object moves downhill when influenced by the force of gravity alone.

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Lock button

MON

Button on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or un- locked. Pushing the lock button down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.

Memory function*

Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions for each key.

Menu

The control system displays are ar- ranged in menus. Each menu contains a number of commands for particular systems. In the Audio menu, for exam- ple, you will find the commands Select radio station or Operate CD player. Using commands you can directly change the settings for your vehicle.

(Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized meth- od. It is an indication of a gasoline's ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as AN- TI-KNOCK INDEX.

Multifunction display

A display field in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.

Overspeed range

Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this en- gine speed range, as it may result in se- rious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Technical terms

Poly-V-belt drive

Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.

Power train

Collective term designating all compo- nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ- ing 앫 engine 앫 clutch/torque converter 앫 transmission 앫 transfer case 앫 drive shaft 앫 differential 앫 axle shafts/axles

Rear Park Assist*

System which uses visual and acoustic signals to assist the driver during park- ing maneuvers.

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Remote Vehicle Diagnostics

RON

Transmission of vehicle data and cur- rent location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub- scribers to Tele Aid service.

REST

(Residual engine heat utilization) Feature that uses the engine heat stored in the coolant to heat the vehi- cle interior for a short time after the en- gine has been turned off.

Restraint system

Seat belts, belt tensioner, airbags and child seat restraint systems. As inde- pendent systems, their protective func- tions complement one another.

(Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gaso- line as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gaso- line's ability to resist undesired detona- tion (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Shift lock

When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission selector le- ver from being moved out of position P without key turned and brake pedal de- pressed.

SRS

(Supplemental Restraint System) Seat belts, emergency tensioning de- vice and airbags. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection.

Tele Aid System

(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man- ual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially ac- tivated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquain- tance call. The Tele Aid system is operational pro- viding that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not dam- aged and cellular and GPS coverage is available. Telematics*

A combination of the terms “telecom- munications” and “informatics”.

Tightening torque

Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened.

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Tire speed rating

VIN

(Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced.

Voice control system*

Voice control system for car phones, portable cell phones and audio sys- tems (radio, CD, etc.).

Part of tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is ap- proved.

Traction

Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires.

Transfer case

Speed of rotation/torque converter that works together with the ->auto- matic transmission. In the LOW mode off-road position, the transfer case de- creases the output rotational speed of the ->automatic transmission by ap- proximately half. This results in a corre- sponding increase of torque on the drive axles. The vehicle then has nearly double the driving force but drives only approxi- mately half as fast.

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A ABS 25, 71, 325

LOW RANGE mode 72
Malfunction indicator lamp 240
Messages in display 247
Warning lamp 240

Accelerator position, automatic

transmission 139

Accident

In case of 49

Activating

Air conditioning (cooling) 157
Air recirculation mode 154
Anti-theft alarm system 79
Central locking (control system) 128
Defrost 154
Easy-entry/exit feature 128
ESP 78
Exterior headlamps 46
Exterior lamps 101
Exterior rear view mirror parking

position 148

Hazard warning flasher 104
Headlamps 46
High beams 103
Ignition 33

Rear fog lamp 101
Rear window defroster 155
Seat heater, front 95
Seat heater, rear 96
Windshield wipers 47

Adding

Coolant 221
Engine oil 220

Additional turn signals 279
Adjusting 34

Air distribution 153
Air volume 153
Backrest tilt 36
Exterior rear view mirror 38
Head restraint height 36
Head restraint tilt 36
Inside rear view mirror 38
Instrument cluster illumination 108
Mirrors 38
Multicontour seat* 94
Seat cushion length 94
Seat cushion tilt 36
Seat fore and aft adjustment 35
Seat height 36
Seats 34
Steering column height 37

Index

Steering column length 37
Steering wheel 37

Air conditioning (cooling)

