2008 Mercedes-benz GL Class Owners Manual

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Pulling the cargo net tight Loosening the cargo net Controls in detail Loading Cargo net bar hung up behind the B-pillar 1 Holder 2 Cargo net bar 왘 Hang cargo net bar 2 on holder 1 as indicated by the arrow. 왘 Push cargo net bar 2 forward into holder 1 in direction of arrow. Belt hook attached in the second-row foot- well 1 Belt hook 2 Cargo tie-down ring 3 Tightening belt 왘 Hook belt hook 1 into cargo tie-down ring 2 in direction of arrow. 왘 Pull tightening belt 3 by the loose end in direction of arrow until the cargo net is pulled tight. 왘 After driving a short distance, make sure the cargo net is still tight and, if necessary, pull it tight again. Belt hook attached in the second-row foot- well 1 Buckle 2 Belt hook 3 Cargo tie-down ring 왘 Loosen the tightening belt by pulling buckle 1 upward in direction of arrow. 왘 Remove belt hook 2 from cargo tie-down ring 3. 313 164.boo Seite 314 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Loading Removing and storing the cargo net 왘 Take cargo net bar 2 out of holder 1, see “Installing the cargo net” (컄 page 313). 왘 Press the red button on the upper and lower cargo net bar. 왘 Fold the cargo net. 왘 Roll up the cargo net. 왘 Close the hook and loop fasteners on the cargo net package. 314 164.boo Seite 315 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 왔 Useful features Storage compartments Warning! Glove box/CD changer Releasing CD changer i Depending on vehicle equipment, an AUX-socket is located in the glove box. Controls in detail Useful features To help avoid personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put lug- gage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. If so equipped, always use the cargo net* when transporting cargo. The cargo net* cannot secure hard or heavy objects. Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy ob- jects. Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during 앫 braking 앫 vehicle maneuvers 앫 an accident 1 Glove box lid release 2 Glove box lid Opening the glove box 왘 Pull lid release 1 in direction of arrow. Glove box lid 2 opens downward. Closing the glove box 왘 Push glove box lid 2 up to close. 1 Release button 2 AUX-socket (Vehicles without Rear Seat Entertainment System*) 3 CD changer 왘 Open the glove box (컄 page 315). 왘 Press release button 1. CD changer 3 is released and swings down automatically. For information on CD changer operation, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. 315 164.boo Seite 316 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Closing CD changer Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. 왘 Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (컄 page 496). 왘 Insert mechanical key into glove box lock. 왘 Turn mechanical key to position 2 to lock the glove box. 왘 Turn mechanical key to position 1 to unlock the glove box. i The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key (컄 page 496). 1 CD changer 왘 Gently push CD changer 1 up in direction of arrow until it engages. For information on CD changer operation, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. 1 Unlocking glove box 2 Locking glove box 316 164.boo Seite 317 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Storage compartment in front center console i Depending on vehicle configuration, the lower storage compartment contains an ashtray (컄 page 321). i In vehicles with enhanced off-road package*, the upper storage compartment contains a control panel (컄 page 204) or (컄 page 283). Controls in detail Useful features Storage/telephone* compartment un- der front center armrest 왘 Briefly press the front of the cover. The cover opens automatically. The cover opens automatically. 왘 Briefly press the front of the cover. 1 Button to open storage/telephone* compartment i The mobile phone cradle* (컄 page 329), the Roadside Assistance button • (컄 page 335) and the Information button ¡ (컄 page 336) are located in the storage/telephone* compart- ment. 317 164.boo Seite 318 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Rear storage compartments Depending on the vehicle configuration, your vehicle may be equipped with three storage compartments in the front of the rear seats. 2 Storage/telephone* compartment 3 Coin holder Opening the storage/telephone* com- partment 왘 Pull button 1 and lift up armrest. The coin holders 3 are located in front of storage/telephone* compartment 2. i Depending on vehicle equipment, the upper storage compartment may be replaced by a control panel, for example in vehicles with rear climate control* (컄 page 226) or rear automatic climate control* (컄 page 241). 1 Storage compartment cover 2 Release button 왘 Briefly press release button 2 on storage compartment cover 1. The storage compartment opens automatically. i Depending on vehicle configuration, the middle storage compartment contains an ashtray (컄 page 322). 318 164.boo Seite 319 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Parcel nets Warning! Do not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the parcel net on the back of the front passen- ger seat. Otherwise, the Occupant Classifi- cation System OCS (컄 page 81) may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category. Parcel nets are intended for storing light-weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel nets. In an accident, during hard braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants. Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. Controls in detail Useful features Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is intend- ed for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Parcel nets on front seat backrests A small convenience parcel net is located on each of the front seat backrests. It is in- tended for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. 1 Parcel net 1 Parcel net 319 164.boo Seite 320 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Cup holders Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equip- ment, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or an accident. Liquids spilled on vehicle occu- pants may cause serious personal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep rear cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci- dent. 320 Keep in mind that objects placed in a cup holder may come loose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interi- or may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. Cup holder in front of armrest A cup holder and a card/ticket holder are located in the front center console. Cup holder in rear armrest (second-row seats) 1 Cup holder 왘 Pull the armrest down by its top. ! Close the cup holder before folding the arm- rest upwards. 