Mercedes-Benz 2008 ML 550 Operator's Manual

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9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Pa

99Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe

100Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, t

101Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 405) and (컄 page 418).Warning! GNever swit

102Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESP®To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP® in driving situations where i

103Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching on the ESP®왘 Press ESP® switch 1.The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out.You

104Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsEBPThe EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of th

105Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 400) and (컄 page 413).Off-road - 4-ETSWith

106Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.ActivatingWith the SmartKe

107Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe alarm system indicator lamp is located to the lower left of the hazard warning flas

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10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

109Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionTransfer caseGood visibil

110Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed in your vehicle

111Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you and

112Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the d

113Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press button ‹.With the tailgate and all doors closed, the turn signal lamps flash three tim

114Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle.

115Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO*앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (

116Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is removed from the vehicle (e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with th

117Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press the lock button on an outside door handle (컄 page 69).With the tailgate and all doors

118Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries in the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.The battery check l

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFront doors왘 Pull on inside door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door.If the door was locked,

120Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTailgateOpening the tailgate from the outsideThe handle is located above the rear license plate recess.왘 Pul

121Controls in detailLocking and unlockingPower tailgate*In vehicles with power tailgate, you can앫 open and close the tailgate from the inside and the

122Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe switch is located in the driver’s door.1 Remote tailgate switch왘 Pull remote tailgate switch 1 until tai

123Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Press remote tailgate switch 1 (컄 page 122) until tailgate begins to close.The tailgate closes. While the

124Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the tailgate and locking the vehicle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with po

125Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAutomatic central lockingThe doors and the tailgate lock automati-cally when the ignition is switched on and

126Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate from inside using the

127Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page 43).For more information on seats, see

128Controls in detailSeatsHead restraint height1 Head restraint2 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

129Controls in detailSeatsInstalling왘 Insert head restraint 1 into openings on the seat backrest.왘 Push head restraint 1 down until it au-dibly engage

130Controls in detailSeats왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).Seat cushion depth왘 Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg with

131Controls in detailSeatsThe red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected.왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page

132Controls in detailSeatsThe blue indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which ventilation level you have selected.왘 Switch on the ignition (컄

133Controls in detailMemory function*왔 Memory function*Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat positi

134Controls in detailMemory function*Storing positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats (컄 page 43).왘 On the driver’s side, additionally adjust the steer

135Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

136Controls in detailLightingLow beam headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B.With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEY

137Controls in detailLighting왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U.With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/sto

138Controls in detailLightingUSA onlyWhen the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B, the manual headlamp mode ha

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualChange of address or ownershipIf you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in th

139Controls in detailLightingFront fog lamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B (컄 page 135).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to fir

140Controls in detailLighting왘 Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 to its original position to switch off the high beam.The high beam

141Controls in detailLightingSwitching off corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after ma

142Controls in detailLightingSwitching on hazard warning flasher왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1.All turn signals are flashing.Switching off ha

143Controls in detailLightingActivating왘 Press switch 3.The switch disengages from its recessed position back to its original position.The interior li

144Controls in detailLightingDoor entry lampsFor better orientation in the dark, the corresponding door entry lamps comes on when you open a door and

145Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (컄 page 26

146Controls in detailInstrument clusterResetting trip odometerMake sure you are viewing the trip odome-ter display (컄 page 147).왘 If it is not display

147Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

148Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

14IntroductionOperator’s ManualWarning! GThis Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks

149Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

150Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 6.The table on the next page provides an ove

151Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6Standard display AMG11AMG vehicles only.Off-r

152Controls in detailControl systemThis is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 7 to b.The table on the next page provides an overview

153Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 7 Menu 8 Menu 9 Menu a Menu bVehicle status message memory11The vehicle status me

154Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuIn the standard display, the main odometer and the trip odometer appear in the multi-function

155Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the coolant temperature appears in the multifunction display.Calling up digi

156Controls in detailControl systemAMG menuThe main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged as well as the engine oil temperature.

157Controls in detailControl systemRACETIMERThe RACETIMER allows you to time and save driving stretches in hours, minutes and seconds.왘 Press button è

158Controls in detailControl systemSaving lap time and starting a new lap왘 Press button ç while the timer is running.The intermediate time will be sho

15IntroductionWhere to find it왔 Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle

159Controls in detailControl systemLap analysis왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the mul-tifunction display.왘 Press butto

160Controls in detailControl systemAUDIO menuThe functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on.If no audi

161Controls in detailControl systemOperating CD playerSelecting CD track왘 Turn on the COMAND system and select CD. Refer to separate COMAND system ope

162Controls in detailControl systemPlease refer to the COMAND system manual for instructions on how to activate the route guidance system.AIRMATIC*/Co

163Controls in detailControl systemIf the vehicle status message memory menu does not appear, no messages have been stored.If conditions have occurred

164Controls in detailControl systemThe following settings and submenus are available in the Settings menu:Resetting all settingsYou can reset the func

165Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button j.The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display.왘

166Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

167Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instrument Cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instrument Cluster s

168Controls in detailControl systemAvailable languages:앫 German앫 English앫 French앫 Italian앫 Spanish앫 Dutch앫 Swedish앫 Danish앫 Turkish앫 Portuguese앫 Russi

16IntroductionSymbolsTrademarks:앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.앫 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Control

169Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the time a

170Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and

171Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated, the exterior lamp switch in position U (컄 page

172Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the m

173Controls in detailControl systemVehicle submenuAccess the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to make general vehicle se

174Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Setting Zone appears in the multifunction display.The se

175Controls in detailControl system왘 Drive a full circle at a vehicle speed of between 3 mph and 6 mph (5 km/h and 10 km/h).When calibration was succe

176Controls in detailControl systemLimiting opening height of tailgate*Use this function to activate or deactivate the limiting opening height of the

177Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Comfort submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the me

178Controls in detailControl systemDSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) programmed default speedIn the DSR menu, you can program the default speed the DSR

17IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

179Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics since start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the

180Controls in detailControl systemDistance to empty왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display

181Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the multi-function display depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off:앫

182Controls in detailControl system1 Name from the phone book왘 Press button s.The system dials the selected phone number.앫 If the connection is succes

183Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic tran

184Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from P to NMoving the gear selector lever up or down shifts the automatic transmission out of park

185Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from P to R왘 With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed.왘 Move

186Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionShifting from D or R to NIf you want to select neutral position N with the transmission being in drive posi

187Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionTransmission positionsThe current transmission position appears in the multifunction display.1 Current tran

188Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionIf you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N, e.g. when taking the vehicle through an auto

18IntroductionProblems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe op

189Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionVehicles with SmartKey:왘 With the vehicle at a standstill and the ignition switched on shift the automatic

190Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDriving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less thr

191Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionRocking the vehicleRocking the vehicle by shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R can help fre

192Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can select a gear range for the automat

193Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift controlWith drive position D selected, you can limit or extend the gear range.If y

194Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionExtending gear range왘 Briefly press right shift button 2.The transmission will shift to the next higher gea

195Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionThe selected program mode appears in the multifunction display.1 Current program modeAutomatic shift progra

196Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionUpshifting왘 Briefly press right shift button 2 (컄 page 193).The transmission shifts to the next higher gear

197Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionEmergency operation (Limp-Home Mode)If vehicle acceleration becomes less re-sponsive or sluggish or the tra

198Controls in detailTransfer case!Operational or performance test must only be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer. If such tests are necessary, cont

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19IntroductionReporting safety defects왔 Reporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Ti

199Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityFor information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 60).Headlamp cleaning syste

200Controls in detailGood visibilityPower folding exterior rear view mirrors*Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in and out automaticallyWhen the c

201Controls in detailGood visibilityFolding the exterior rear view mirrors in and out manuallyThe button is located on the door control panel.1 Button

202Controls in detailGood visibility1 Sun visor2 Additional sun visor3 Mirror lamp4 Vanity mirror cover5 Vanity mirror6 Holder for gas cards7 Mounting

203Controls in detailGood visibility왘 Adjust sun visor 1 by pushing or pull-ing in the direction of arrows.왘 Swing down additional sun visor 2 when yo

204Controls in detailClimate control

205Controls in detailClimate control1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed2 Left side air vent, adjustable3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side a

206Controls in detailClimate control1 Temperature control, left2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual)3 Front defroster4 Increasing air

207Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in

208Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 206).The indicator lamp on the button

20IntroductionVehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronicrecording devices(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)Please note

209Controls in detailClimate controlor왘 Press air distribution button 5, 9, or a (컄 page 206).The indicator lamp on button U goes out. The automatic o

210Controls in detailClimate controlAdjusting air volumeFive blower speeds are available.왘 Press button  to decrease or button Q to increase air volu

211Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control switches to the follow-ing functions automatically:앫 most efficient blower speed and heating p

212Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button | (컄 page 206) once more.The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turne

213Controls in detailClimate controlActivating왘 Press button : (컄 page 206).The indicator lamp on the button comes on.Deactivating왘 Press button :.The

214Controls in detailClimate controlConvenience closing왘 Press button : for approximately 2 seconds.The windows and/or tilt/sliding sun-roof will clos

215Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivatingIt is possible to deactivate the air condi-tioning (cooling) function of the climate control system. T

216Controls in detailClimate controlRear climate control*The control panel is located on the rear of the front center console.Activating rear climate

217Controls in detailClimate controlOperating from the frontDeactivating왘 Press button : on the front climate control panel (컄 page 206).The indicator

218Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*

21At a glanceExterior viewCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelStorage compartmentsDoor control pa

219Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*1 Driver’s door air vent, fixed2 Left side air vent, adjustable3 Thumbwheel for air volume contr

220Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*1 Temperature control, left2 Air distribution and air volume (automatic, manual)3 Air distributi

221Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*The automatic climate control is a 3-zone intelligent automatic climate control sys-tem. Your ve

222Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en-ters the

223Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Reactivating왘 Press button U(컄 page 220).Operating the automatic climate control system in autom

224Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Decreasing왘 Turn the temperature control 1 and/or 9 slightly counterclockwise.The automatic clim

225Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Opening the side air vents왘 Turn thumbwheels 3 and b (컄 page 218) to the right.The corresponding

226Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*왘 Turn temperature control 1 and/or 7 (컄 page 220) slightly in any direction.Heating switches to

227Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Air recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering

228Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Air recirculation mode with conve-nience closing and opening featureConvenience closing왘 Press b

22At a glanceExterior view

229Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Air conditioningThe cooling function, only operational when the engine is running, cools the veh

230Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Activating왘 Adjust the temperature, air volume and air distribution (컄 page 220).왘 Press button

231Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Rear automatic climate controlThe control panel is located at the rear of the front center conso

232Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Operating from the frontDeactivating왘 Press button > (컄 page 220).The indicator lamp on the b

233Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting air distributionUse the air distribution controls 5 or 6 to adjust the air distributio

234Controls in detail3-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting air volumeAdjusting manuallyFive blower speeds are available.왘 Press button  to decre

235Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsThe door windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door win-dows are located o

236Controls in detailPower windowsDoor windows1 Left front door window2 Right front door window3 Right rear door window4 Left rear door windowOpening

237Controls in detailPower windows왘 Remove the obstruction.왘 Pull the respective door window switch past the resistance point again and release.Stoppi

238Controls in detailPower windows왘 Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outside door handle.The SmartKey

23At a glanceExterior viewItem Page1 Tailgate 119Power tailgate* 119Cargo compartment앫 Loading instructions 266앫 Cargo tie-down rings 268앫 Hooks 269앫

239Controls in detailPower windows왘 Press and hold button ‹ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroo

240Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroofOpening and closingWarning! GWhen closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure that there is no danger o

241Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is

242Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroofFully opening (Express-open) and closing (Express-close)왘 To fully open or close the tilt/sliding sunro

243Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLE

244Controls in detailDriving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are described on the following pages:앫 Cruise control (컄 page 244), with which

245Controls in detailDriving systems1 Setting current or higher speedAdjustment in 1 mph increments (to the resistance point) or 5 mph increments (pas

246Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating cruise controlYou can activate the cruise control when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (30 km/h).In t

247Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speedYou can increase the speed in two ways.Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments왘 Brie

248Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 (컄 page 245).왘 Releas

24At a glanceCockpit

249Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting to last stored speed (“Resume” function)왘 Briefly pull the cruise control lever in di-rection of arrow 4 (

250Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Downhill Speed Regulation on/offThe switch is located on the upper part of the center console.1 DSR

251Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching Downhill Speed Regulation on왘 Press DSR switch 1 (컄 page 250).The indicator lamp 2 comes on.The message

252Controls in detailDriving systemsYou can increase or reduce the set speed in two ways.Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) incrementsIncrease set s

253Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Release the cruise control lever.The vehicle speed decreases in incre-ments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h).Each time

254Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching Off-road driving program on왘 Press switch 1 (컄 page 253).Indicator lamp 2 comes on. The symbol y appears

255Controls in detailDriving systemsAdaptive Damping System (ADS)*The fine tuning of the damping and suspen-sion is dependent on:앫 your driving style앫

256Controls in detailDriving systemsThe parked vehicle begins adjusting to the set vehicle level as soon the doors and tail-gate are앫 unlockedor앫 open

257Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting the vehicle levelThe switch is located on the upper part of the center console.1 Vehicle level switch2 Ind

258Controls in detailDriving systemsBasic settings (ML 63 AMG only)The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using the vehicle level

25At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Cruise control lever 2452 Instrument cluster 263 Multifunction steering wheel304 Horn5 Steering wheel gearshift buttons

259Controls in detailDriving systemsHighway level왘 Start the engine (컄 page 40).If indicator lamp 2 (컄 page 257) is on.왘 Press switch 1 (컄 page 257).I

260Controls in detailDriving systemsThe Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid and designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It

261Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors

262Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

263Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system* on/offYou can switch off the Parktronic system manually.The Parktronic switch is

264Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Clean the Parktronic system sensors (컄 page 394).왘 Switch on the ignition

265Controls in detailDriving systemsThe rear view camera is an optical parking aid. It shows you the area behind the vehi-cle in the COMAND system dis

266Controls in detailLoadingCarriers*Roof railsFor further information, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.Loading instructionsW

267Controls in detailLoadingLoad distributionThe gross vehicle weight which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed

268Controls in detailLoadingCargo tie-down ringsYour vehicle is equipped with six cargo tie-down rings.Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on

26At a glanceInstrument cluster

269Controls in detailLoadingHooksFour hooks are located on the rear com-partment trim panels, two on each side.1 HookUse the hooks to secure light wei

270Controls in detailLoading1 Release loop2 Seat cushion왘 Pull release loop 1.왘 Fold seat cushion 2 forward.3 Release handle4 Seat backrest왘 Make sure

271Controls in detailLoadingReturning the rear seat backrest to original position1 Seat backrest2 Seat cushion왘 Fold seat backrest 1 rearward until it

272Controls in detailLoadingInstalling blind왘 Place left side of blind 2 in left mount.왘 Position right side of blind 2 over right mount.왘 Press relea

273Controls in detailLoadingUse of the cargo net is a particularly impor-tant safety factor when the vehicle is load-ed higher than the top of the sea

274Controls in detailLoadingPulling the cargo net tightBelt hook attached behind the front seats1 Belt hook2 Cargo tie-down ring3 Tightening belt왘 Hoo

275Controls in detailLoadingCargo management system*Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo management system and accompanying accessories which ena

276Controls in detailLoadingInserting the cargo tie-down ring in the mounting element1 Cargo tie-down ring2 Mounting element왘 Turn mounting element 2

277Controls in detailLoading왘 Place load between the cargo net and the side wall of the cargo compart-ment.왘 Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1. Wi

278Controls in detailLoading왘 Press the plug connection on the checkered surface and pull plug 2 for the seat heating out of the seat cush-ion.왘 Pull

27At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp2 To dim instrument cluster illumination1453 Reset button for:앫 Resetting t

279Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresStorage compartments Glove box/CD changer*1 Glove box lid release2 Glove box lidOpening the glove

280Controls in detailUseful featuresClosing CD changer*1 CD changer왘 Gently push CD changer 1 up in direc-tion of arrow until it engages.For informati

281Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in front center console왘 Briefly press the front of the cover.The cover opens automatically.왘

282Controls in detailUseful features2 Storage/telephone* compartment3 Coin holderOpening the storage/telephone* com-partment왘 Pull button 1 and lift u

283Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel nets Parcel net in front passenger footwellA small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger

284Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holdersCup holder in front of armrestA cup holder and a card/ticket holder are located in the front center con

285Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving and reinstalling cup holderThe front cup holder can be removed for cleaning purposes.1 Cup holder2 Bridge

286Controls in detailUseful featuresRear center console ashtray (front of rear seats)1 Ashtray2 Ashtray coverOpening rear ashtray왘 Briefly press ashtr

287Controls in detailUseful features왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).1 Cigarette lighter왘 Open the ashtray (컄 page 285).왘 Push in cigarette lighte

288Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlets are located앫 in the front center console (컄 page 288)앫 in the front passenger footwell (컄 page 288)앫

28At a glanceInstrument cluster

289Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlet in cargo compartment왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (

290Controls in detailUseful featuresHeated steering wheel*The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel.The stalk is on t

291Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

292Controls in detailUseful featuresPlease contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on features available for your mobil

293Controls in detailUseful featuresThe mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc-tion steering wheel.The battery is charged d

294Controls in detailUseful featuresInstalling a different mobile phone cra-dleExample illustration1 Contact plate2 Recesses3 Mobile phone cradle왘 Ins

295Controls in detailUseful features왘 To activate, press the SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button • or the Information button ¡, depend-ing on t

296Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatical-ly following an accident in which the emer-gency tension

297Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system is available if앫 it has been activated and is operation-al. Activation requires a subscription

298Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.1 Roadside

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

29At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page8 Multifunction display with:앫 Trip odometer 146앫 Main odometer 1479 Tachometer with:< Seat belt telltale 8

299Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arra

300Controls in detailUseful featuresWhen the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid

301Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

302Controls in detailUseful featuresGarage door openerThe integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices.

303Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).Step 2:왘 If you have previous

304Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 5:왘 After indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote cont

305Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed signal trans-mitter button (2, 3 or 4).Step

306Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Select and press the appropriate inte

307Controls in detailUseful featuresCompassCalling up the compass왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AIRMATIC/Compass menu appears in the multi

308Controls in detailUseful featuresInfrared reflecting windshield*1 Infrared transparent areasInfrared reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiate

30At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 147Operating the control system1482 Telephone*:Press buttons to take a callt

309OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

310OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main-taining and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

311OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and ope

312OperationDriving instructionsPower assistanceBrakesTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roa

313OperationDriving instructionsRefer to the description of the Brake Assist System (BAS) (컄 page 100).Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be t

314OperationDriving instructionsHigh-performance brake system (ML 63 AMG only)The high-performance brake system is de-signed to operate under the extr

315OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

316OperationDriving instructionsTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference

317OperationDriving instructionsMercedes-Benz recommends winter tires (컄 page 384) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1/6in (4 mm) on all fou

318OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

31At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 COMAND system, see sepa-rate operating instructions2 Climate control 2043-zone automat

319OperationDriving instructionsFor more information, see “Winter driving” (컄 page 384).Standing water For more information, see “Driving through wate

320OperationDriving instructionsRead this chapter carefully before you be-gin off-road travel.Familiarize yourself with the vehicle char-acteristics a

321OperationDriving instructionsOff-road driving rules앫 Engage the off-road driving program (컄 page 253) before driving under off-road conditions.앫 Ve

322OperationDriving instructionsChecklist before off-road drivingEngine oil level앫 Check the engine oil level with the oil dipstick (컄 page 343).Only

323OperationDriving instructions앫 Comply with the warnings (컄 page 319) and rules for off-road driving (컄 page 321).앫 Driving on embankments, slopes a

324OperationDriving instructionsDriving across a hilltopDecelerate just ahead of a hilltop (do not shift automatic transmission to position N), to pre

325OperationDriving instructions앫 Before driving through water, deter-mine its depth.앫 Vehicles with air suspension program*:Select the highest vehicl

326OperationDriving instructionsWhen driving over tree stumps, big rocks and other obstacles, observe the following rules:앫 Make sure the off-road dri

327OperationDriving instructions앫 Avoid high engine speeds.앫 Shift automatic transmission to position 1 (컄 page 192).앫 Drive next to the ruts rather t

328OperationDriving instructions앫 Remove excessive dirt from tires, wheels, wheel housings, and under-body.For instance, after driving in mud, clean t

32At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Storage compartment with 281앫 Power outlet1or앫 Ashtray with cigarette lighter11Depending on vehicle co

329OperationDriving instructionsElectrical connectionsThe vehicle is prewired to accept the seven-wire harness included in the Mercedes-Benz approved

330OperationDriving instructionsChecking weights of vehicle and trailer앫 To assure that the tow vehicle and trail-er are in compliance with the maximu

331OperationDriving instructions왘 Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P (컄 page 185).왘 Set the parking brake for the vehicle (컄 page 65).왘

332OperationDriving instructions앫 Adjust the mirrors (컄 page 49) to permit unobstructed view beyond rear of trailer.앫 If the trailer has electric brak

333OperationDriving instructions앫 Extreme care must be exercised since your vehicle with a trailer will require additional passing distance ahead than

334OperationDriving instructionsPassenger compartment Driving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If y

335OperationDriving instructionsRefer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.Catalytic converter (gasoli

336OperationDriving instructionsEngine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularl

337OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Loc

338OperationAt the gas station왘 Briefly push on fuel filler flap 1 at the position indicated by the arrow.Fuel filler flap 1 opens slightly.왘 Open fue

33At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Left reading lamp switch 1422 Rear interior lighting switch 1423 Automatic inter

339OperationAt the gas stationLow outside temperatures (diesel engine)To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is

340OperationAt the gas stationBrake fluidCoolantFor normal replenishing, use water (pota-ble water quality).For more information, see “Coolant level”

341OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpeningWarning! GDo not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the ho

342OperationEngine compartmentThe hood lock release lever is located in the driver’s footwell.1 Release lever왘 Pull release lever 1 downwards.The hood

343OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure t

344OperationEngine compartment왘 Open the hood (컄 page 341).왘 Pull out oil dipstick 1.왘 Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean.왘 Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into th

345OperationEngine compartment왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Never over-fill with oil.Be careful not to spill a

346OperationEngine compartmentThe coolant expansion tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compart-ment.1 Cap2 Coolant expansion tank3 Ind

347OperationEngine compartmentDuring all seasons, add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” to water. Premix the windshield washer fluid in

348OperationTires and wheelsContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on test-ed and recommended rims and tires for summe

34At a glanceStorage compartments

349OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

350OperationTires and wheelsTread depthDo not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread dep

351OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advantag-es, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

352OperationTires and wheels1 Driver’s door B-pillarFollowing is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the Tire and Loading In