Turning off 157
Turning on 157

Air conditioning refrigerant 317
Air distribution

Adjusting 153

Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air recirculation mode 154

Activating 154
Deactivating 154

Air volume

Adjusting 153

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 244
Airbags 55

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation

system 325

BabySmartTM deactivation system 65
Front 59
Safety guidelines 58

Alarm

Audible 70, 80
Canceling 80
Visual 79

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Alarm system

Anti-theft 79

Anticorrosion/antifreeze 320
Antiglare

Automatic 147

Antilock brake system (ABS) 325
Anti-theft alarm system

Arming 79
Canceling alarm 80
Disarming 80

Anti-theft systems 79

Anti-theft alarm system 79
Tow-away alarm 80

Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning 200
Armrest

Storage compartment below 177
Storage compartment in front of 177

Ashtrays 179
At the gas station 214
ATF (automatic transmission fluid) 220
AUDIO menu 116

Selecting radio station 117

Automatic antiglare for rear view mirror 147

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Automatic central locking

Activating/deactivating (control

BabySmartTM

system) 128

Automatic climate control

Deactivating 157

Automatic headlamp mode 101
Automatic lighting control

Activating 104
Deactivating 105

Automatic locking when driving 89
Automatic transmission 135
Accelerator position 139
Emergency operation

(Limp Home Mode) 140

Fluid level 220
Gear ranges 137
Gear selector lever position 138
Gear shifting malfunctions 140
Kickdown 139
Manual shifting 136
One-touch gearshifting 136
Selector lever position 135
Transmission fluid 220

Airbag deactivation system 65
Compatible child seats 65, 325
Self-test 66

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation

system 325
Backup lamp

Replacing bulbs 287

Backup lamps 280

Bulbs 280

BAS 71, 73, 325

Messages in display 248

Batteries, SmartKey

Changing 273
Check lamp 85
Checking 86

Batteries, vehicle 223
Battery box

Fuse box in 303
Battery discharged

Jump starting 297

Battery, vehicle 223, 295

Charging 295
Disconnecting 296
Messages in display 266
Reconnecting 296

Block heater 228
Blocking

Rear door window operation 69

Brake assist system (BAS) 325
Brake fluid 215, 318
Brake lamp bulbs, left and right 280
Brake lamp, high mounted 280
Brake pads

Message in display 250

Brakes 198

Warning lamp 241, 242

Break-in period 196
Brush guard* 277
Lowering 278
Bulbs, replacing

Additional turn signals 279
Backup lamp 287
Backup lamps 280
Brake lamps 280
Fog lamps 279
Front fog lamps 283

Front lamps 279
Front turn signal lamps 284
High and low beam 279
High beam lamps 281
High mounted brake lamp 280
License plate lamps 280, 288
Low beam lamps 281
Parking lamps 279, 280, 281
Rear fog lamp 287
Side marker lamps 279, 285
Standing lamps 279, 280, 281
Tail lamp assemblies 280, 286
Turn signal lamp, side 284
Turn signal lamps 279, 280

CAC (Customer Assistance Center) 325
Calling up

Range (distance to empty) 131
Service indicator 231

CAN system 325
Capacities

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 316

Cargo area cover 168

Installing 169
Removing 169

Index

Cargo area see Cargo compartment 87, 88
Cargo compartment

Tailgate 87, 88
Tie-down rings 175

Cargo tie-down rings 175
Catalytic converter 211
CD player

Operating 117
Center console 27

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 244
Lower part 28
Upper part 27

Centigrade

Setting temperature units 122

Central locking

From inside 89
Switch 89
Switching on/off (control system) 128
Unlocking from inside 89

Central locking switch 89
Certification label 310
Changing

Batteries (SmartKey) 273
Key setting 128

Charging

Vehicle battery 295

333

Index

CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator

lamp 243

Checking

Coolant level 215, 220
Oil level 215, 217, 218

Checklist

Off-road driving 205

Child safety 63

Infant and child restraint systems 54,

60, 63

LATCH child seat mounts 68

Child safety switch see Blocking of rear

door window operation 69

Cigarette lighter 181
Cleaning

Cup holder 235
Gear selector lever 235
Hard plastic trim items 236
Headlamps 148
Headliner 236
Illuminated door sill panels 236
Instrument cluster 235
Leather upholstery 236
Light alloy wheels 235
MB Tex upholstery 236
Plastic and rubber parts 236