1 Cup holder i The front cup holder can be removed for cleaning purposes (컄 page 321). 164.boo Seite 321 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Cup holders in third-row side trim Cup holders are located in the side trims of the third-row seats. Removing and reinstalling cup holder The front cup holder can be removed for cleaning purposes. 1 Cup holder 1 Cup holder 2 Bridge with card, ticket holder 왘 Hold cup holder at its bridge 2 and pull out bridge in direction of arrow. 왘 Pull cup holder 1 out in direction of ar- row. 왘 First, insert the cup holder 1 and then insert bridge 2. Controls in detail Useful features Ashtrays Depending on vehicle configuration your vehicle is equipped with an ashtray and a cigarette lighter (컄 page 323) located in the front center console and an ashtray lo- cated in front of the second-row seats (컄 page 322). i If your vehicle is not equipped with an ash- tray, it has a storage compartment (컄 page 317) with a power outlet (컄 page 324) instead. Ashtray in the center console 1 Ashtray insert 2 Cover plate 321 164.boo Seite 322 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Opening the ashtray 왘 Briefly touch cover plate 2. The ashtray opens automatically. Removing ashtray insert Warning! Remove ashtray only with vehicle standing still. Set the parking brake to secure vehicle from movement. Set automatic transmis- sion to P. With the automatic transmission set to P, turn off the engine. 왘 Grip the ashtray insert 1 on the sides and pull it out upwards. 1 Ashtray 2 Ashtray cover Reinstalling ashtray insert 왘 Install ashtray insert 1. 왘 Close ashtray cover plate 2. 322 Rear center console ashtray (second-row) ! Close the ashtray when not in use and be- fore folding the second-row seats Opening rear ashtray 왘 Briefly press ashtray cover 2. The ashtray 1 opens automatically. Removing rear ashtray insert 왘 Grip the insert on the sides and pull it out upwards. Reinstalling rear ashtray insert 왘 Install ashtray insert. 왘 Close the ashtray. Cigarette lighter 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Push in cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter will pop out auto- matically when hot. 164.boo Seite 323 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Cigarette lighter 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). Depending on vehicle configuration your vehicle is equipped with a cigarette lighter and an ashtray (컄 page 321) located in the front center console and an ashtray locat- ed in front of the second-row seats (컄 page 322). Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the cigarette lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. Make sure that any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter. When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Cigarette lighter 왘 Open the ashtray (컄 page 322). 왘 Push in cigarette lighter 1. The cigarette lighter will pop out auto- matically when hot. Controls in detail Useful features ! The lighter socket can accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 180 W) designed for use with the standard “cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, how- ever, that connecting accessories to the lighter socket (for example extensive connecting and disconnecting, or using plugs that do not fit prop- erly) can damage the lighter socket. With the socket damaged, the lighter may no longer be able to be placed in the heating (pushed-in) posi- tion, or the lighter may pop out too early with the lighter not hot enough. To help avoid damaging the cigarette lighter socket, we recommend connecting 12V DC elec- trical accessories designed for use with the stan- dard “cigarette lighter” plug type to the 12V power outlets (컄 page 324) in your vehicle whenever possible. i If the engine is off, and the cigarette lighter is being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged. 323 164.boo Seite 324 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Power outlets ! If you use all power outlets in the vehicle, make sure that the maximum current drawn does not exceed 55 A. i The power outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. auxiliary lamps) up to a maximum of 240 W. If the engine is off, the battery may become dis- charged if used for long periods of time. i You can use the power outlets, except for the power outlet in the front center console, even if the ignition is switched off. An emergency shut-off feature ensures that the vehicle’s electrical voltage does not fall below a minimum level. If the voltage drops to this mini- mum level, the power outlets are automatically switched off. This ensures that enough power re- mains to start the engine. Power outlets are located 앫 in the front center console (컄 page 324) 앫 in the front passenger footwell (컄 page 324) 앫 in the second-row footwell (컄 page 325) 앫 on the left-hand side of the cargo com- partment (컄 page 325) Power outlet in front center console 왘 Pull out cover 1 and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). i Depending on vehicle configuration, the storage compartment contains an ashtray with cigarette lighter (컄 page 323) instead. Power outlet in front passenger footwell 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). 1 Power outlet cover 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Open cover plate (컄 page 317). 324 164.boo Seite 325 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Power outlet in second-row footwell Power outlet in cargo compartment Floormats Controls in detail Useful features 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). (cigarette lighter type). Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fas- tened using eyelets 2 and retainer pins 1 (컄 page 326). Before driving off, check that the floormats are securely in place and adjust them if nec- essary. A loose floormat could slip and hinder proper functioning of the pedals. Do not place several floormats on top of each other as this may impair pedal move- ment. i To install or remove the floormat more easi- ly, move the driver’s seat or front passenger seat as far to the rear as possible (컄 page 46). 