353OperationTires and wheelsSeating capacityThe seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle

354OperationTires and wheelsStep 4왘 The resulting figure equals the avail-able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” am

355OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

356OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

357OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the d

358OperationTires and wheels1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressuresThe Tire and Loading Information plac

35At a glanceStorage compartmentsItem Page1 Parcel net in front passen-ger footwell2832 Glove box/CD changer* 2793 Door pocket4 Parcel net on front pa

359OperationTires and wheelsTire inflation pressure changes by approxi-mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this i

360OperationTires and wheels왘 Install the valve cap.왘 Repeat this procedure for each tire.Run Flat Indicator (Canada only)While the vehicle is being d

361OperationTires and wheelsRestarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run flat indicator must be restarted in the following situations:앫 If you have change

362OperationTires and wheelsIf you wish to confirm activation:왘 Press button æ.The following message will appear in the multifunction display:Run Flat

363OperationTires and wheelsWarning! GThe TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pres

364OperationTires and wheelsTire inflation pressure warningsIf the system detects a significant loss of tire inflation pressure in one or more than on

365OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul-tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the stand

366OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 40).왘 Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel until the current inflation

367OperationTires and wheelsTire inflation pressure warningsIf the system detects a significant loss of tire inflation pressure in one or more than on

368OperationTires and wheelsRestarting Advanced TPMS*The TPMS usually recognizes new refer-ence values automatically, for example when you have앫 adjus

36At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Inside door handle 1182 Central unlocking switchCentral locking switch1261263 Exterior rear view mirror adju

369OperationTires and wheels왘 Press button æ.The following message will appear in the multifunction display:Tire Pressure MonitorRestartedAfter a few

370OperationTires and wheelsTire labelingBesides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire.Foll

371OperationTires and wheelsGeneral:Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter prec

372OperationTires and wheelsFor additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” (컄 page 374).Tire speed ratingThe tire speed rat

373OperationTires and wheels앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the s

374OperationTires and wheelsLoad identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into

375OperationTires and wheels1 DOT2 Manufacturer’s identification mark3 Tire size4 Tire type code (at the option of the tire manufacturer)5 Date of man

376OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire load1 Maximum tire load ratingThe maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support.F

377OperationTires and wheelsAlways follow the recommended tire inflation pressure (컄 page 357) for proper tire inflation.Uniform Tire Quality Grading

378OperationTires and wheelsTreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rat-ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled cond

37Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

379OperationTires and wheelsTire ply material1 Plies in sidewall2 Plies under treadThis marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies i

380OperationTires and wheelsBarAnother metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascal

381OperationTires and wheelsMaximum load ratingThe maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire.Maximum loaded vehicle weightT

382OperationTires and wheelsTire ply composition and material usedThis indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric i

383OperationTires and wheelsIn some cases, such as when your vehicle is equipped with mixed-size tires (different tire dimension front vs. rear), tire

384OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. This service inc

385OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heater.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized

386OperationMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, in accordance with

387OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicator messageThe maintenance service indicator mes-sage is automatically cleared앫 after ap

388OperationMaintenanceCalling up the maintenance service indicator displayYou can call up the maintenance service in-dicator display at any time to c

38Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

389OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleRegular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. The bes

390OperationVehicle careYour vehicle has been treated at the facto-ry with a wax-base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifeti

391OperationVehicle careDo not apply any of these products or wax if your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot.왘 Use the appropria

392OperationVehicle careAutomatic car washYou can have your car washed in an auto-matic car wash from the start. Automatic car washes without brushes

393OperationVehicle care왘 Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N.왘 Release the brake pedal.왘 If engaged, release the parking brake (컄

394OperationVehicle careCleaning the Parktronic* system sensors1 Parktronic* system sensors in front bumper왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Me

395OperationVehicle careCleaning the windows and the wiper blades왘 Fold the wiper arms forward until they engage.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with

396OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheelsIf possible, clean wheels once a week.왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a st

397OperationVehicle careSteering wheel왘 Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor-oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care.Carpets왘 Use Merc

398OperationVehicle careLeather upholstery*Please not that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process

ContentsIntroduction ... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

39Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock or unlock the vehicle without using the remote control

399Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyResetting activated head restraintsReplacing SmartKey batterie

400Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to com

401Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution- The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is run

402Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)-vThe red brake warning lamp comes on

403Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunc-tion indica

404Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/conse-quenceSuggested solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicat

405Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is runn

406Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seco

407Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you a

408Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionH USA only:Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction tellta

40Getting startedUnlockingSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply for some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adjustment2 Ignitio

409Practical hintsWhat to do if …Warning! GEach tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the infla

410Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionThe yellow fuel tank reserve warn-ing lamp in the fuel gauge com

411Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution59 The front passenger front air bag off i

412Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequenceSuggested solution59 The front passenger front air bag off indica-tor lamp does not

413Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction disp

414Practical hintsWhat to do if …On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may

415Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSABS, ESP InoperativeSee Operator’s Manual

416Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSUnavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe self-diagnosis has

417Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDepress braketo shift out of P.You have tried to shift th

418Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPInoperativeSee Operator’s ManualIn addition, the yello

41Getting startedUnlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-

419Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPUnavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe ESP® was deactivat

420Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPShift to P or Nto start engine.You have attempted to sta

421Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possiblecause/consequencePossible solutionFront Passenger AirbagEnabledSee Operator’s ManualFront pas

422Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possiblecause/conse-quencePossible solutionMonitor the 59 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 pag

423Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/conse-quencePossible solutionFront Passenger AirbagDisabledSee Operator’s ManualFront

424Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possiblecause/conse-quencePossible solutionMonitor the 59 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 pag

425Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheck tires,then restartRun Flat Indicator.There was a wa

426Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire Pressure MonitorInoperativeThe TPMS or Advanced TPMS

427Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionò Replace air filter.The ai

428Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution#Battery/AlternatorStop VehicleThe battery

42Getting startedUnlockingPosition 0Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with Smart

429Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution; (USA only)! (Canada only)ReleaseParking

430Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)CheckBrake Flui

431Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÏ Coolant LevelStop car, switch engine off

432Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

433Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionB Top Up CoolantSee Operator’s ManualThe c

434Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message Check engine oil level at next refueling. appears while the engine is running and at operating tem-p

435Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionc You are driving with one or more doors

436Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFKeyNot DetectedThe SmartKey with KEYLESS-

437Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFKey DetectedIn VehicleA SmartKey with KEY

438Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. 3rd Brake LampThe high mounted brake lam

43Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

439Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Cornering LampLeftThe left corner-illumi

440Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. License Plate LampLeftThe left license p

441Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Marker LampFront LeftThe left front side

442Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Switch Off LightsYou have removed the Sm

443Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Turn SignalRear LeftThe left rear turn s

444Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution4Reserve FuelThe fuel level has gone below

445Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHTire Pressure(s)Please CorrectVehicles wi

446Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHTire PressureCheck TiresThe tire pressure

447Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionnLevel SelectionNot PermittedThe selected

448Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located on the driver’s side in the cargo compartment behind the cover.1 Cov

44Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switch is located on the entry side of each front seat base.1 Head restraint height (vehi

449Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?3 Securing hook왘 Release securing hook 3 (located be-low the floor handle) from holder.3 Securing hook4 Cargo

450Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Example illustration16 Wheel wrench7 Vehicle jack28 Collapsible wheel chock9 Fuse charta Towing eye boltb Alig

451Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Screw-type vehicle jackStorage position왘 Turn crank handle in the direction of arrow as far as it will go.Oper

452Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Setting up the collapsible wheel chockThe collapsible wheel chock serves to ad-ditionally secure the vehicle,

453Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?The Minispare wheel is located underneath the cargo compartment floor (컄 page 448).Removing Minispare wheel1 R

454Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?The collapsible tire is located underneath the cargo compartment floor (컄 page 448).Removing the collapsible t

455Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with the S

456Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyLocking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, lock the vehi-c

457Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyFuel filler flap왘 Open the tailgate (컄 page 119).The fuel filler flap release is located behind a c

458Practical hintsResetting activated head restraintsIf the active head restraints have been trig-gered in a rear-end collision, the active head restr

45Getting startedAdjustingSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5.Seat height왘 Press the switch up

459Practical hintsResetting activated head restraints왘 Repeat this procedure on the active head restraint for the second front seat.For information on

460Practical hintsResetting activated head restraints왘 Firmly press the active head restraint cushion backward towards the head restraint cover in dir

461Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are dis-

462Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries3 Batteries4 Contact spring왘 Pull out batteries 3.왘 Using a line-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 unde

463Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore esse

464Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lampsRear lampsLamp Type1 Parking and standing lampW5W2 Headlamps:High beam/high beam flasherH7 (55 W)Bi-Xenon

465Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating.앫 Switch lights

466Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the

467Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise.왘 Remove cover 1.왘 Turn bulb socket 2 counterclockwise.왘 Pull bulb socket 2 out of th

468Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn cover 1 counterclockwise.왘 Remove cover 1.왘 Turn bulb socket 2 counterclockwise.왘 Pull bulb socket 2 out of th

46Getting startedAdjustingRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of head restraint 1 by pulling it upward.If head restraint 1 is fully retracted, push r

469Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSide marker lamp bulb왘 Turn bulb socket 5 (컄 page 466) counterclockwise.왘 Pull bulb socket 5 out of the headlamp hous

470Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn the hook or screwdriver 90°.왘 Hold the cover 1 and pull the hook or screwdriver outwards.You can now access th

471Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for rear lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the e

472Practical hintsReplacing bulbsOpening the passenger side trim panel:1 Lock2 Cover in right side trim panel왘 Insert a suitable object such as a coin

473Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLicense plate lamp1 License plate lamp cover2 Screws왘 Loosen screws 2.왘 Remove license plate lamp cover 1.왘 Replace t

474Practical hintsReplacing bulbsExample illustration headlamp, driver’s side2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw3 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw왘

475Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesFront wiper bladesRemoving왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with

476Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling1 Installing2 Tab3 Attachment4 Guide tab5 Cover왘 Slide the wiper blade into attachment 3 in directio

477Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesRemoving왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-b

478Practical hintsFlat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Vehicles with air suspension program*: Make sure the vehicle level is set to highway (컄 page 257).왘

47Getting startedAdjustingWith the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you앫 close the driv

479Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheelPreparing the vehicle왘 Prepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 478).Vehicles with Minispare wheel:

480Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects.One collapsible whee

481Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Place wheel chock (or another sizeable object) in front of both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the whee

482Practical hintsFlat tireDepending on production date, your vehi-cle may be equipped with either a screw-type vehicle jack or a scissors-type jack,

483Practical hintsFlat tireScrew-type jack (example illustration)Scissors-type jack (example illustration)왘 Vehicles with screw-type jack: Turn crank

484Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the new wheel1 Wheel bolt for 18", 19" and 20" light alloy wheels and collapsible tire (AMG vehicle

485Practical hintsFlat tireInflating the collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only)왘 Take the electric air pump out of the cargo compartment (컄 page 454).Elect

486Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Inflate the collapsible tire to the recom-mended tire inflation pressure given in the “Technical data” section (컄 page 51

487Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Vehicles with scissors-type jack: Attach ratchet to vehicle jack in such a way that the word DOWN can

488Practical hintsBleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank is empty is not recommended. Otherwise, air may

48Getting startedAdjustingMake sure that앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows앫 you can move your legs freely앫

489Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located under the front passenger seat.The battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to

490Practical hintsBattery!The battery is a valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery, also referred to as “fleece” bat-tery. Such batteries do not requ

491Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting, removing, reinstalling and reconnecting the batteryStep 1 (Disconnecting)왘 Set the automatic transmission to p

492Practical hintsBattery왘 Switch off all electrical consumers.왘 Read and observe safety instructions and precautions (컄 page 489).왘 Open the front pa

493Practical hintsBattery2 Perforated floor carpet, unfolded왘 Fold the floor carpet piece 2 in direction of the arrow.왘 Move the front passenger seat

494Practical hintsBatteryStep 5 (Disconnecting)5 Protection cover6 Battery왘 Unclip protection cover 5 from battery 6 and remove it.Step 6 (Disconnecti

495Practical hintsBatteryStep 8 (Removing)c Battery왘 Tilt the battery c with the negative terminal side upwards.왘 Take out the battery maintaining its

496Practical hintsBattery왘 Connect the positive lead to the posi-tive terminal and fasten it’s cover (컄 page 494).왘 Connect the negative lead to the n

497Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

498Practical hintsJump startingThe jump-start contacts are located in the engine compartment.1 Negative (-) terminal2 Positive (+) terminal3 Positive

ContentsSafety and Security ... 71Occupant safety... 72Air bags ...

49Getting startedAdjustingMake sure that앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows앫 you can move your legs freely앫

499Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

500Practical hintsTowing the vehicleIf you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N, observe the following instructions.Vehicles with Sm

501Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왘 Remove the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button from the starter switch (컄 page 41).왘 Insert the SmartKey with KEYLESS-

502Practical hintsTowing the vehicle1 CoverVehicles with Sport Package*1 CoverExample illustration front bumper2 Towing eye boltRemoving cover왘 Press

503Practical hintsTowing the vehicleRemoving towing eye bolt왘 Loosen towing eye bolt 2 counter-clockwise with wheel wrench.왘 Unscrew towing eye bolt 2

504Practical hintsFusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components and s

505Practical hintsFusesFuse box in engine compartmentThe fuse box is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 3

506Practical hintsFusesFuse box in passenger compartmentThe fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the front passenger side.1 CoverOpe

507Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain DimensionsWei

508Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Light T

50Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located on the driver’s door.1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button2 Adjustment button3 Passenger-

509Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

510Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar)The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the followin

511Technical dataIdentification labels4 Seat cushion5 Floor cover6 VIN왘 Fold the seat cushion 4 forward (컄 page 270).왘 Fold floor cover 5 in direction

512Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveML 320 CDI1 Coolant pump2 Idler pulley3 Automatic belt tensioner4 Power steering pump5 Air conditioning co

513Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel ML 320 CDI (164.1221)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light T

514Technical dataEngineModel ML 550 (164.1751)1All data preliminary. The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Be

515Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tires!Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz a

516Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tiresModel ML 320 CDIML 350ML 320 CDI*ML 350*ML 320 CDI (Sport Package*)ML 350 (Sport Package*)ML 550Rims (li

517Technical dataRims and tiresModel ML 63 AMG ML 63 AMG* ML 320 CDI (Sport Package*)ML 350 (Sport Package*)ML 550 (Sport Package*)AMG rims (light all

518Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheelModel ML 320 CDIML 350ML 550ML 63 AMGRim 4.0B x 18 H2 5.5 B x 19 H2Wheel offset 1.58 in (40 mm) 0.51 in (13

51Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GMake sure that absolutely no objects are ob-structing the pedal’s range of movement

519Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel ML 350 ML 550 ML 63 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor

520Technical dataMain DimensionsModel ML 320 CDI, ML 350, ML 550 ML 63 AMGOverall vehicle length 188.5 in (4788 mm) 189.5 in (4812 mm)Vehicle width (e

521Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

522Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsCapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products teste

523Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsModel Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Transfer case single speedAll models 0.53 US qt (0.5 l) MB

524Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsModel Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Fuel tank All models 25.1 US gal (95.0 l) Gasoline engine:P

525Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsEngine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our

526Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsPremium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)Fuel requirementsGasoline engineOnly use premium unleaded fuel:

527Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsThese blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range,

528Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsCoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:앫 Corrosion

52Getting startedDriving1 Seat belt outlet2 Latch plate3 Buckle4 Release buttonWarning! GNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an e

529Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsAnticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components i

530Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricantsWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer system and headlamp clean

531IndexAABS 98Indicator lamp 400Messages in the multifunction display 415Off-road - ABS 99Accelerator position, automatic transmission 190Accessory w

532IndexAutomatic climate control (3-zone)* 218Air conditioning, Cooling 229Air distribution, Front 224Air distribution, Rear 233Air recirculation mod

533IndexBead 380Belt reel 276Beverage holder see Cup holderBlock heater (Canada only) 385Bolts, Collapsible tire(ML 63 AMG only) 453Bolts, Minispare w

534IndexClimate control 204Air conditioning, Cooling 214, 215Air distribution, Front 209Air distribution, Rear 217Air recirculation mode 212Air vents,

535IndexCup holders 284Cleaning 285Front center console 285Front center console, Removing/Installing 285Rear armrest 284Curb weight 380Current transmi

536IndexDriving 51, 311Abroad 334Hydroplaning 316In winter 318, 384Instructions 51, 311Problems 63Safety systems 98Systems 244Through standing water 3

537IndexEngineBelt layout (ML 320 CDI) 512Belt layout (ML 350, ML 550) 512Belt layout (ML 63 AMG) 512Block heater (Canada only) 385Break-in recommenda

538IndexFluidsAutomatic transmission fluid 345Brake fluid 340, 523, 525Capacities 522Engine coolant 340, 345, 528Engine oil 343, 525Power steering flu

53Getting startedDriving왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of seat belt outlet 1.왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of you

539IndexGGarage door opener 302Gasoline see FuelGAWR 380Gear rangeAutomatic transmission 192Limiting 192Shifting into optimal 194Gear selector lever 2

