2010 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550 lock

1, 2, 3 ...
115V AC Socket ................................. 213
3-zone automatic climate control see Climate control system
4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 64
4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 62
Indicator lamp ................................ 315
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 288, 300
Accessory weight .............................. 254
Accidents ........................................... 112
Air bags ........................................... 37
Distance warning function .............155
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) .............215
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ........................................ 53
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
see Headlamps
Adaptive Damping System
see ADS
AdBlue ®
...................................... 346, 373
Capacity, AdBlue ®
tank ................. 369
Refilling ......................................... 347
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 371
Gasoline ......................................... 372
Address change ................................... 22
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 159
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 239
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 297, 313
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment ..215
Front, driver and passenger .............40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........42, 322
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 41
Window curtain ................................ 42
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 371
Air distribution .......................... 178, 188
Air filter .............................................. 309
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 255
Air recirculation mode .............. 180, 190
Air suspension program
Comfortable driving style ...............159
Introduction ................................... 159
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Sporty driving style ........................159
Suspension tuning .........................159
Vehicle level control ......................159
Air volume ................................. 179, 189
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool
kit) .............................................. 284, 343
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 166
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 296, 308
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 374
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 66
Anti-theft alarm system ...................66
Immobilizer ...................................... 66
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
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Ashtrays ............................................. 211
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 255
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 129
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 94
Automatic central locking .......... 74, 138
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98
Automatic interior lighting control .. 101
Automatic locking when driving ...... 138
Automatic transmission ................... 114
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) ............................................ 119
Gear range indicator ......................118
Gear ranges ................................... 118
Gear selector lever ........................114
Hill-start assist system ..................155
Kickdown ....................................... 117
One-touch gearshifting ..................118
Shifting procedure .........................116
Steering wheel gearshift control ....118
Towing a trailer .............................. 118
Transmission position indicator .....116
Transmission positions ..................116
AUX socket ........................................ 207
Axle oils .............................................. 369
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system .............46
Self-test ........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 255
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 63
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ..........................73
Replacing ....................................... 326
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 348
Charging ........................................ 350
Jump starting ................................. 350
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 296, 308
Bead (tire) .......................................... 255
Beverage holders see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 345
BlueTEC
AdBlue ®
tank ................................. 346
AdBlue ®
tank capacity ...................369
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 233
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 299
Brakes ................................................ 260
Parking brake ........................ 112, 261
Warning lamp ................................. 316
Break-in period .................................. 226
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 230
Bulbs see Replacing bulbs
C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) ...................................... 142
Can holders see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 368
Cargo compartment
Cargo net ....................................... 206
Cargo volume, expanding ..............201
Cover blind .................................... 205
Fuse box ........................................ 357
Hooks ............................................ 201
Tie-down rings ............................... 200
Cargo compartment cover blind ...... 205
Cargo net ........................................... 206
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 200
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 280
Carriers .............................................. 196
Center console
Lower part ....................................... 33
Upper part ....................................... 31
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Central locking
Automatic ................................ 74, 138
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Locking/unlocking from inside ........75
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 75
Certification label .............................. 360
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 46
Child safety locks (rear doors) .........60
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type ....59
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (Canada only) .........46
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (USA only) ..............42
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Override switch ................................ 60
Safety notes ..................................... 55
Tether anchorage points ..................58
Top tether ........................................ 58
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 281
Cigarette lighter ................................ 212
Climate control system .................... 172
3-zone automatic climate control ..181
Air conditioning .....................177, 186
Air conditioning refrigerant ............371
Air distribution ....................... 178, 188
Air recirculation mode ...........180, 190
Air volume ............................. 179, 189
Automatic mode ....................178, 187
Climate control .............................. 175
Deactivating system ..............177, 185
Front defroster ...................... 179, 189
Residual heat and
ventilation .............................. 180, 191
Temperature .......................... 178, 187
Clock ............................................ 28, 135
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 255Collapsible wheel chock ................... 286
COMAND system see separate COMAND system
operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 100
Comfort submenu
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 139
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ................................... 140
Seat belt adjustment feature .........139
Compass
Calling up ....................................... 223
Control system .................................. 125
Multifunction display .....................127
Multifunction steering wheel .........125
Resetting to factory settings ..........132
