2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL SUV weight

The arrow next to the filling pump indicates
the side of the vehicle.
:
To open the fuel filler flap
; To insert the fuel filler cap
= Fuel type
? Tyre pressure table
X To open: press the fuel filler flap in the
direction of arrow :.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
X Open the fuel filler flap.
X Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap ;.
X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
X To close: replace the fuel filler cap and turn
it clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly
engages.
X Close the fuel filler flap. Petrol (EN 228)
! Refuel using only unleaded, sulphur-free
premium grade petrol with a minimum
octane number of 95 RON/85 MON con-
forming to European standard EN 228.
Otherwise, you could impair engine output
or damage the engine. i
As a temporary measure, only when the
recommended fuel is not available, you
may also use regular unleaded petrol,
91 RON/82.5 MON. This may reduce
engine performance and increase fuel con-
sumption. Avoid driving at full throttle.
In some countries, the quality of the avail-
able fuel may not be adequate and could
cause coking around the inlet valve. In such
cases, and in consultation with a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the petrol
may be mixed with the additive recommen-
ded by Mercedes-Benz (part no.
A000989254510). You must observe the
notes and mixing ratios specified on the
container.
Further information on "Fuel" (Y page 287). Diesel (EN 590, DIN 51628)
G
Risk of fire
Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a die-
sel engine. Never mix diesel with petrol. This
causes damage to the fuel system and engine
and could result in the vehicle catching fire.
! Refuel using only diesel which conforms
to European standard EN 590 or German
standard DIN 51628. Otherwise, you could
impair engine output or damage the engine.
! When refuelling vehicles with a diesel par-
ticulate filter in countries outside the EU,
only low-sulphur Euro diesel with less than
0.005 percent sulphur content by weight
(50 ppm) should be used.
! In countries in which diesel with a higher
sulphur content is available, the engine oil
should be renewed at more frequent inter-
vals. More information about intervals for
changing the engine oil can be obtained
from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
! Using fuel that does not comply with the
EN 590 European standard or the Refuelling
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Never press the ADS button* or operate the
level control* while you are coupling up or
decoupling a trailer.
X Make sure the DIRECT SELECT selector
lever is set to P.
X Depress the parking brake.
X Start the engine.
X Set the vehicle to highway level
(Y page 132).
X Set the adaptive damping system (ADS)
setting to AUTOorCOMF (Ypage 129).
X Switch off the engine.
X Close the doors and tailgate.
X Position the trailer level behind the vehicle.
X Couple up the trailer.
X Establish the electrical connection
between the vehicle and the trailer.
i If you have coupled a trailer, the vehicle
will remain at highway level.
The vehicle automatically lowers to high-
way level if you drive faster than 8 km/h
with a trailer. The vehicle is not lowered to
the high-speed level even if you are travel-
ling at higher speeds.
This also applies when using accessories
that are plugged into the socket of the
trailer coupling (e.g. a bicycle rack).
Decoupling a trailer G
Risk of injury
Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged
overrun brake. Otherwise, your hand could
become trapped between the bumper and
drawbar.
! Do not uncouple a trailer with overrun
brake between the bumper and drawbar,
otherwise your vehicle could be damaged
by the spring action of the overrun brake. X
Make sure the DIRECT SELECT selector
lever is set to P.
X Depress the parking brake.
X Start the engine.
X Close the doors and tailgate.
X Secure the trailer against rolling away. G
Risk of injury
The vehicle is lowered as soon as you discon-
nect the trailer cable. Make sure that nobody
is in the vicinity of the wheel arch or the
underbody. You could otherwise trap yourself
or others.
As soon as you decouple the trailer, the unla-
den vehicle rises slightly. Make sure that you
or others are not injured in the process.
X Remove the trailer cable and decouple the
trailer.
X Switch off the engine. Notes on towing a trailer
G
Risk of accident
When reversing the vehicle towards the
trailer, make sure there is nobody between
the trailer and the vehicle.
Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If
you do not couple the trailer to the towing
vehicle correctly, the trailer could become
detached.
