2013 Mercedes-benz GL Class Owners Manual

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A Daimler Company 1665840981 É16658409811ËÍ Contents Index ....................................................... 4 At a glance ........................................... 31 Introduction ......................................... 23 Safety ................................................... 41 Opening/closing ................................. 79 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 103 Lights and windshield wipers .......... 121 Climate control ................................. 137 Driving and parking .......................... 157 On-board computer and displays .... 263 Stowage and features ...................... 329 Maintenance and care ...................... 359 Breakdown assistance ..................... 375 Wheels and tires ............................... 393 Technical data ................................... 431 4 Index 1, 2, 3 ... 115 V socket ...................................... 343 12 V socket see Sockets 360° camera Cleaning ......................................... 370 Function/notes ............................. 225 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) .... 72 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) .................................................. 247 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 282 Function/notes ................................ 66 Important safety notes .................... 66 Warning lamp ................................. 318 Activating/deactivating cooling with air dehumidification ................. 147 Activating/deactivating the distance warning function ............... 274 Active Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ............................ 275 Display message ............................ 304 Function/information .................... 239 Trailer towing ................................. 242 Active Curve System Display message ............................ 302 Function/notes ............................. 209 Active Driving Assistance package . 238 Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ............................ 275 Display message ............................ 304 Function/information .................... 243 Trailer towing ................................. 245 Active light function ......................... 127 Active Parking Assist Display message ............................ 305 Important safety notes .................. 216 Towing a trailer .............................. 220 Active Service System see ASSYST PLUS ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 74 Adaptive Brake Assist Display message ............................ 289 Function/notes ................................ 70 Adaptive Damping System see ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 297 Function/notes ............................. 127 Switching on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 Additives (engine oil) ........................ 439 ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Function/notes ............................. 208 Air bags Display message ............................ 293 Front air bag (driver, front passenger) ....................................... 46 Important safety notes .................... 45 Knee bag .......................................... 47 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp .................................. 49 Safety guidelines ............................. 44 Side impact air bag .......................... 47 Window curtain air bag .................... 48 Air-conditioning system see Climate control Air filter (display message) .............. 300 AIR FLOW ........................................... 148 AIRMATIC package ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 208 Function/notes ............................. 208 Level control .................................. 209 Air vents Glove box ....................................... 154 Important safety notes .................. 153 Rear ............................................... 154 Setting ........................................... 153 Setting the center air vents ........... 154 Setting the side air vents ............... 154 Alarm system Ambient lighting see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Setting the brightness (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 Setting the color (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 AMG adaptive sport suspension system ................................................ 211 Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-theft alarm system see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Approach/departure angle .............. 189 Ashtray ............................................... 341 Assistance menu (on-board computer) .......................................... 274 ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........ 365 Hiding a service message .............. 365 Notes ............................................. 364 Resetting the service interval display ........................................... 365 Service message ............................ 364 Special service requirements ......... 365 ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Activating/deactivating ................... 76 Function ........................................... 76 Switching off the alarm .................... 76 ATTENTION ASSIST Activating/deactivating ................. 275 Display message ............................ 301 Function/notes ............................. 230 Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 271 Audio system see separate operating instructions Authorized Centers see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshops see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message ............................ 297 see Lights Automatic engine start (ECO start/ stop function) .................................... 164 Automatic engine switch-off (ECO start/stop function) .......................... 163 Automatic headlamp mode .............. 122 Automatic transmission Changing gear ............................... 169 DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 166 Display message ............................ 311 Drive position (ECO start/stop function) ........................................ 168 Index Drive program display .................... 166 Driving tips .................................... 169 Emergency running mode .............. 172 Engaging drive position .................. 168 Engaging neutral ............................ 167 Engaging park position automatically ................................. 167 Engaging reverse gear ................... 167 Engaging the park position ............ 166 Kickdown ....................................... 169 Manual drive program .................... 171 Neutral (ECO start/stop function) . 167 Overview ........................................ 166 Problem (malfunction) ................... 172 Program selector button ................ 170 Pulling away ................................... 161 Shift ranges ................................... 170 Starting the engine ........................ 160 Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 170 Trailer towing ................................. 169 Transmission position display ........ 166 Transmission positions .................. 168 Automatic transmission emergency mode ............................... 172 Axle load, permissible (trailer towing) ............................................... 443 Bag hook ............................................ 336 Ball coupling Installing ........................................ 257 Removing ....................................... 261 Storing ........................................... 261 BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 67 BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) .................................................... 67 Battery (SmartKey) Checking .......................................... 83 Important safety notes .................... 83 Replacing ......................................... 83 Battery (vehicle) Charging ........................................ 383 Display message ............................ 299 Important safety notes .................. 381 Jump starting ................................. 385 Overview ........................................ 381 6 Index Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating ................. 275 Display message ............................ 304 Notes/function .............................. 234 Trailer towing ................................. 236 see Active Blind Spot Assist BlueTEC Adding DEF .................................... 176 BlueTEC (DEF) .................................... 438 Brake Assist see BAS (Brake Assist System) Brake fluid Brake lamps Brakes Display message ............................ 288 Notes ............................................. 