325 164.boo Seite 326 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features 1 Retainer pin 2 Eyelet Removing 왘 Pull floormat off of retainer pins 1. 왘 Remove the floormat. Installing 왘 Lay down the floormat in the respective footwell. 왘 Press the floormat eyelets 2 onto re- tainer pins 1. 326 Seat cover under third-row seats If something falls under the third-row seats, you can remove the seat cover in order to reach under the seats. Removing seat cover Example passenger side 왘 Fold the respective seat halfway in or out (컄 page 305). 왘 Reach into the recess in the seat cover. 왘 Pull the seat cover in the direction of the arrow. Remove the seat cover to reach under the seats. Installing seat cover 왘 Fold the seat halfway in or out (컄 page 305). 왘 Put the seat cover back into place using the guide pins. 왘 Press the seat cover down until it engages. 왘 Make sure that the seat cover is engaged properly by folding the seat all the way in and out. 164.boo Seite 327 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Heated steering wheel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. The stalk is on the lower left-hand side of the steering wheel. 1 Switching on 2 Indicator lamp 3 Switching off Switching on 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Turn switch at the tip of stalk in the direction of arrow 1. The steering wheel is heated. Indicator lamp 2 comes on. i The steering wheel heating is turned off tem- porarily and the indicator lamp 2 remains on when 앫 the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86°F (30°C) 앫 the temperature of the steering wheel is above 95°F (35°C) When these conditions do not apply anymore, steering wheel heating continues. Controls in detail Useful features Switching off 왘 Turn switch at the tip of stalk in the direction of arrow 3. The heated steering wheel is switched off. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. i Indicator lamp 2 flashes or goes out 앫 in case of power surge or undervoltage 앫 in case of a steering wheel heating malfunc- tion i The steering wheel heating switches off automatically when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or, on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*, when you switch off the ignition (컄 page 41) and open the driver’s door. For information on the steering wheel, see “Multifunction steering wheel” (컄 page 30). 327 164.boo Seite 328 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Telephone* Warning! Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. with- out being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunc- tion of the vehicle’s electronic system, pos- sibly resulting in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele- phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside the vehicle if they are con- nected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on the installation of an ap- proved external antenna. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regard- ing use of an external antenna. 328 Warning! Please do not forget that your primary re- sponsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we rec- ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele- phone call. If you choose to use the telephone1 while driving, please use the hands-free device and only use the telephone when road, weather and traffic conditions permit. Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. Only operate the COMAND system1 if road, weather and traffic conditions permit. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximate- ly 14 m) every second. 1 Observe all legal requirements. i Various mobile phone cradles can be in- stalled in the front center armrest, see separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using. See also separate operating manual for in- structions on how to use your mobile phone. When the mobile phone is inserted in the cradle, you can operate the telephone us- ing the following devices: 앫 mobile phone keypad 앫 COMAND system (see separate operat- ing instructions) 앫 buttons s and t on the multi- function steering wheel (컄 page 156) 앫 Voice Control System* (see separate operating instructions) Please note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. 164.boo Seite 329 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on features available for your mobile phone of choice. The contact plate for the mobile phone cradle is located in the front center arm- rest. 왘 Open storage/telephone compartment (컄 page 317). Inserting mobile phone in mobile phone cradle Once the mobile phone has been inserted in the mobile phone cradle, you have to use the hands-free device to respond dur- ing phone calls. ! Do not try to remove the mobile phone along with the cradle. You could otherwise damage the mobile phone cradle. 왘 If applicable, remove the cover for the external antenna connection from the back of the mobile phone and store it in a safe place. Be sure to comply with the mobile phone’s operating instructions as well. 1 Cover for contact plate 왘 Pull cover for contact plate 1 in direction of arrow. You can now access the contact plate. Controls in detail Useful features Example illustration 1 Insert the mobile phone 2 Connector contact 3 Mobile phone cradle 왘 Slide the lower end of the mobile phone into connector contact 2 on cradle 3. 왘 Push the top of the mobile phone in di- rection of arrow 1, until the lug on the mobile phone release button engages. The mobile phone is connected to the network via the external antenna. 컄컄 329 164.boo Seite 330 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features 컄컄 The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc- tion steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone’s display. You can place or receive phone calls. You can control other functions of the mobile phone via the control system (컄 page 186), the Voice Control System* (see separate operating instructions), or the COMAND system (see separate oper- ating instructions). i When you take the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* out of the starter switch, the mobile phone remains switched on for approxi- mately 10 minutes. If you place or receive a call during this time, the mobile phone switches off 10 minutes after the call has been completed. 