2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL SUV tire type

Thermotronic
Malfunction indicator lamp ............234
Third brake lamp
Display message ............................ 226
Tightening torque .............................. 271
Time Setting (on-board computer) .......... 104
Setting the time (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 104
TIREFIT kit
Using ............................................. 263
TopTether ............................................. 48
Total distance recorder ....................100
Tow-away protection ..........................55
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 109
Towing ................................................ 279
Towing eye Fitting ............................................ 278
Removing ....................................... 279
Trailer
7-pin connector ............................. 199
Coupling up .................................. 195
Decoupling ..................................... 196
Display message .................... 225, 226
Power supply ................................. 199
Trailer coupling
see Trailer tow hitch
Trailer loads
Technical data ............................... 298
Trailer tow hitch ................................ 193
Cleaning ......................................... 203
Trailer towing
Driving tips .................................... 196
ESP ®
................................................ 51
Malfunction ................................... .248
Mounting dimensions ....................297
Parktroni c...................................... 135
Transmission
Display message ............................ 216
Transmission output (maximum)
Telephone/two-way radio ..............285
Transmission positions ....................... 93
Transport (vehicle) ............................279
Travelling uphill ................................. 190
Trim strips Cleaning ......................................... 205 Trip computer
Menu (on-board computer) ............110
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .110
Trip meter ............................................ 99
Resetting (on-board computer) ......110
Turn signal lamps
Display message ............................ 226
TV
Operating (on-board computer) .....101
Two-way radio
Installation ..................................... 285
Type identification plate
see vehicle identification plate ......286
Tyre
Direction of rotatio n...................... 180
Tyre grip ............................................. 188
Tyre pressure ................................... .180
Calling up (on-board computer) ....183
Display message ...........217, 218, 229
Tyre pressure loss warning system
............................................................ 182
Tyre pressure monitor
Warning lamp ................................. 237
Tyres
General notes ................................ 179
Technical data ....................... 296, 297
Tyre tread .......................................... .180 U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking ..................... 250
From the inside (central unlocking
button) ............................................. 59 V
Vanity mirror Sun visor ........................................ 162
Variable Speedtronic ........................126
Vehicle Emergency unlocking ............250, 251
Individual settings (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 103
Leaving parked up .........................249
Towing ........................................... 279
Transporting .................................. 279 Index
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Alcantara
®
covers, as these are too aggres-
sive and, if used often, may damage the
cover.
! Clean:
R genuine leather covers with a damp
cloth, then wipe the covers down with a
dry cloth. Make sure that the leather
does not become soaked. For leather
care, use a leather care agent recom-
mended by Mercedes-Benz. You can
obtain information about this from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
R artificial leather covers with a cloth mois-
tened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e.g. washing-up liquid).
R cloth covers with a microfibre cloth mois-
tened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e.g. washing-up liquid). Rub
carefully and always wipe entire seat sec-
tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leave
the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning
results depend on the type of dirt and
how long it has been there.
R Alcantara ®
covers with a damp cloth.
Make sure you wipe entire seat sections
to avoid leaving visible lines.
i Note that regular care is essential to
ensure that the quality (both appearance
and comfort) of the covers is retained over
time.
Cleaning the plastic trim !
Do not affix the following to plastic surfa-
ces:
R stickers
R films
R scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Ensure that cosmetics, insect repellent
and suntan lotion do not come into contact
with the vehicle's trim. This will protect the vehicle's high-quality trim and help retain
its overall appearance.
X Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
cloth (e.g. a microfibre cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the wooden trim* and trim
strips X
Wipe the wooden trim and trim strips with
a damp, lint-free cloth (e.g. a microfibre
cloth).
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz. Care
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Exterior spare wheel bracket*
G
Risk of injury
The spare wheel is heavy. Make sure that
nobody is injured as you remove the spare
wheel.
On vehicles with an exterior spare wheel
bracket, the spare wheel is located outside
the vehicle behind the tailgate.
i If the vehicle is fitted with mixed tyres, the
spare wheel is the same type as on the front
wheels. X
Unscrew and remove screws :with the
wheel wrench.
X Remove the spare wheel from the spare
wheel bracket.
Vehicles with BlueTEC :
Safety net X
Remove safety net :. :
Jack 30
; TIREFIT kit 31
*
= Towing eye
? Electric air pump
A Ratchet ring spanner
B Warning triangle
C EASY-PACK load-securing kit*
D Folding wheel chock
E Centring pin
F Wheel wrench
Vehicles with a "Minispare" emer-
gency spare wheel* :
Centring pin
; Towing eye
= Wheel wrench
? Ratchet ring spanner
30 Depending on the date of production of the vehicle, the appearance and stowage location of the jack as well
as the other tools may differ from the illustrations.
31 Not for vehicles with an exterior spare wheel bracket. 210
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Tailgate opening dimensions
:
Tailgate opening height
; Maximum headroom : ;
2100 – 2210 mm 1906 – 2016 mm
i
The values specified may vary due to the
tyres fitted and the state of the suspension. Tyres and wheels
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres which
have been approved specifically for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These tyres are
specially adapted for use with the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten-
ded* (tyres with run-flat characteristics)
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. !
If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. may be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, tyre dimensional variations could
cause the tyres to come into contact with
the bodywork and axle components. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
i You will find a table of tyre pressures on
the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap.
You will find further information about tyre
pressures in the "Operation" section
(Y page 180).
i Notes on vehicle tyres:
Always
R fit tyres of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R fit the same type of tyres on your vehicle
at a given time (summer tyres, winter
tyres, All Season tyres, All Terrain tyres,
MOExtended tyres)
i Vehicles with the MOExtended run-flat
system are not equipped with the TIREFIT
kit 43
.
Therefore, it is recommended that you
additionally equip your vehicle with the
TIREFIT kit* if you fit tyres that do not fea-
ture run-flat properties, e.g. winter tyres.
i A TIREFIT kit is available from any quali-
fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre.
43 Only for certain countries. Tyres and
wheels
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AMG equipment*
All models
21" BA
All-weather tyres
47, 49 295/40 R21 111V XL
Light-alloy wheels
10J x 21 H2 ET37
Spare wheel*
Your vehicle may be equipped with TIREFIT, a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel* or a spare
wheel*, depending on the country, the engine and the wheels fitted.
i The GL 350 BlueTEC model is not equipped with a "Minispare"/collapsible emergency
spare wheel*.
! The maximum tyre pressure given in the table on the inside of the fuel filler flap must be
set for the spare wheel*. "Minispare" emergency spare wheel*
50 GL 450 4MATIC / GL 500 4MATIC /
GL 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY / GL 450 CDI 4MATIC
19" Tyres
T 165/90 – 19 119 M
Tyre pressure
4.2 bar
Wheels
4.5B x 19 ET 40
Trailer coupling*
Mounting dimensions
G
Risk of accident
Only have a trailer coupling retrofitted at a
qualified specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools to
carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre for this purpose. In particular,
work relevant to safety or on safety-related
systems must be carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop. !
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
changes to the cooling system may be nec-
essary, depending on the vehicle type.
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
observe the anchorage points on the chas-
sis frame.
47 Snow chains not permitted.
49 The use of these tyres alters the vehicle width to 1954 mm.
50 Snow chains not permitted. Trailer coupling*
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