439 Changing bulbs .............................. 134 Display message ............................ 295 ABS .................................................. 66 Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 70 BAS .................................................. 67 BAS PLUS ........................................ 67 Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 439 Display message ............................ 282 Driving tips .................................... 182 Important safety notes .................. 182 Maintenance .................................. 183 Parking brake ................................ 179 Warning lamp ................................. 317 see Flat tire see Towing away see Changing bulbs Breakdown Bulbs California Important notice for retail customers and lessees .................... 24 Calling up a malfunction see Display messages Car Care see Vehicle 360° camera ................................. 370 Carpets .......................................... 373 Car wash ........................................ 366 Display ........................................... 371 Exhaust pipe .................................. 370 Exterior lights ................................ 369 Gear or selector lever .................... 372 Interior ........................................... 371 Matte finish ................................... 368 Night View Assist Plus ................... 371 Notes ............................................. 365 Paint .............................................. 367 Plastic trim .................................... 371 Power washer ................................ 367 Rear view camera .......................... 370 Roof lining ...................................... 373 Seat belt ........................................ 373 Seat cover ..................................... 372 Sensors ......................................... 369 Steering wheel ............................... 372 Trim pieces .................................... 372 Washing by hand ........................... 367 Wheels ........................................... 368 Windows ........................................ 368 Wiper blades .................................. 369 Wooden trim .................................. 372 Cargo compartment cover Notes/how to use ......................... 336 Cargo compartment enlargement Important safety notes .................. 334 Cargo compartment floor Opening/closing ............................ 337 Stowage well (under) ..................... 337 Cargo tie down rings ......................... 335 Car keys see SmartKey Car wash (care) ................................. 366 CD player/CD changer (on-board computer) .......................................... 272 Center console Lower section .................................. 37 Upper section .................................. 36 Central locking Automatic locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 278 Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 81 Changing bulbs Brake lamps ................................... 134 High-beam headlamps ................... 133 Important safety notes .................. 131 Low-beam headlamps .................... 132 Index Setting the airflow ......................... 150 Setting the air vents ...................... 153 Setting the climate mode (AIR FLOW) ............................................ 148 Setting the temperature ................ 148 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ............................................ 152 Switching on/off ........................... 146 Switching residual heat on/off ...... 153 Switching the rear window defroster on/off ............................ 151 Switching the ZONE function on/ off .................................................. 150 Coat hooks ......................................... 336 Cockpit Overview .......................................... 32 see Instrument cluster COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ....... 68 COMAND ON&OFFROAD menu ..................... 254 see separate operating instructions COMAND display Cleaning ......................................... 371 Combination switch .......................... 125 Compass Calling up ....................................... 356 Consumption statistics (on-board computer) .......................................... 269 Convenience closing feature .............. 95 Convenience opening feature ............ 95 Coolant (engine) Checking the level ......................... 363 Display message ............................ 298 Filling capacity ............................... 440 Important safety notes .................. 440 Temperature gauge ........................ 265 Warning lamp ................................. 325 Cooling see Climate control Cornering light function Display message ............................ 294 Function/notes ............................. 127 Crash-responsive emergency lighting ............................................... 131 Crosswind driving assistance ............ 73 Overview of bulb types .................. 132 Removing/replacing the cover (front wheel arch) .......................... 132 Child-proof locks Important safety notes .................... 65 Rear doors ....................................... 65 Children Child seat In the vehicle ................................... 59 Restraint systems ............................ 59 Special seat belt retractor ............... 62 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors ............................................ 63 Top Tether ....................................... 63 Cigarette lighter ................................ 342 Cleaning Mirror turn signal ........................... 369 Trailer tow hitch ............................. 370 Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control with additional rear-compartment climate control ............................... 144 Automatic climate control (3- zone) .............................................. 142 Controlling automatically ............... 147 Cooling with air dehumidification . . 147 Defrosting the windows ................. 151 Defrosting the windshield .............. 150 Dual-zone automatic climate control ........................................... 139 Important safety notes .................. 138 Indicator lamp ................................ 147 Information on using 3-zone automatic climate control .............. 146 Maximum cooling .......................... 151 Notes on using automatic climate control ........................................... 141 Overview of systems ...................... 138 Problems with cooling with air dehumidification ............................ 147 Problem with the rear window defroster ........................................ 152 Rear control panel ......................... 142 Rear control panel (3-zone automatic climate control with additional rear-compartment climate control) ............................. 144 Setting the air distribution ............. 149 8 Index Cruise control Activating ....................................... 191 Activation conditions ..................... 191 Cruise control lever ....................... 191 Deactivating ................................... 192 Display message ............................ 307 Driving system ............................... 190 Function/notes ............................. 191 Important safety notes .................. 190 Storing and maintaining current speed ............................................. 191 Cup holder Center console .............................. 339 Important safety notes .................. 338 Rear compartment ......................... 340 Temperature controlled ................. 339 Third row of seats .......................... 340 Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 28 Customer Relations Department ....... 28 Dashboard Data see Instrument cluster Dashboard lighting see Instrument cluster lighting see Technical data Daytime running lamps Display message ............................ 296 Function/notes ............................. 122 Switching on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 276 see Qualified specialist workshop Dealerships DEF Adding ........................................... 176 Display message ............................ 300 Filling capacity ............................... 438 Important safety notes .................. 438 Delayed switch-off Exterior lighting (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 Interior lighting .............................. 278 Diagnostics connection ...................... 27 Diesel .................................................. 437 Diesel particle filter .......................... 182 Differential locks (display message) ............................................ 302 Digital speedometer ......................... 269 DIRECT SELECT lever see Automatic transmission Display messages ASSYST PLUS ................................ 