330 Removing mobile phone from mobile phone cradle Changing mobile phone cradle If you require a different cradle for your mobile phone, remove the present cradle before installing a new one. Removing an existing mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Release catch for mobile phone 2 Mobile phone cradle i When using a flip-style mobile phone, open flip top before removing from the cradle while a call is connected. Otherwise, the call will be dis- connected. 왘 Press release catch in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phone out of mobile phone cradle 2. Example illustration 1 To release the mobile phone cradle 2 To remove the mobile phone cradle 3 Mobile phone cradle 왘 Press release button in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phone cradle 3 out in direction of arrow 2. 164.boo Seite 331 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Installing a different mobile phone cra- dle Tele Aid ! The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the sub- scriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the ¡ button. Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated. If you have any questions regarding activation, please call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele Aid” (USA only), you will have access to account information, remote door unlock and more. Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle 왘 Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1. 왘 Push mobile phone cradle 3 forward until it engages. Controls in detail Useful features The Tele Aid system (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: 앫 automatic and manual emergency 앫 roadside assistance 앫 information The Tele Aid system is operational provid- ing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cel- lular and GPS coverage is available. The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted by using the volume control on the COMAND system or on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. To raise, turn the rota- ry volume control on COMAND system clockwise or press button æ on the multifunction steering wheel. To lower, turn the rotary volume control on COMAND system control counterclock- wise or press button ç on the multi- function steering wheel. 331 164.boo Seite 332 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features 왘 To activate, press the SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button • or the Information button ¡, depend- ing on the type of response required. i The SOS button is located in the overhead control panel (컄 page 34). The Roadside Assistance button • (컄 page 335) and the Information button ¡ (컄 page 336) are located below the center arm- rest cover. ! The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites for vehicle loca- tion. If either of these signals are unavailable, the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs, assistance must be summoned by other means. i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated, the COMAND system audio is muted and the select- ed mode (radio, CD etc.) pauses. The optional cellular phone (if installed) inserted in cradle switches off. If you must use this phone, we rec- ommend that you use it only with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Remove the phone from the cradle and place the call. The naviga- tion* system (if engaged) will continue to run. The display in the instrument cluster is available for use, and spoken commands are only avail- able by pressing the RPT button on the COMAND system. A pop-up window will appear in the COMAND system display to indicate that a Tele Aid call is in progress. After the Tele Aid call has ended, the optional cellular phone inserted in the cradle switches on again. A PIN entry might be necessary. System self-check Initially, after switching on the ignition, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the indicator lamps in the SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button • and the Information button ¡ stay on longer than 10 seconds or do not come on). The message Tele Aid – Inoperative appears in the multifunction display. Warning! If the indicator lamps on the SOS button, on the Roadside Assistance button, and/or on the Information button remain illuminated continuously in red and/or the message Tele Aid – Inoperative is displayed in the multifunction display after the system self-check, a malfunction in the system has been detected. 332 164.boo Seite 333 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatical- ly following an accident in which the emer- gency tensioning devices (ETDs) or air bags deploy. An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the interior rear view mirror labeled SOS, then briefly pressing the button located under the cover. See (컄 page 334) for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually. Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp on the SOS button will begin to flash. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunc- tion display. When the connection is estab- lished, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. All in- formation relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the vehicle (determined by the GPS satellite location system), vehi- cle model, identification number and color are generated. A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon af- ter the emergency call has been initiated. The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the accident provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle. Controls in detail Useful features The Tele Aid system is available if 앫 it has been activated and is operation- al. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air time 앫 vehicle battery power is available 앫 the relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center i Location of the vehicle on a map is only pos- sible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the informa- tion on to the Response Center. 333 164.boo Seite 334 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Warning! If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an emergency call (e.g. the rele- vant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds. Should this occur, assistance must be sum- moned by other means. 334 Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button 왘 Briefly press on cover 1. The cover opens. 