Make sure that the following values are not
exceeded:
R the permissible trailer drawbar noseweight
R the permissible trailer load
R the permissible rear axle load of the towing
vehicle
R the maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight of both the towing vehicle and the
trailer
You will find the applicable permissible val-
ues, which must not be exceeded, in the vehi-
cle documents. 196
Trailer towing*Operation
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You will find the values approved by the man-
ufacturer on the vehicle identification plates
and those for the towing vehicle in the "Tech-
nical data" section.
You will find installation dimensions and loads
in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 297).
The maximum drawbar load of the trailer
drawbar on the ball coupling is 140 kg. How-
ever, the actual noseweight must not exceed
the value given on the trailer coupling or
trailer identification plates. The lowest weight
applies.
! Use a noseweight as close as possible to
the maximum permissible noseweight. Do
not use a noseweight of less than 50 kg,
otherwise the trailer may come loose.
Bear in mind that the payload and the rear
axle load are reduced by the actual nose-
weight.
When towing a trailer, where possible set the
tyre pressures for the permissible gross
weight which you find in the table on the
inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap (higher
values).
Driving tips i
Observe the notes on ESP ®
trailer stabi-
lisation (Y page 51).
In Germany, the maximum permissible speed
for vehicle/trailer combinations depends on
the type of trailer and is either 80 km/h or
100 km/h. Before beginning the journey,
check the trailer's documents to see what the
maximum permitted speed is. G
Risk of accident
Always observe the maximum speed permit-
ted in Germany for vehicle/trailer combina-
tions, even in countries where higher speeds
are permitted. This lowers the risk of an acci-
dent. When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling
characteristics will be different in comparison
to when driving without a trailer.
The vehicle/trailer combination:
R is heavier
R is restricted in its acceleration and gradi-
ent-climbing capability
R has an increased braking distance
R is affected more by strong crosswinds
R demands more sensitive steering
R consumes more fuel
On long and steep downhill gradients, you
must select shift range 1,2or 3in good time.
i This also applies if you have activated
cruise control, Distronic* or Speedtronic.
This will use the braking effect of the engine,
so less braking will be required to maintain
the speed. This relieves the load on the brake
system and prevents the brakes from over-
heating and wearing too quickly. If you need
additional braking, depress the brake pedal
repeatedly rather than continuously. G
Risk of accident
Never depress the brake pedal continuously
while the vehicle is in motion, e.g. never cause
the brakes to rub by applying constant slight
pedal pressure. This causes the brake system
to overheat, increases the braking distance
and can lead to the brakes failing completely.
Driving tips
R Maintain a greater distance from the vehi-
cle in front than when driving without a
trailer.
R Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake
gently at first to allow the trailer to run on.
Then, increase the braking force rapidly.
R The values given for gradient-climbing
capabilities from a standstill refer to sea
level. When driving in mountainous areas,
note that the power output of the engine,
and consequently the vehicle's gradient- Trailer towing*
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X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g.
radio, blower, etc.).
X Open the bonnet (Y page 174). X
Open cover :of positive terminal ;.
X Connect positive terminal ;on your vehi-
cle to positive terminal =of donor battery
C using the jump lead, beginning with your
own battery.
X Start the engine of the donor vehicle and
run it at idling speed.
X Remove cover Afrom earth point B.
X Connect negative terminal ?of donor bat-
tery Cto earth point Bof your vehicle
using the jump lead, connecting the jump
lead to donor battery Cfirst.
X Start the engine.
X First remove the jump lead from earth
point Band negative terminal ?, then
from positive terminal ;and positive ter-
minal =, each time disconnecting from the
battery on your own vehicle first.
X Have the battery checked at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Towing and tow-starting
Points to remember
G
Risk of accident
If you have the vehicle towed, you must use a
rigid towing bar if:
R the engine is not running.
R there is a brake system malfunction.
R there is a malfunction in the power supply
or the vehicle's electrical system.
The power steering and the brake force boos-
ter do not work when the engine is not run-
ning. Greater braking force will then be
required and brake pedal travel will be longer.