364 Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 281 Driving systems ............................. 301 Engine ............................................ 298 General notes ................................ 281 Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 281 KEYLESS-GO .................................. 314 Lights ............................................. 294 Safety systems .............................. 282 SmartKey ....................................... 314 Tires ............................................... 308 Vehicle ........................................... 311 Distance display (on-board computer) .......................................... 274 Distance recorder see Trip odometer Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 327 Distance warning function Function/notes ................................ 68 Warning lamp ................................. 327 DISTRONIC PLUS Activating ....................................... 196 Activation conditions ..................... 196 Cruise control lever ....................... 196 Deactivating ................................... 200 Display message ............................ 306 Displays in the multifunction display ........................................... 201 Driving tips .................................... 202 Function/notes ............................. 193 Important safety notes .................. 193 Setting the specified minimum distance ......................................... 199 Warning lamp ................................. 327 Automatic locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 278 Automatic locking (switch) ............... 88 Central locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ....................................... 81 Control panel ................................... 40 Display message ............................ 313 Doors Emergency locking ........................... 89 Emergency unlocking ....................... 88 Important safety notes .................... 86 Opening (from inside) ...................... 87 Overview .......................................... 86 Power closing feature ...................... 88 Downhill Speed Regulation see DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) Drinking and driving ......................... 181 Drinks holder see Cup holder Drive program Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 166 Manual ........................................... 171 Off-road program (vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD package) ........................................ 250 Off-road program (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package) .......... 250 see On-road programs Driver's door Driving abroad see Doors Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 365 Symmetrical low beam .................. 122 Driving in mountainous terrain Approach/departure angle ............ 189 see Off-road driving Driving safety systems 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 72 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 66 ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 74 Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 70 BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 67 BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) ............................................... 67 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .... 68 Distance warning function ............... 68 Electronic brake force distribution ... 73 ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) .......................................... 71 Important safety information ........... 66 Overview .......................................... 66 Index PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 74 STEER CONTROL ............................. 76 Driving systems 360°camera .................................. 225 Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 238 Active Curve System ...................... 209 Active Driving Assistance package ......................................... 238 Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 242 Active Parking Assist ..................... 216 ADS ............................................... 208 AIRMATIC package ........................ 208 AMG adaptive sport suspension system ........................................... 211 ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 230 Blind Spot Assist ............................ 234 Cruise control ................................ 190 Display message ............................ 301 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 193 HOLD function ............................... 207 Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 237 Level control (vehicles with AIRMATIC package) ....................... 209 Level control (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package) ................ 204 On-road programs .......................... 245 PARKTRONIC ................................. 212 Rear view camera .......................... 220 Automatic transmission ................. 169 Brakes ........................................... 182 Break-in period .............................. 158 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 202 Downhill gradient ........................... 182 Drinking and driving ....................... 181 Driving abroad ............................... 122 Driving in winter ............................. 185 Driving on flooded roads ................ 184 Driving on sand .............................. 188 Driving on wet roads ...................... 184 Driving over obstacles ................... 188 Exhaust check ............................... 182 Fuel ................................................ 181 General .......................................... 181 Hydroplaning ................................. 184 Icy road surfaces ........................... 185 Limited braking efficiency on salted roads ................................... 183 Driving lamps Driving off-road see Daytime running lamps Driving tips 10 Index New brake pads/linings ................ 183 Off-road driving .............................. 186 Off-road fording ............................. 184 Snow chains .................................. 397 Symmetrical low beam .................. 122 Tire ruts ......................................... 188 Towing a trailer .............................. 255 Traveling uphill ............................... 189 Wet road surface ........................... 183 DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) Display message ............................ 303 Function/notes ............................. 248 DVD audio DVD video Operating (on-board computer) ..... 272 Operating (on-board computer) ..... 272 EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating ................. 279 Function/notes ............................. 116 EASY-EXIT feature Crash-responsive ........................... 116 Function/notes ............................. 116 Switching on/off ........................... 279 EBD (electronic brake force distribution) Display message ............................ 284 Function/notes ................................ 73 ECO start/stop function Deactivating/activating ................. 163 General information ....................... 162 Electronic Stability Program see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) Emergency release Driver's door .................................... 88 Vehicle ............................................. 88 Emergency spare wheel Important safety notes .................. 427 Points to remember ....................... 427 Removing ....................................... 427 Storage location ............................ 427 Technical data ............................... 429 Emergency Tensioning Devices Function ........................................... 59 Safety guidelines ............................. 44 Emergency unlocking Emissions control Tailgate ............................................ 93 Service and warranty information .... 24 Engine Check Engine warning lamp ........... 324 Display message ............................ 298 ECO start/stop function ................ 162 Engine number ............................... 434 Irregular running ............................ 165 Jump-starting ................................. 385 Starting problems .......................... 165 Starting the engine with the SmartKey ....................................... 161 Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 161 Switching off .................................. 178 Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 390 Engine electronics Engine jump starting Problem (malfunction) ................... 165 see Jump starting (engine) Engine oil Adding ........................................... 362 Additives ........................................ 439 Checking the oil level ..................... 