334

Rear Park Assist sensors* 234
Seat belts 236
Steering wheel 235
Windows 235
Windshield 47
Wiper blades 235
Climate control 150

Adjusting 153
Defogging windshield 153
Defrosting 154
Rear window defroster 155
Setting the temperature 152

Clock 25
Closing

Glove box 176
Hood 217
Side windows 158
Sliding/pop-up roof 160, 276
Sliding/pop-up roof with SmartKey 161

Tailgate 88
Windows 158
Windows with SmartKey 159

Closing sliding/pop-up roof

In an emergency 276

Cockpit 22, 325

Cockpit management and data system

(COMAND) 325

COMAND 325
COMAND see separate operating

instructions

Combination switch 23, 103

High beam flasher 46, 103
Turn signals 46
Windshield wipers 47

Consumer information 322
Control and operation of radio transmitters 210
Control system 111, 325

AUDIO menu 116
Convenience submenu 128
Display digital speedometer 116
Functions 112, 115
Instrument cluster submenu 122
Lighting submenu 124
Malfunction memory menu 118
Menus 114, 115, 327
Multifunction display 111
Multifunction steering wheel 112
NAVI menu 118
Selecting radio system 117
Settings menu 119

Standard display menu 116
Submenus 113, 115
TEL menu 132
Trip computer menu 130
Vehicle submenu 127
Convenience feature 159
Convenience submenu 128

Activating easy-entry/exit feature 128
Setting key dependency 129
Setting parking position for exterior

rear view mirror 130

Coolant 220, 319

Adding 221
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 319
Capacities 316
Checking level 220
Messages in display 251, 252
Temperature 212
Temperature display 108
Warning lamp 251

Coolant level

Checking 215, 220
Crossing obstacles 208
Cruise control 162, 326

Canceling 163
Driving downhill 163

Driving uphill 163
Fine adjustment 164
Saving current speed 163
Setting 164
Setting speed 164

Cruise control lever 162
Cup holder

Cleaning 235
In rear passenger footwell 179

Cup holders 178

In front passenger footwell 178
Next to the armrest 178

Customer Assistance Center (CAC) 325

Daytime running lamp mode 102

Setting 124

Deactivating

Air conditioning (cooling) 157
Air recirculation mode 154
Alarm 80
Anti-theft alarm system 80
Central locking (control system) 128
Cruise control 163
Defrost 154
ESP 76
Exterior lamps 101

Index

Exterior lamps delayed switch-off 125
Front fog lamps 125
Hazard warning flasher 104
Headlamps 51
Immobilizer 79
Interior lighting delayed switch-off 126
Rear window defroster 155
Seat heater, front 95
Seat heater, rear 96
Tow-away alarm 81

Deep water see Standing water 203
Defogging

Windshield 153

Defrosting 154
Delayed switch-off

Exterior lamps 125
Interior lighting 126

Dialing

A number (telephone) 133

Differential locks 143, 326

Switching off 146
Switching on 145

Difficulties

While driving see Problems while

driving 49

With starting 44

335

Index

Digital speedometer 116
Direction of rotation (tires) 225
Discharged battery

Jump starting 297

Disconnecting

Vehicle battery 296

Display

Selecting 123

Displays

Digital speedometer 116
Messages 218, 246
Selecting 123
Service indicator 230
Showing malfunctions 118

Distance to empty (range)

Calling up 130

Door control panel 30
Door handle 30
Door sill panels

Cleaning 236

Door unlock

With Tele Aid 190

Doors

Message in display 254
Opening from inside vehicle 87
Opening from outside 85

336

Downhill driving

Cruise control 163

Downshifting 136
Drink holders see Cup holders Drinking and driving 197
Driving

General instructions 40, 197
In winter 202
Problems 49
Safety systems 71
Through standing water 203

Driving abroad 211
Driving and safety systems

4-ETS 74
ABS 71
BAS 73
EBB 75
ESP 75

Driving instruction

Passenger compartment 203

Driving instructions 197
Driving off 199
Driving systems 162

Cruise control 162
Driving safety systems 71

Driving through water 207

Easy-entry/exit feature 91

Activating 128
Interrupting movement 129

EBB 71, 75
Electrical fuses 303
Electrical outlet 181
Electrical system

Technical data 314

Electronic Stability Program see ESP 25
Electronic stability program see ESP 326
Electronic Traction System (ETS) 74
Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) 75
Emergency call system 183
Emergency calls