왘 Press SOS button 2 briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded. 왘 Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center. 왘 Close cover 1 after the emergency call is concluded. Warning! If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle, vehicle in a dangerous road location), please do not wait for voice contact after you have pressed the emergency button. Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a safe loca- tion. The Response Center will automatically contact local emergency officials with the vehicle’s approximate location if they re- ceive an automatic SOS signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occu- pants. 164.boo Seite 335 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Roadside Assistance button • The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover. 1 Roadside Assistance button • 왘 Open the storage compartment (컄 page 318). 왘 Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display. Controls in detail Useful features The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance Manual for more information. The following is only available in the USA: 앫 Sign and Drive services: Services such as jump start, a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable. When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals). i While the call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAV button on the COMAND system unit. A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. 왘 Describe the nature of the need for as- sistance. 335 164.boo Seite 336 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features i The indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistance button • remains illuminated in red for approximately 10 seconds during the system self-check after switching on the ignition (together with the SOS button and the Informa- tion button ¡). See system self-check (컄 page 332) if the indi- cator lamp does not come on in red or stays on longer than approximately 10 seconds. If the indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistance button • is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the rele- vant cellular phone network was not available). The message Call Failed appears in the mul- tifunction display. Roadside Assistance calls can be terminated us- ing the t button on the multifunction steer- ing wheel or the END Button on the COMAND system. 336 Information button ¡ The Information button ¡ is located below the center armrest cover. 1 Information button ¡ 왘 Open the storage compartment (컄 page 318). 왘 Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display. When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and lo- cation (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals). i While the call is connected, you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAV button on the COMAND system. A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be estab- lished. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and servic- es is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and use your ID and password (sent to you sep- arately) to learn more (USA only). 164.boo Seite 337 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 i The indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ remains illuminated in red for approximately 10 seconds during the system self-check after switching on the ignition (togeth- er with the SOS button and the Roadside Assistance button •). See system self-check (컄 page 332) if the indi- cator lamp does not come on in red or stays on longer than approximately 10 seconds. If the indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call (e.g. the relevant cel- lular phone network is not available). The mes- sage Call Failed appears in the multifunction display. Information calls can be terminated using the t button on the multifunction steering wheel or the END button on the COMAND sys- tem. Controls in detail Useful features ! If the indicator lamps do not start flashing after pressing one of the buttons or remain illu- minated (in red) at any time, the Tele Aid system has detected a malfunction or the service is not currently active, and may not initiate a call. Visit your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible. Call priority If other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are active, an Emergency call is still possible. In this case, the Emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls. i The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded. Emergency calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Customer Assistance Center repre- sentative, whereas Roadside Assistance and Information calls can also be terminated by pressing button t on the multifunction steering wheel or using the END button on the COMAND system. ! If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system does not reset, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada. Remote door unlock In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not handy: 왘 Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement. 왘 Then return to your vehicle and pull the tailgate recessed handle for minimum of 20 seconds until the SOS button is flashing. The message Connecting Call ap- pears in the multifunction display. 337 164.boo Seite 338 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features As an alternative, you may unlock the vehi- cle via Internet using the ID and password sent to you shortly after the completion of your acquaintance call. The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature. i The remote door unlock feature is available if the relevant cellular phone network is avail- able. The SOS button will flash and the message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunc- tion display to indicate receipt of the door unlock command. Once the vehicle is unlocked, a Response Center specialist may attempt to establish voice contact with the vehicle occupants. If the tailgate recessed handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock autho- rization was received by the Response Center, you must wait 15 minutes before pulling the tail- gate recessed handle again. 