361 Checking the oil level using the dipstick .......................................... 362 Display message ............................ 299 Filling capacity ............................... 439 Notes about oil grades ................... 438 Notes on oil level/consumption .... 361 Viscosity ........................................ 439 ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) 4ETS ................................................ 72 Deactivating/activating ................... 72 Display message ............................ 282 Function/notes ................................ 71 Important safety information ........... 71 Trailer stabilization ........................... 73 Warning lamp ................................. 320 Exhaust check ................................... 182 Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 370 Exterior lighting see Lights Exterior mirrors Adjusting ....................................... 117 Dipping (automatic) ....................... 118 Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 118 Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 117 Folding in when locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 279 Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 118 Setting ........................................... 118 Storing settings (memory function) ........................................ 120 Storing the parking position .......... 118 Eyeglasses compartment ................. 332 Filler cap see Fuel filler flap First-aid kit ......................................... 376 Flat tire MOExtended tires .......................... 378 Preparing the vehicle ..................... 377 TIREFIT kit ...................................... 378 Floormat ............................................. 356 Folding the rear bench seat forwards/back .................................. 334 Fording Off-road ......................................... 184 On flooded roads ........................... 184 Fuel Additives ........................................ 436 Consumption statistics .................. 269 Displaying the current consumption .................................. 269 Displaying the range ...................... 269 Driving tips .................................... 181 Fuel gauge ............................... 33, 265 Grade (gasoline) ............................ 435 Important safety notes .................. 435 Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 435 Problem (malfunction) ................... 175 Quality (diesel) ............................... 437 Refueling ........................................ 172 Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 435 Fuel filler flap Opening/closing ............................ 173 Fuel filter (display message) ............ 300 Index 11 Fuel level Fuel tank Fuses Calling up the range (on-board computer) ...................................... 269 Capacity ........................................ 435 Problem (malfunction) ................... 175 Allocation chart ............................. 390 Before changing ............................. 390 Dashboard fuse box ....................... 391 Fuse box in the engine compartment ................................. 391 Fuse box under rear bench seat .... 391 Important safety notes .................. 390 Garage door opener Clearing the memory ..................... 356 Important safety notes .................. 353 Opening/closing the garage door .. 355 Programming (button in the rear- view mirror) ................................... 354 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 432 Glove box ........................................... 331 GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (definition) ......................................... 415 Handbrake see Parking brake Hazard warning lamps ...................... 126 Headlamps Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 364 Cleaning system (capacity) ............ 441 Cleaning system (function) ............ 127 Cleaning system (notes) ................ 440 Fogging up ..................................... 129 see Automatic headlamp mode Head restraints Adjusting ....................................... 106 Adjusting (electrically) ................... 107 Adjusting (manually) ...................... 106 Adjusting (rear) .............................. 107 Installing/removing (rear) .............. 108 Luxury ............................................ 107 12 Index Heating see Climate control High-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 133 Display message ............................ 295 Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off ................................. 128 Switching on/off ........................... 126 Hill start assist .................................. 162 HOLD function Display message ............................ 303 Function/notes ............................. 207 Hood Closing ........................................... 361 Display message ............................ 312 Opening ......................................... 360 Hydroplaning ..................................... 184 Ignition lock see Key positions Immobilizer .......................................... 76 Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Insect protection on the radiator .... 361 Instrument cluster Overview .................................. 33, 265 Warning and indicator lamps ....................................... 34, 315 Instrument cluster lighting .............. 265 Interior lighting ................................. 129 Automatic control .......................... 130 Delayed switch-off (on-board computer) ...................................... 278 Emergency lighting ........................ 131 Manual control ............................... 130 Overview ........................................ 129 Reading lamp ................................. 129 Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 Setting the color of the ambient lighting (on-board computer) ......... 277 Jack Storage location ............................ 376 Using ............................................. 418 Jump starting (engine) ...................... 385 KEYLESS-GO Convenience closing feature ............ 96 Display message ............................ 314 Locking ............................................ 81 Start/Stop button .......................... 159 Starting the engine ........................ 161 Unlocking ......................................... 81 KEYLESS-GO .................................. 159 SmartKey ....................................... 159 Key positions Kickdown Driving tips .................................... 169 Manual drive program .................... 171 Knee bag .............................................. 47 Lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating ................. 275 Display message ............................ 304 Function/information .................... 237 see Active Lane Keeping Assist LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors ................................................ 63 Level control (display message) ...... 301 Level control (vehicles with AIRMATIC package) Basic settings ................................ 210 Function/notes ............................. 209 Important safety notes .................. 209 Level control (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package) Basic settings ................................ 204 Function/notes ............................. 204 Important safety notes .................. 204 License plate lamp (display message) ............................................ 296 Index 13 Light function, active Display message ............................ 297 Low-beam headlamps Lights Activating/deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch-off . 278 Active light function ....................... 127 Automatic headlamp mode ............ 122 Cornering light function ................. 127 Driving abroad ............................... 122 Hazard warning lamps ................... 126 High beam flasher .......................... 126 High-beam headlamps ................... 126 Light switch ................................... 122 Low-beam headlamps .................... 123 Parking lamps ................................ 124 Rear fog lamp ................................ 124 Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting (on-board computer) ...................................... 277 Setting the color of the ambient lighting (on-board computer) ......... 277 Standing lamps .............................. 125 Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off ................................. 277 Switching the daytime running lamps on/off (on-board computer) ...................................... 276 Switching the exterior lighting delayed switch-off on/off (on- board computer) ............................ 277 Switching the surround lighting on/off (on-board computer) .......... 