Initiating an emergency call 186
With Tele Aid 185
Emergency operation

(Limp Home Mode) 140

Emergency operations

Closing sliding/pop-up roof 276
Locking the vehicle 273
Opening sliding/pop-up roof 276
Remote door unlock 190
Unlocking the vehicle 272

Index

Emergency tensioning device

see ETD 62, 326

Emission control 212
Emission control label 310
Ending

A call (telephone) 133

Engine

Compartment 216
Message in display 243
Starting with the key 44
Technical data 312
Turning off with the key 51

Engine cleaning 233
Engine compartment 216

Hood 216

Engine malfunction indicator lamp 25, 243
Engine number 326
Engine oil 217, 218, 317

Adding 220
Additives 317
Checking level 217
Consumption 218
Display messages 254
Filler neck 219, 220
Messages in display 218, 254
Viscosity 326

Engine oil level see Oil level 215
Enlarged cargo area 169
ESP 25, 71, 75, 326

Flexible Service System (FSS) 230, 326
Fog lamp, rear 103, 280
Fog lamps

Messages in display 257
Switching off 76
Switching on 78
Warning lamp 238, 239

ETD 54, 62, 326

Safety guidelines 58
Exterior lamp switch 100
Exterior lamps

Delayed switch-off 125
Exterior rear view mirrors

Adjusting 38
Parking position for 130

Fahrenheit

Setting temperature units 122

Fastening the seat belts 40
Fine adjustment

Cruise control 164

First aid kit 268
Flat tire 290

Lowering the vehicle 294
Mounting the spare wheel 291
Spare wheel 270

Replacing bulbs 279

Fog lamps, front 102

Messages in display 260
Switching on 102

4-ETS 71, 74
Front airbags 59
Front axle differential lock

Switching on 146

Front fog lamp

Replacing bulbs 283

Front lamps

Messages in display 259, 261
Replacing bulbs 279, 281
Switching on 100

Front seat head restraints

Installing 92
Removing 92

Front seats

Heater 95

Front towing eye 302
Front turn signal lamp

Replacing bulbs 284

FSS (Flexible Service System) 230, 326

337

Index

Fuel 215

Additives 319
Fuel reserve warning lamp 243, 244
Gasoline additives 319
Premium unleaded gasoline 215, 316,

318

Requirements 318
Reserve warning 25
Technical data 316

Fuel additives 319
Fuel consumption statistics

After start 130
Since last reset 131

Fuel filler flap 214

Locking 214
Opening 274
Unlocking 214

Fuel requirements 318
Fuel reserve tank

Message in display 263

Fuel tank

Capacity 316
Filler flap 214

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Capacities 316

338

Functions (control system) 112, 115

Global

Resetting 120

Fuse box 303, 304, 305
Fuses 303

Fuse box in battery box 303
Fuse box in front passenger footwell

304

Fuse box in middle tunnel 305
Fuse box in passenger

compartment 303

Garage door opener 29, 191
Gasoline see Fuel 215

Gasoline additives 319

Gear range 326

Automatic transmission 137
Limiting 137
Shifting into optimal 137
Transfer case 141

Gear range limit

Canceling 137
Gear selector lever

Cleaning 235
Position 138

Locking 85
Unlocking 85

Global Positioning System (GPS) 326
Glossary 325
Glove box 23, 176

Closing 176
Opening 176

Good visibility 147
GPS 326
GPS see COMAND 189

Hard plastic trim items

Cleaning 236

Hazard warning flasher 103

Switching off 104
Switching on 104

Head restraints 92
Power seats 36
Synchronizing 93

Headlamp cleaning system 222
Headlamp switch-off delay see Delayed

switch-off, exterior lamps

Headlamps

Automatic control 101
Cleaning 234
Cleaning system 148, 222
Switching off 51
Switching on 46
Washer fluid 321
Washer system 321