540IndexHigh beam flasher 59, 140High beam headlampsIndicator lamp 29Messages in the multifunction display 439Replacing bulbs 464, 466, 467Switching o

541IndexLocking/unlocking 38, 68, 110Locking/unlocking, Global setting 112Loss of 118Messages in the multifunction display 437Opening the power window

542IndexLamps, indicator and warningABS 27, 400Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255Alarm system 107Battery (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 117Battery (Smart

543IndexMMain dimensions 520Maintenance 12, 386Calling up service indicator display 388Clearing service indicator message 387Maintenance System 386Res

544IndexFog lamps, Front 439Fog lamps, Rear 441Front passenger front air bag 421, 422, 423, 424Fuel cap 435Headlamps 438, 439, 441, 443Hood 435Key, Sm

545IndexOrnamental moldings, Cleaning 393Outside temperature see DisplaysOverdue maintenance service term 387Overhead control panel 33Oxidation cataly

546IndexPower windows 235Cleaning 395Convenience closing feature 238Door windows 236Opening/closing 235Rear door windows, Blocking operation 96Summer

547IndexReplacing bulbs 463Additional turn signals, Exterior rear view mirrors 470Backup lamps 463, 471Brake lamps 463, 471Corner-illuminating front f

548IndexSeat heating* see SeatsSeat ventilation* see SeatsSeating capacity 353Seats 43, 127Adjusting 43Cushion depth, Multicontour seat* 129Folding th

54Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park positionR Reverse gearN NeutralD

549IndexSpare wheel 518Bolts 450Mounting 479Wheel bolts 484Spare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452Speed settingsCruise control 246Speedometer 27Spinning se

550IndexTar stains 390Technical data 507Air conditioning refrigerant 525Brake fluid 523, 525Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 522, 523Coolan

551IndexTemperatureCoolant 154Display mode, Status indicator 168Interior temperature 209Interior temperature, setting seeClimate control or Automatic

552IndexProblems under-/overinflation 369Retreads 348Rims and tires 515Rotating 351Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 360Service life 349Sizes 370Snow c

553IndexUphill drivingCruise control 246UpholsteryCleaning and care of 397Useful features 279VVehicleBattery 489Break-in period 310Care 389Control sys

554IndexWasher fluid see Windshield washer fluidWasher reservoir level 530Washing the vehicle 389Wear pattern, Tires 383Weights, Vehicle 521WheelBolts

55Getting startedDrivingStarting with the SmartKeyFor information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see “Turning off the en-gine” (컄 page 6

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56Getting startedDrivingKEYLESS-GO start/stop button1 USA only2 Canada only왘 Make sure KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 is inserted in the starter switc

57Getting startedDrivingStarting difficultiesIf the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:왘 If you are starting the engine

58Getting startedDrivingDriving off왘 Depress the brake pedal.The gear selector lever can now be used.왘 Shift automatic transmission to D or R (컄 page

ContentsControl system ... 147Multifunction display... 147Multifunction steering wheel... 148M

59Getting startedDrivingFor more information, see “Driving instruc-tions” (컄 page 311).For information on off-road driving, see “Off-road driving” (컄

60Getting startedDrivingTurn signalsThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signals, right2 Turn

61Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.M W

62Getting startedDrivingWiping with windshield washer fluid왘 Press the combination switch in direc-tion of arrow 1 past the resistance point.The winds

63Getting startedDrivingDeactivating intermittent wipe왘 Turn rear window wiper switch 1 to position 4 (컄 page 62).Indicator 6 (컄 page 62) for the rear

64Getting startedDrivingIn case of accidentIf the vehicle is leaking fuel:왘 Do not start the engine under any circumstances.왘 Notify local fire and/or

65Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

66Getting startedParking and locking왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1.When the engine is running, the warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only

67Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off with the SmartKey왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 (컄 page 39).왘 Remove the Smar

68Getting startedParking and lockingReleasing seat belts왘 Press the seat belt release button (컄 page 52).Allow the retractor to completely re-wind the

ContentsDriving systems ... 244Cruise control... 244Downhill Speed Regulation(DSR)...

69Getting startedParking and lockingLocking with the SmartKey왘 Press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey (컄 page 38).With the tailgate and all doors closed,

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71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle.The restraint

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GModifications to or work improperly con-ducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, eme

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GAir bags are designed to reduce the poten-tial of injury and fatality in certain frontal impacts

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Always sit as upright as possible, prop-erly use the seat belts and use an appro-priately sized infant restraint

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagWarning! G앫 Damaged seat belts or belt

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy-ment thresholds. You will then be

ContentsOxidation catalyst(diesel engine)... 335Emission control ... 335Coolant temperature...

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe side impact air bags and window cur-tain air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GIf the 59 indicator lamp illumi-nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIf the 59 indicator lamp is illu-minated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deploye

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you

83Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 59 indicator lamp is located in the center console.1 59 indicator lampThe 59 indicator lamp 1 will be illumina

84Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification SystemAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pre

85Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restraine

86Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

87Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEnhanced seat belt reminder systemWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate f

88Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more

ContentsReplacing bulbs ... 463Bulbs ... 463Replacing bulbs for front lamps..

89Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyYou cannot remove the active head restraint on the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.For removal of the active

90Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfant and child restraint systemsWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while

91Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in

92Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious-ly injured or even killed i

93Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChild seat anchors – LATCH typeThis vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) ty

94Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Remove anchorage ring cover 1 from the seat on which a child seat is to be installed.2 Anchors왘 Install a LATCH

95Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Move the respective head restraint to its uppermost position (컄 page 128).2 Anchorage ring3 Hook4 Top tether str

96Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operationWith the override switch you can disable the rear side window switches in th

97Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarm1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second.An audible alarm and flashing exterio

98Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 ABS (Antilock Brake Sys