277 Turn signals ................................... 125 see Changing bulbs see Interior lighting Light sensor (display message) ....... 297 Loading guidelines ............................ 330 Locking see Central locking Locking (doors) Automatic ........................................ 88 Emergency locking ........................... 89 From inside (central locking button) ............................................. 87 Locking centrally see Central locking Locking verification signal (on- board computer) ............................... 278 Changing bulbs .............................. 132 Display message ............................ 294 Setting for driving abroad (symmetrical) ................................. 122 Switching on/off ........................... 123 LOW RANGE Display message ............................ 303 Off-road gear ................................. 252 LOW RANGE off-road gear ................ 252 Lumbar support Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 113 Luxury head restraints ..................... 107 M+S tires ............................................ 396 Malfunction message see Display messages Matte finish (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 368 mbrace Call priority .................................... 348 Display message ............................ 288 Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 348 Downloading routes ....................... 352 Emergency call .............................. 345 Geo fencing ................................... 352 Important safety notes .................. 344 Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 351 MB info call button ........................ 347 Remote vehicle locking .................. 350 Roadside Assistance button .......... 347 Search & Send ............................... 349 Self-test ......................................... 345 Speed alert .................................... 352 System .......................................... 345 Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 353 Vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis ....................................... 351 Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 350 Mechanical key Function/notes ................................ 82 Locking vehicle ................................ 89 Unlocking the driver's door .............. 88 Memory card (audio) ......................... 272 Memory function ............................... 120 14 Index Message memory (on-board computer) .......................................... 281 Messages see Display messages Occupant Classification System (OCS) MP3 Mirrors see Exterior mirrors see Rear-view mirror see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) Mobile phone Menu (on-board computer) ............ 272 Modifying the programming (SmartKey) ........................................... 82 MOExtended tires .............................. 378 Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ...................... 421 Mounting a new wheel ................... 420 Raising the vehicle ......................... 418 Removing a wheel .......................... 420 Securing the vehicle against rolling away ................................... 418 Operation ....................................... 272 see separate operating instructions Multifunction display Function/notes ............................. 268 Permanent display ......................... 276 Multifunction steering wheel Operating the on-board computer . 266 Overview .......................................... 35 Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 270 see separate operating instructions Night View Assist Plus Activating/deactivating ................. 232 Cleaning ......................................... 371 Problem (malfunction) ................... 234 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ................................................ 158 OCS Faults ............................................... 53 Operation ......................................... 49 System self-test ............................... 52 Occupant safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 59 Important safety notes .................... 42 Faults ............................................... 53 Operation ......................................... 49 System self-test ............................... 52 Odometer Off-road driving see Trip odometer Checklist after driving off-road ...... 187 Checklist before driving off-road .... 187 General information ....................... 186 Important safety notes .................. 186 Traveling uphill ............................... 189 Off-road program (vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD package) Function/notes ............................. 250 Off-road programs (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package) Displays in the COMAND display ... 254 Function/notes ............................. 250 Off-road program 1 ........................ 251 Off-road program 2 ........................ 251 Off-road system 4MATIC .......................................... 247 DSR ............................................... 248 LOW RANGE off-road gear ............. 252 Off-road 4ETS .................................. 72 Off-road ABS .................................... 67 Off-road ESP® .................................. 73 Off-road program (vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD package) ........................................ 250 Off-road programs (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package) .......... 250 see Engine oil On and Offroad menu (on-board computer) .......................................... 280 Oil On-board computer Assistance menu ........................... 274 Audio menu ................................... 271 Convenience submenu .................. 279 Displaying a service message ........ 365 Display messages .......................... 281 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 201 Factory settings submenu ............. 280 Important safety notes .................. 264 Instrument cluster submenu .......... 276 Lighting submenu .......................... 276 Menu overview .............................. 268 Message memory .......................... 281 Navigation menu ............................ 270 On and Offroad menu .................... 280 Operation ....................................... 266 Service menu ................................. 275 Settings menu ............................... 276 Standard display ............................ 269 Telephone menu ............................ 272 Trip menu ...................................... 269 Vehicle submenu ........................... 278 Video DVD operation ..................... 272 On-road programs AUTO program ............................... 245 Function/notes ............................. 245 Snow program ............................... 246 SPORT program ............................. 246 Trailer program .............................. 247 Opening and closing the side trim panels ................................................. 133 Operating system see On-board computer Outside temperature display ........... 266 Overhead control panel ...................... 39 Override feature Rear side windows ........................... 65 Paint code number ............................ 433 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 367 Panic alarm .......................................... 42 Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel Opening/closing ............................ 100 Opening/closing the roller sunblind ......................................... 100 Index 15 Problem (malfunction) ................... 102 Resetting ....................................... 101 Panorama sliding sunroof Important safety notes .................... 98 Parking ............................................... 178 Important safety notes .................. 178 Parking brake ................................ 179 Position of exterior mirror, front- passenger side ............................... 118 Rear view camera .......................... 220 see PARKTRONIC Parking aid Active Parking Assist ..................... 216 see Exterior mirrors see PARKTRONIC Parking brake Display message ............................ 285 Electric parking brake .................... 179 Warning lamp ................................. 323 Parking lamps PARKTRONIC Switching on/off ........................... 124 Deactivating/activating ................. 214 Driving system ............................... 212 Function/notes ............................. 212 Important safety notes .................. 212 Problem (malfunction) ................... 216 Range of the sensors ..................... 213 Trailer towing ................................. 215 Warning display ............................. 