Control system menus ...................... 127
Audio/DVD .................................... 129
Distronic ........................................ 131
Navigation ..................................... 130
Off-road ......................................... 131
Settings ......................................... 132
Standard display ............................ 128
Telephone ...................................... 142
Trip computer ................................ 141
Vehicle configuration .....................140
Vehicle status message memory ...131
Control system submenus
Comfort ......................................... 139
Instrument cluster .........................133
Lighting .......................................... 136
Time/Date ..................................... 135
Vehicle ........................................... 138
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ...............374
Capacities ...................................... 369
Checking level ............................... 231
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 306
Cruise control .................................... 144
Activating ....................................... 145
Canceling ....................................... 146
Changing the set speed .................146
Last stored speed ..........................147
Lever .............................................. 145
Messages in the mutlifunction
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Resume function ............................ 147
Setting current speed ....................145
Cup holders ........................................ 209
Curb weight ....................................... 255
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 24
Date, Setting ...................................... 135
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 99
Switching on or off ......................... 136
Deep water
see Standing water
Defroster
Rear window .................................. 191
Windshield ............................. 179, 189
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 137
Interior lighting .............................. 138
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Diesel engine
Preglow indicator lamp ....................29
Diesel fuel
see Fuel
Differential locks ............................... 121
A few words about .........................122
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 123, 302
Switching ....................................... 122
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 111
With starting .................................. 110
Digital clock
see Clock
Digital speedometer ......................... 129
Dimensions (vehicle) see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 246
Displays
Digital speedometer ......................129
Distronic ........................................ 149
Maintenance service indicator .......273
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Multifunction display .....................127
Outside temperature .............129, 135
Symbol messages ..........................299
Text messages ............................... 288
Trip computer ................................ 141
Vehicle status message memory ...131
Vehicle system settings .................132
Distronic ............................................ 147
Cleaning system sensor cover .......278
Control system .............................. 131
Distance warning function .............155
Distance warning
lamp ...................................... 149, 319
Driving with .................................... 153
Menu ............................................. 150
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Resume function ............................ 152
Sensor cover .................................. 278
Speed settings ............................... 151
Door control panel .............................. 34
Door handles ........................................ 34
Doors
Child safety locks ............................ 60
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ...71
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........70
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening from inside ......................... 74
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......219
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ...........323
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 255
Downhill Speed Regulation see DSR
Drinking and driving ......................... 259
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 272
Hydroplaning ................................. 262
Instructions ........................... 108, 259
In winter ........................................ 258
Off-road ......................................... 262
Problems ....................................... 111
Safety systems ................................ 61
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Through standing water .................262
With Distronic ................................ 153
Driving and parking
Safety notes .................................. 108
Driving off .................................. 110, 261
Driving safety systems ....................... 61
4-ETS ............................................... 64
ABS .................................................. 62
BAS .................................................. 63
EBP .................................................. 63
ESP ®
................................................ 63
Driving systems
Air suspension program .................159
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 166
Cruise control ................................ 144
Distronic ........................................ 147
Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) ..155
Hill-start assist system ..................155
Off-road driving program ...............158
Parktronic system ..........................166
Rear view camera .......................... 169
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 117
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) .... 155
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 303
E
Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 92, 139
EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ...................................... 63
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 23
Power outlets ................................. 212
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®

Electronic Traction System
see 4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 284
Flat tire .......................................... 336
Hazard warning flasher ..................101
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 216
Towing the vehicle .........................352
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 215
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 357
Emergency operations
Limp-home mode ........................... 119
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......219
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 272
Information label ............................ 361
System warranties ...........................20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............226
Cleaning ......................................... 276
Compartment ................................ 228
Malfunction indicator
lamp ........................................ 29, 320
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 306
Number .......................................... 361
Starting .......................................... 108
Turning off ..................................... 113
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine compartment
Radiator ......................................... 230
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 231
Additives ........................................ 371
Checking level ............................... 230
Consumption ................................. 230
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 308
Oil dipstick ..................................... 230
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 370
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 63
4-ETS ............................................... 64
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 289, 300
Off-road ESP ®
.................................. 65
Trailer stabilization ........................... 65
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Transmission position indicator .....116
Transmission positions ..................116