338 Garage door opener The integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices. It provides a convenient way to re- place up to three hand-held remote con- trols used to operate devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, or oth- er devices compatible with HomeLink® or some other systems. Before the integrated remote control can be used, it must be programmed to the ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device you wish to operate. See the follow- ing instructions for programming informa- tion. Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen: 왘 Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. 왘 Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. Once the vehicle is located, the Response Center will contact the local law enforcement and you. The vehicle’s location will only be provided to law enforcement. If you have any questions, please call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). i When the anti-theft alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call is initiated automatically to the Response Center. See anti-theft alarm system (컄 page 109). 164.boo Seite 339 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Indicator lamp Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control 2 3 4 Signal transmitter button Needed for programming (not part of vehi- cle equipment): Hand-held remote control of ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device Hand-held remote control but- ton Controls in detail Useful features Warning! When programming a garage door opener, park the vehicle outside the garage. Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconscious- ness and possible death. Programming the integrated remote control Step 1: 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 컄컄 Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent po- tential harm or damage. When programming a garage door opener, the door moves up or down. When programming a gate operator, the gate opens or closes. Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door that cannot detect an object – signaling the door to stop and reverse – does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. 339 164.boo Seite 340 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features 컄컄 Step 2: 왘 If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release them only when indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds (do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds). This proce- dure erases any previous settings for all three channels and initializes the memory. If you later wish to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, do not repeat this step and be- gin directly with step 3. 340 Step 3: 왘 Hold end of the hand-held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in (5 to 12 cm) away from the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) to be programmed, while keeping the indica- tor lamp 1 in view. Step 4: 왘 Using both hands, simultaneously press hand-held remote control button 6 and the desired signal trans- mitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release the buttons until step 5 is com- pleted. Indicator lamp 1 will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. i Indicator lamp 1 flashes immediately the first time the signal transmitter button is programmed. If this button has already been programmed, the indicator lamp will only start flashing after 20 seconds. Step 5: 왘 After indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote control button and the signal transmitter button. Step 6: 왘 Press and hold the just-trained signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) and observe indicator lamp 1. If indicator lamp 1 stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the respective signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) is pressed and re- leased. i If indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for about 2 seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with programming steps 8 through 12 as your garage door opener may be equipped with the “rolling code” feature. 164.boo Seite 341 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Step 7: 왘 To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Programming” portion (steps 1 through 6) of this text. (A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier.) Step 8: 왘 Locate “training” button on the garage door opener motor head unit. Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. Depending on manufacturer, the “training” button may also be referred to as “learn” or “smart” button. If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button, refer to the garage door opener Operator’s Manual. Step 9: 왘 Press the “training” button on the ga- rage door opener motor head unit. The “training light” is activated. You have 30 seconds to initiate the follow- ing two steps. Step 10: 왘 Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the pro- grammed signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Step 11: 왘 Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a sec- ond time to complete the training pro- cess. i Some garage door openers (or other rolling code equipped devices) may require you to press, hold for 2 seconds and release the same signal transmitter button a third time to complete the training process. Controls in detail Useful features Step 12: 왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed signal trans- mitter button (2, 3 or 4). Step 13: 왘 To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for the integrated signal transmitter to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner. If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator (regardless of where you live) by using the programming procedures, replace step 4 with the following: 341 164.boo Seite 342 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Step 4: 왘 Press and hold the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release this button until it has been successful- ly trained. 왘 While still holding down the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4), “cycle” your hand-held remote control button 6 as follows: Press and hold button 6 for 2 seconds, then release it for 2 seconds, and again press and hold it for 2 seconds. Repeat this se- quence on the hand-held remote con- trol until the frequency signal has been learned. Upon successful training, indicator lamp 1 will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds. 왘 Proceed with programming step 5 and step 6 to complete. 