214 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp ...................................................... 49 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 371 Power closing feature ......................... 88 Power washers .................................. 367 Power windows see Side windows PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant protection) Display message ............................ 288 Operation ......................................... 54 PRE-SAFE® Brake Activating/deactivating ................. 274 Display message ............................ 289 Function/notes ................................ 74 Warning lamp ................................. 327 Product information ............................ 23 16 Index Program selector button .................. 170 Protection of the environment General notes .................................. 23 Pulling away Trailer ............................................ 162 Pulling away (automatic transmission) ..................................... 161 Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27 Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating ................. 279 Display message ............................ 304 Radiator cover ................................... 361 Radio Selecting a station ......................... 271 see separate operating instructions Radio-controlled devices (installing) .......................................... 356 Reading lamp ..................................... 129 Rear axle level control (AMG adaptive sport suspension system) .............................................. 211 Rear compartment Exit/entry position (3rd row of seats) ............................................. 110 Setting the air vents ...................... 154 Rear fog lamp Rear seats Switching on/off ........................... 124 Adjusting ....................................... 109 Display message ............................ 313 Rear view camera Cleaning instructions ..................... 370 Function/notes ............................. 220 Switching on/off ........................... 221 Rear-view mirror Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 117 Dipping (automatic) ....................... 118 Rear window defroster Rear window wiper Replacing the wiper blade .............. 136 Switching on/off ........................... 135 Refueling Fuel gauge ............................... 33, 265 Important safety notes .................. 172 Refueling process .......................... 173 see Fuel Remote control Programming (garage door opener) .......................................... 354 Reporting safety defects .................... 28 Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message ............................ 299 Warning lamp ................................. 324 see Fuel Residual heat (climate control) ........ 153 Restraint system see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Reversing lamps (display message) ............................................ 296 Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 25 Roller sunblind Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel .................................. 100 Rear side windows ......................... 341 Roof carrier ........................................ 338 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning guidelines) ......................................... 373 Roof load (maximum) ........................ 441 Route (navigation) see Route guidance (navigation) Route guidance (navigation) ............ 270 Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 59 Child restraint systems .................... 59 Occupant Classification System (OCS) ............................................... 49 see Driving safety systems Problem (malfunction) ................... 152 Switching on/off ........................... 151 Safety systems Seat belts Seats Adjusting the driver's and front- passenger seat belt ......................... 57 Adjusting the height ......................... 57 Belt force limiters ............................ 59 Cleaning ......................................... 373 Correct usage .................................. 55 Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 59 Fastening ......................................... 56 Important safety guidelines ............. 54 Releasing ......................................... 58 Safety guidelines ............................. 44 Switching belt adjustment on/off (on-board computer) ...................... 279 Warning lamp ................................. 316 Warning lamp (function) ................... 58 Adjusting (electrically) ................... 106 Adjusting the head restraint .......... 106 Cleaning the cover ......................... 372 Correct driver's seat position ........ 104 Entry position (3rd row of seats) .... 111 Exit position (3rd row of seats) ...... 111 Folding down/up (third row of seats) ............................................. 109 Folding the 2nd row of seats forward electrically ........................ 112 Folding the 2nd row of seats forward manually ........................... 110 Folding the rear bench seat forwards/back ............................... 334 Important safety notes .................. 105 Overview ........................................ 105 Seat heating problem .................... 114 Seat ventilation problem ................ 114 Storing settings (memory function) ........................................ 120 Switching seat heating on/off ....... 113 Switching seat ventilation on/off . . 114 see Rear seats Seats (rear) Selector lever Cleaning ......................................... 372 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 369 Service see ASSYST PLUS Service menu (on-board computer) . 275 Index 17 Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 439 Coolant (engine) ............................ 440 DEF special additives ..................... 438 Engine oil ....................................... 438 Fuel ................................................ 435 Important safety notes .................. 434 Washer fluid ................................... 440 see ASSYST PLUS Service work Settings Factory (on-board computer) ......... 280 On-board computer ....................... 276 Setting the air distribution ............... 149 Setting the airflow ............................ 150 Short journeys (diesel particle filter) ................................................... 182 Side impact air bag ............................. 47 Side marker lamp (display message) ............................................ 296 Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 368 Convenience closing feature ............ 95 Convenience opening feature .......... 95 Hinged side windows ....................... 94 Important safety information ........... 93 Opening/closing .............................. 94 Overview .......................................... 93 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 98 Resetting ......................................... 96 Sliding sunroof Important safety notes .................... 98 Opening/closing .............................. 99 Problem (malfunction) ................... 102 Resetting ....................................... 100 see Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel SmartKey Changing the battery ....................... 83 Changing the programming ............. 82 Checking the battery ....................... 83 Convenience closing feature ............ 96 Convenience opening feature .......... 95 Display message ............................ 314 Door central locking/unlocking ....... 81 Important safety notes .................... 80 Loss ................................................. 85 Mechanical key ................................ 82 18 Index Overview .......................................... 80 Positions (ignition lock) ................. 159 Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85 Starting the engine ........................ 161 Information .................................... 397 Snow drive program ....................... 246 Snow chains Sockets Center console .............................. 343 General notes ................................ 342 Luggage compartment ................... 343 Rear compartment ......................... 343 Specialist workshop ............................ 27 Special seat belt retractor .................. 62 Speed, controlling see Cruise control Speedometer Digital ............................................ 269 In the Instrument cluster ......... 33, 265 Segments ...................................... 266 Selecting the unit of measurement ................................ 276 see Instrument cluster SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Display message ............................ 290 Introduction ..................................... 43 Warning lamp ................................. 323 Warning lamp (function) ................... 