If necessary, depress the brake pedal with full
force.
Before towing away, make sure that the steer-
ing can be moved and is not locked.
If you tow or tow-start another vehicle, its
weight must not exceed the maximum per-
missible gross vehicle weight of your vehicle. Towing and tow-starting
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Deviations with respect to aerial locations,
output and frequencies must be approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Other aerial positions
There is no restriction for aerial positions in
the outer area of the vehicle for these wave-
bands: trunked radio/Tetra, 70 cm wave-
band, GSM 900/AMPS, GSM 1800 and
UMTS.
Legal provisions for fittings must be
observed.
RF transmitters with a maximum transmis-
sion output of 100 mW (PEAK) may be used
in the vehicle without restrictions.
! The operating permit may be invalidated
if the instructions for installation and use of
RF transmitters are not observed, e.g.
approved wavebands, maximum output
and aerial positions on the vehicle. Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located on
the side of the door frame on the right-hand
side. X
Open the front right-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :. Vehicle identification plate illustration
:
Vehicle identification plate
; Vehicle manufacturer
= EU type approval number
? Vehicle identification number (VIN)
A Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
B Maximum permissible towing weight
C Maximum permissible front axle load
D Maximum permissible rear axle load
E Paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to the information on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the right-
hand side of the cross member under the
second row of seats. X
Fold carpet :under the right-hand seat
forwards.
You will see the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN). 286
Vehicle identification platesTechnical data
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Vehicle data, GL 450 4MATIC
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5099 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2124 mm
Minimum vehicle
height
38 1840 mm
Maximum vehicle
height
38 1950 mm
Minimum ground
clearance
38 202 mm
Maximum ground
clearance
38 307 mm
Ground clearance
when the suspen-
sion is set to High-
way level
38 217 mm
Wheel base
3075 mm
Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(in accordance
with EC directive)
2430 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload. Maximum roof
load
90 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y page 286). Vehicle data, GL 500 4MATIC
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5099 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors 2124 mm
Minimum vehicle
height 39 1840 mm
Maximum vehicle
height
39 1950 mm
Minimum ground
clearance
39 202 mm
Maximum ground
clearance
39 307 mm
Ground clearance
when the suspen-
sion is set to High-
way level 39 217 mm
Wheel base
3075 mm
Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(in accordance
with EC directive) 2445 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload.
Maximum roof
load 90 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y page 286). 38
The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system.
39 The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system. 292
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Vehicle data, GL 350 CDI 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE) 5099 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2124 mm
Minimum vehicle
height
40 1840 mm
Maximum vehicle
height
40 1950 mm
Minimum ground
clearance
40 202 mm
Maximum ground
clearance
40 307 mm
Ground clearance
when the suspen-
sion is set to High-
way level
40 217 mm
Wheel base
3075 mm Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(in accordance
with EC directive)
2450 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload. Maximum roof
load
90 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y
page 286). Vehicle data, GL 350 BlueTEC
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5099 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2124 mm
Minimum vehicle
height
41 1840 mm
Maximum vehicle
height
41 1950 mm
Minimum ground
clearance
41 202 mm
Maximum ground
clearance
41 307 mm
40
The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system.
41 The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system. Vehicle data, GL 350 BlueTEC
293Technical data
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Vehicle dimensions
Ground clearance
when the suspen-
sion is set to High-
way level
41 217 mm
Wheel base
3075 mm
Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(in accordance
with EC directive)
2415 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload. Maximum roof
load
90 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y page 286). Vehicle data, GL 450 CDI 4MATIC
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5099 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2124 mm
Minimum vehicle
height
42 1840 mm
Maximum vehicle
height
42 1950 mm
Minimum ground
clearance
42 202 mm Vehicle dimensions
Maximum ground
clearance
42 307 mm
Ground clearance
when the suspen-
sion is set to High-
way level 42 217 mm
Wheel base
3075 mm
Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(in accordance
with EC directive) 2550 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload.
Maximum roof
load 90 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y page 286). 41
The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system.
42 The value stated may vary due to the tyres fitted and the state of the suspension system. 294
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