Headliner

Cleaning 236
Heated seats 95
Heated steering wheel 194
Height adjustment

Head restraints 36
Seat belts 42
Steering wheel 37

High and low beam headlamps

Replacing bulbs 279

High beam flasher 46, 103
High beam headlamps

Messages in display 260
Switching on 103

High beam lamp

Replacing bulbs 281

High mounted brake lamp 280
Hood 216

Closing 217
Messages in display 258
Opening 216
Hydroplaning 200

Identification labels 310

Certification label 310
Vehicle identification number

(VIN) 310

Ignition 33

Switching on 44

Immobilizer 79

Activating 79
Deactivating 79

Infant and child restraint systems 63

Installing 67
LATCH child seat mounts 68

Information

Button for Tele Aid 188

Index

Inside rear view mirror

Adjusting 38
Antiglare 147

Installing

Cargo area cover 169
Infant and child restraint systems 67
Wiper blades 289

Instructions

Loading 173

Instrument cluster 24, 108, 326

Cleaning 235
Coolant temperature display 108
Illumination 108
Lamps in 243, 244
Multifunction display 111
Outside temperature indicator 110
Selecting language 123

Instrument lighting 108
Instruments and controls see Cockpit 22
Interior lighting 104

Activating automatic control 104
Deactivating automatic control 105
Delayed switch-off 126
Manual operation 105

339

Index

Interior storage spaces 176

Cup holder 178
Cup holders 178, 179
Glove box 176
Parcel net in front passenger

footwell 179

Storage compartment below

armrest 177

Storage compartment in front of

armrest 177
Interval wiping 48

Switching off 48
Switching on 48

Jack 268, 269
Jump starting 297

Key dependency memory

Settings 129

Key positions in starter switch 33
Key, mechanical 272
Key, SmartKey

Battery check lamp 85
Changing the batteries 273
Checking the batteries 86

340

Factory setting 85
Global locking 85
Global unlocking 85
Loss of 86
Positions in starter switch 33
Remote controls 84
Restoring to factory setting 85
Selective setting 85
Starting the engine 44
Unlocking with 32

Keys 84
Kickdown 139, 326
Kilometers/miles in speedometer 122
Km/h or mph in speedometer 122

Labels, identification 310
Lamp bulbs, exterior 279
Lamps, exterior

Front 279
Light sensor 261
Messages in display 259, 261
Rear 280
Replacing bulbs for rear 286

Lamps, indicator and warning

ABS 240
Battery (SmartKey) 85

Brakes 241, 242
CHECK ENGINE 243
Engine diagnostics 243
ESP 238, 239
Fuel reserve 243, 244
Instrument cluster 243, 244
Seat belts 243
Service indicator 230
SRS 55
Turn signals 25

Language

Multifunction display 123
Setting 123

LATCH child seat anchors 68
LATCH child seat mounts 68
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 311
Leather upholstery

Cleaning 236

License plate lamps

Messages in display 261
Replacing bulbs 280, 288

Light alloy wheels Cleaning 235
Technical data 313

Light sensor 261
Lighter see Cigarette lighter 181

Index

Lighting 100

Automatic headlamp mode 101
Combination switch 103
Daytime running lamp mode 102
Exterior lamp switch 100
Front fog lamps 102
High beam flasher 103
High beams 103
Instrument cluster illumination 108
Instruments 108
Interior 104
Locator lighting 102
Low beam 100
Manual headlamp mode 101
Night security illumination 102
Parking lamps 100
Rear fog lamp 103
Settings (control system) 124

Limiting the gear range 137
Limp Home Mode 140
Line of fall 326
Loading 168

Cargo area cover 168
Cargo tie-down rings 175
Instructions 173
Partition net* 171

Roof rack 168
Split rear bench seat 169

Locator lighting 102

Setting 125
Lock button 327
Locking 50, 84

Fuel filler flap 214
Global, SmartKey 85
Vehicle in an emergency 273

Loss of keys 86
Loss of Service and Warranty Information

Booklet 309

Low beam headlamps

Messages in display 261

Low beam lamp

Replacing bulbs 281

LOW RANGE - ABS 72
Lowering

Vehicle 294

Lubricants