43 SUV Standing lamps Display message ............................ 296 Switching on/off ........................... 125 Starting (engine) ................................ 160 STEER CONTROL .................................. 76 Steering (display message) .............. 313 Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) ................... 115 Adjusting (manually) ...................... 115 Button overview ............................... 35 Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 266 Cleaning ......................................... 372 Important safety notes .................. 114 Paddle shifters ............................... 170 Steering wheel heating .................. 115 Storing settings (memory function) ........................................ 120 Steering wheel heating Problem (malfunction) ................... 115 Switching on/off ........................... 115 Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 170 Stowage areas ................................... 330 Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 332 Center console .............................. 332 Cup holders ................................... 338 Eyeglasses compartment ............... 332 Glove box ....................................... 331 Important safety information ......... 331 Stowage net ................................... 333 Stowage net ....................................... 333 Stowage space Center console (rear) ..................... 332 Summer tires ..................................... 396 Sun visor ............................................ 340 Supplement Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Surround lighting (on-board computer) .......................................... 277 Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension system ........................................... 211 (Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 26 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off ................................................. 152 Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 76 Tachometer ........................................ 266 Tailgate Display message ............................ 312 Emergency unlocking ....................... 93 Important safety notes .................... 89 Limiting the opening angle ............... 92 Opening/closing (automatically from inside) ...................................... 92 Opening/closing (automatically from outside) ................................... 91 Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 90 Opening dimensions ...................... 441 Power closing .................................. 88 Tail lamps Tank content Technical data Display message ............................ 295 Fuel gauge ............................... 33, 265 TELEAID Capacities ...................................... 434 Emergency spare wheel ................. 429 Information .................................... 432 Tires/wheels ................................. 421 Trailer loads ................................... 443 Vehicle data ................................... 441 Call priority .................................... 348 Downloading destinations (COMAND) ..................................... 348 Downloading routes ....................... 352 Emergency call .............................. 345 Geo fencing ................................... 352 Important safety notes .................. 344 Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 351 MB info call button ........................ 347 Remote vehicle locking .................. 350 Roadside Assistance button .......... 347 Search & Send ............................... 349 Self-test ......................................... 345 Speed alert .................................... 352 System .......................................... 345 Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 353 Vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis ....................................... 351 Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 350 Telephone Accepting a call ............................. 273 Display message ............................ 313 Menu (on-board computer) ............ 272 Number from the phone book ........ 273 Redialing ........................................ 273 Rejecting/ending a call ................. 273 Temperature Coolant .......................................... 265 Outside temperature ...................... 266 Setting (climate control) ................ 148 Theft deterrent systems ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 76 Immobilizer ...................................... 76 Through-loading ................................ 333 Time see Separate Operator's Manual Index 19 TIREFIT kit .......................................... 378 Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 402 Checking manually ........................ 401 Display message ............................ 308 Maximum ....................................... 400 Notes ............................................. 399 Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 380 Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 380 Recommended ............................... 398 Tire pressure loss warning system Important safety notes .................. 401 Restarting ...................................... 402 Tire pressure monitoring system Checking the tire pressure electronically ................................. 404 Function/notes ............................. 402 Restarting ...................................... 404 Warning lamp ................................. 328 Warning message .......................... 404 Tires Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 415 Average weight of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 414 Bar (definition) ............................... 414 Changing a wheel .......................... 416 Characteristics .............................. 414 Checking ........................................ 395 Definition of terms ......................... 414 Direction of rotation ...................... 417 Display message ............................ 308 Distribution of the vehicle occupants (definition) .................... 416 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................... 413 DOT (Department of Transportation) (definition) ............ 414 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (definition) ..................................... 414 GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (definition) ..................................... 415 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (definition) ..................................... 415 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (definition) ......................... 415 Important safety notes .................. 394 Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment (definition) ...... 414 20 Index Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 415 Labeling (overview) ........................ 410 Load bearing index (definition) ...... 416 Load index ..................................... 413 Load index (definition) ................... 415 M+S tires ....................................... 396 Maximum loaded vehicle weight (definition) ..................................... 415 Maximum load on a tire (definition) ..................................... 415 Maximum permissible tire pressure (definition) ....................... 415 Maximum tire load ......................... 413 Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 415 MOExtended tires .......................... 396 Optional equipment weight (definition) ..................................... 416 PSI (pounds per square inch) (definition) ..................................... 415 Replacing ....................................... 416 Service life ..................................... 396 Sidewall (definition) ....................... 416 Speed rating (definition) ................ 415 Storing ........................................... 417 Structure and characteristics (definition) ..................................... 414 Temperature .................................. 410 TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ..................................... 416 Tire bead (definition) ...................... 416 Tire pressure (definition) ................ 415 Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 414 Tire size (data) ............................... 421 Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 411 Tire tread ....................................... 395 Tire tread (definition) ..................... 416 Total load limit (definition) ............. 416 Traction ......................................... 409 Traction (definition) ....................... 416 Tread wear ..................................... 409 TWR (permissible trailer drawbar noseweight) (definition) ................. 