342 i Upon completion of programming the inte- grated remote control, make sure you retain the hand-held remote control that came with the ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device. You may need it for use in other vehicles, for fu- ture programming of an integrated remote con- trol, or simply for continued use as a hand-held remote control to operate the respective device in other situations. Reprogramming a single signal trans- mitter button To program a device using a signal trans- mitter button previously trained, follow these steps: 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Press and hold the desired signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release the button. 왘 Indicator lamp 1 will begin to flash af- ter 20 seconds. Without releasing the signal transmitter button, proceed with programming starting with step 3. Operation of integrated remote control 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Select and press the appropriate inte- grated signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) to activate the remote con- trolled device. The integrated remote control trans- mitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds. Erasing the integrated remote control memory 왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 42). 왘 Simultaneously press and hold outer signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4, for approximately 20 seconds, until indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly. Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds. The codes of all three channels are erased. i If you sell your vehicle, erase the codes of all three channels. 164.boo Seite 343 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control, here are some helpful tips: 앫 Check the frequency of hand-held remote control 5 (typically located on the reverse side of the remote). The in- tegrated remote control is compatible with radio-frequency devices operating between 280-390 MHz. 앫 Put a new battery in hand-held remote control 5. This will increase the likeli- hood of the hand-held remote control sending a faster and more accurate sig- nal to the integrated remote control. 앫 While performing step 3, hold hand-held remote control 5 at differ- ent lengths and angles from the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) you are programming. Attempt varying angles at the distance of 2 to 5 in (5 to 12 cm) away or the same angle at varying distances. 앫 If another hand-held remote control is available for the same device, try the programming steps again using that other hand-held remote control. Make sure new batteries are in the hand-held remote control before beginning the procedure. 앫 Straighten the antenna wire from the garage door opener assembly. This may help improve transmitting and/or receiving signals. i Certain types of garage door openers are in- compatible with the integrated remote control. If you should experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Controls in detail Useful features i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 343 164.boo Seite 344 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Controls in detail Useful features Compass Calling up the compass 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the off-road menu appears in the multifunction display. The compass displays the direction into which the vehicle is currently trav- eling: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW. i The presence of buildings, bridges, power lines and large antenna masts can influence the displayed values. Metallic or magnetic objects in or on the vehicle can influence the accuracy of the compass. 344 Infrared reflecting windshield* To make sure the display is correct, the compass must be set to the proper geo- graphic zone (컄 page 178). It may also be necessary to calibrate the compass (컄 page 179). i If the compass is not calibrated or its function is impaired by outside influences, the message Compass - - - appears in the multifunction display. 1 Infrared transparent areas Infrared reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehi- cle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic devices, e.g. electronic toll collection devices. To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, three infrared transparent areas 1 are placed in the windshield. 164.boo Seite 345 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 345 164.boo Seite 346 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main- taining and caring for your vehicle. 346 After 1000 miles (1500 km) you may gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum. All of the above instructions, as may apply to your vehicle type, also apply when driv- ing the first 1000 miles (1500 km) after the engine, the transfer case, the center differential or the rear differential has been replaced. i Always obey applicable speed limits. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later on. 앫 Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but moderate vehicle and engine speeds. 앫 During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and excessive engine speeds (no more than 2/3 of maximum rpm in each gear). 앫 Shift gears in a timely manner. 앫 Avoid accelerating by kick-down. 앫 Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever. 앫 Select gear ranges 3, 2 or 1 (컄 page 197) only when driving at moderate speeds (for hill driving). 164.boo Seite 347 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 왔 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel Fuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and operating conditions. To save fuel you should: 앫 Keep tires at the recommended infla- tion pressures. 앫 Remove unnecessary loads. 앫 Remove carriers* when not in use. 앫 Remove the crossbars* when not in use. 앫 Allow engine to warm up under low load use. 앫 Avoid frequent acceleration and decel- eration. 앫 Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Operation Driving instructions Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traf- fic, on short trips and in hilly areas. Pedals Warning! Drinking and driving Warning! Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and driving are a very dangerous combina- tion. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment. The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive. Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs. Make sure that absolutely no objects are ob- structing the pedal’s range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obsta- cles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneu- vers, the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury. 347 164.boo Seite 348 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Brakes Warning! Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle. After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through wa- ter deep enough to wet brake components, the first braking action may be somewhat re- duced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary to obtain expected braking ef- fect. Maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front. Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads. It can also result in the brakes overheating, thereby significantly reducing their effec- tiveness. It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an acci- dent. 348 ! Operational or performance test must only be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer and such testing should be no longer than 10 seconds. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 164.boo Seite 349 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable to brake the vehicle with considerable force prior to parking. The heat generated serves to dry the brakes. If your brake system is normally only sub- jected to moderate loads, you should occa- sionally test the effectiveness of the brakes by applying above-normal braking pressure at higher speeds. This will also enhance the grip of the brake pads. Warning! Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers. Refer to the description of the Brake Assist System (BAS) (컄 page 103). Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir. The brake fluid level in the reservoir may be too low if the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and an acoustic warning sounds although the parking brake is released (컄 page 437). Observe additional messages in the multi- function display that may appear (컄 page 469). Have the brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Only install brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Operation Driving instructions Warning! If other than recommended brake pads are installed, or other than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired. This could result in an accident. ! When driving down long and steep grades, relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a lower gear to use the engine’s braking power. This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. When using the engine’s braking power, a drive wheel may not spin for an extended period of time, e.g. on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. After hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately park, so that the air stream will cool down the brakes faster. 349 164.boo Seite 350 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Operation Driving instructions Parking brake When driving on wet roads or dirt covered surfaces, road salt and/or dirt can get into the parking brake. To prevent corrosion and a reduction in the braking power of the parking brake, observe the following: 왘 From time to time, lightly engage the parking brake before driving off. 왘 Drive a distance of approximately 110 yds (100 m) at a maximum speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Warning! While performing this procedure, please assure that the vehicle is stopped before applying the parking brake. Otherwise the rear wheels could lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged. Make sure not to endanger any other road users when you engage the parking brake. 350 Driving off Apply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other traffic. Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not place full load on the engine until the oper- ating temperature has been reached. ! When driving off on a slippery surface, do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear. Parking Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas where com- bustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the vehicle drivetrain as a result of vehicle movement, before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always: 앫 Keep right foot on brake pedal. 앫 Firmly depress parking brake pedal. 앫 Set the automatic transmission to position P. 앫 Slowly release brake pedal. 앫 When parked on an incline, turn front wheel towards the road curb. 164.boo Seite 351 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 앫 Turn the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* to starter switch position 0 and remove, or press KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (vehi- cles with KEYLESS-GO*). 앫 Take the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock vehicle when leaving. Operation Driving instructions Tires Warning! The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread. Warning! If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that possi- ble damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the hazard warning flash- ers, carefully slow down, and drive with cau- tion to an area which is a safe distance from the road. Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approximately 1/16 in (1.6 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced. Although the applicable federal motor vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators (TWI) become visible at approximately 1/16 in (1.6 mm), we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that level. As tread depth approaches 1/8 in (3 mm), the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced. Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies widely. Specified tire inflation pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads (e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high ambient temper- atures). 351 164.boo Seite 352 Freitag, 30. März 2007 12:54 12 Operation Driving instructions Warning! Hydroplaning Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire. For more information, see “Tires and wheels” (컄 page 384). Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. Reduce vehicle speed, avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain. Tire traction The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point. Warning!

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