416 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...................................... 409 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (definition) .................... 414 Unladen weight (definition) ............ 415 Wear indicator (definition) ............. 416 Wheel rim (definition) .................... 414 see Flat tire Top Tether ............................................ 63 Towing Important safety guidelines ........... 387 Installing the towing eye ................ 388 Removing the towing eye ............... 389 Towing a trailer Active Parking Assist ..................... 220 Axle load, permissible .................... 443 Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 370 Coupling up a trailer ...................... 259 Decoupling a trailer ....................... 260 Driving tips .................................... 255 ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) .......................................... 73 Important safety notes .................. 255 Installing the ball coupling ............. 257 Mounting dimensions .................... 442 Power supply ................................. 262 Pulling away with a trailer .............. 162 Removing the ball coupling ............ 261 Shift range ..................................... 169 Storing the ball coupling ................ 261 Trailer drive program ..................... 247 Trailer loads ................................... 443 With both axles on the ground ....... 389 Towing away Tow-starting Emergency engine starting ............ 390 Important safety notes .................. 387 Trailer coupling see Towing a trailer Trailer loads and drawbar noseweights ...................................... 261 Trailer towing Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 242 Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 245 Blind Spot Assist ............................ 236 PARKTRONIC ................................. 215 Permissible trailer loads and drawbar noseweights ..................... 261 Transfer case ..................................... 172 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transmission position display ......... 166 Transmission position display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 166 Transporting the vehicle .................. 389 Traveling uphill Brow of hill ..................................... 190 Driving downhill ............................. 190 Maximum gradient-climbing capability ....................................... 190 Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 372 Trip computer (on-board computer) .......................................... 269 Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 269 Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 270 see Tailgate Trunk Turn signals Display message ............................ 294 Switching on/off ........................... 125 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) (definition) ......................................... 416 Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 88 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ............................. 87 Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 340 Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 27 Data acquisition ............................... 28 Display message ............................ 311 Equipment ....................................... 24 Individual settings .......................... 276 Limited Warranty ............................. 28 Loading .......................................... 405 Locking (in an emergency) ............... 89 Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 81 Lowering ........................................ 421 Maintenance .................................... 25 Parking for a long period ................ 181 Pulling away ................................... 161 Index 21 Raising ........................................... 418 Reporting problems ......................... 28 Securing from rolling away ............ 418 Towing away .................................. 387 Transporting .................................. 389 Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 88 Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 81 Vehicle data ................................... 441 Vehicle battery see Battery (vehicle) Vehicle data ....................................... 441 Vehicle dimensions ........................... 441 Vehicle emergency locking ................ 89 Vehicle identification number see VIN Vehicle identification plate .............. 433 Vehicle level (display message) ....... 301 Vehicle tool kit .................................. 376 Video Operating the DVD ......................... 272 VIN ...................................................... 433 Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 318 Brakes ........................................... 317 Check Engine ................................. 324 Coolant .......................................... 325 Distance warning ........................... 327 DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 327 ESP® .............................................. 320 ESP® OFF ....................................... 321 Fuel tank ........................................ 324 Overview .................................. 34, 315 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp .................................. 49 Reserve fuel ................................... 324 Seat belt ........................................ 316 SRS ................................................ 323 Tire pressure monitor .................... 328 Warranty ............................................ 432 Washer fluid Display message ............................ 313 Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 421 Wheel chock ...................................... 418 Replacing (rear window) ................ 136 Replacing (windshield) ................... 135 Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) ...................................... 372 Workshops see Qualified specialist workshop 22 Index Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 416 Checking ........................................ 395 Cleaning ......................................... 368 Cleaning (warning) ......................... 417 Emergency spare wheel ................. 427 Important safety notes .................. 394 Interchanging/changing ................ 416 Mounting a new wheel ................... 420 Mounting a wheel .......................... 417 Overview ........................................ 394 Removing a wheel .......................... 420 Storing ........................................... 417 Tightening torque ........................... 421 Wheel size/tire size ....................... 421 Window curtain air bag Display message ............................ 291 Operation ......................................... 48 Windows Windshield see Side windows Defrosting ...................................... 150 Infrared reflective .......................... 356 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....................... 364 Filling capacity ............................... 441 Notes ............................................. 440 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ................... 136 Rear window wiper ........................ 135 Replacing the wiper blades ............ 135 Switching on/off ........................... 134 Winter driving Slippery road surfaces ................... 185 Snow chains .................................. 397 Winter operation General notes ................................ 396 Overview ........................................ 396 Radiator cover ............................... 361 Snow drive program ....................... 246 Winter tires Wiper blades M+S tires ....................................... 396 Cleaning ......................................... 369 Important safety notes .................. 135 Replacing ....................................... 135 Protection of the environment General notes H Environmental note Daimler's declared policy is one of integrated environmental protection. The objectives are for the natural resources that form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner that takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account. You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner. Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear depend on the following factors: Roperating conditions of your vehicle Ryour personal driving style You can influence both factors. You should bear the following in mind: Operating conditions: Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption. Ralways make sure that the tire pressures are correct. Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight. Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.

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2013 Mercedes-benz GL Class Owners Manual