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 207
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR
Gross Trailer Weight
see GTW
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) .............. 255
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 255
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 255
H
Halogen headlamps see Headlamps
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 279
Hazard warning flasher .................... 101
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 101
Headlamps
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps .............97
Adjusting aim ................................. 333
Automatic headlamp mode ..............98
Bi-Xenon .................................. 97, 329
Cleaning lenses ............................. 277
Cleaning system ............................ 101
Daytime running lamp mode ............99
Delayed shut-off ............................ 137
Halogen ......................................... 329
High-beam flasher .........................101
High-beam headlamps ...................100
Low-beam headlamps ......................98
Replacing bulbs ............................. 328
Switch .............................................. 97
Headliner, cleaning and care of ....... 280
Head restraints .................................... 82
Adjustment ................................ 82, 84
Comfort head restraint ....................84
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ......................................... 53
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints, resetting .......................325
Heated steering wheel ........................ 93
Height adjustment
Seat belt outlet ................................ 51
Seats ............................................... 82
Vehicle level control ......................159
High-beam flasher ............................. 101
High-beam headlamps .............. 100, 329
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Hill-start assist system ..................... 155
Hinged quarter windows .................. 106
Hood ................................................... 228
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Hooks ................................................. 201
Horn ...................................................... 27
HVAC see Climate control system
Hydroplaning ..................................... 262
I
Identification labels .......................... 360
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 361
Ignition ......................................... 80, 109
Immobilizer .......................................... 66
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 223
Inside door handle .............................. 74
Instrument cluster ............................ 124
Illumination .................................... 124
Lamps ............................................ 314
Multifunction display .....................127
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
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Interior lighting
Delayed shut-off ............................ 138
Emergency lighting ........................102
Front .............................................. 101
Front reading lamps .......................101
Rear ............................................... 102
Rear reading lamps ........................102
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 93
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping
Rain sensor .................................... 103
J
Jack ..................................................... 286
Jump starting ..................................... 350
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 73
Replacing ......................................... 74
Unlocking/locking manually ..........323
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp ..........................73
Checking batteries ...........................73
Factory setting ........................... 71, 72
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 71
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) ............................................ 72, 73
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 71
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO .....72
Locking/unlocking ........................... 70
Loss of ............................................. 73
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 304
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof .........................107
Opening and closing the windows . 107
Remote control ................................ 70
Replacing ......................................... 74
Replacing batteries ........................326
Restoring to factory setting .......71, 73
Selective setting ........................71, 73
Starter switch positions ...................80
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ...................80
Kickdown ........................................... 117
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 255
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Labels
Certification ................................... 360
Emission control information .........361
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 242
Tire inflation pressure ....................236
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................97
Front .............................................. 329
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 310
Rear ............................................... 329
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 28, 315
Brakes ..................................... 28, 316
Center console ................................ 31
Differential locks ............................ 123
Distance warning
lamp .............................. 149, 155, 319
Engine malfunction ..................29, 320
ESP ®
........................................ 28, 318
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 46, 322
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 42, 322
Fuel tank reserve .....................29, 320
High-beam headlamps .............29, 100
Instrument cluster ...................28, 314
Low-beam headlamps ................29, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ..................28, 321
Seat belt telltale ................29, 51, 317
SRS .................................... 29, 36, 318
Turn signals ..................................... 28
Language, selecting .......................... 134
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LATCH-type child seat anchorssee Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 311
Replacing bulbs ............................. 330
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 279
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............99
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 101
Limp-home mode .............................. 119
Load index (tires) ...................... 251, 255
Loading see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 136
Lock button
Outside door handle (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 324
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Loss of
Key .................................................. 73
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 360
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................97
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Switching on .................................... 98
LOW RANGE mode ............................. 120
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 303
Switching ....................................... 121
Lubricants .......................................... 368
Lumbar support ................................... 87
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................274
Service indicator message .............273
Service term exceeded ..................274
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 256
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 255
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 256
Mechanical key .................................. 323
Media interface ................................. 207
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 93
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................94
Interior rear view mirror ...................93
Memory function .............................. 96
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ............................................. 95
Vanity mirror .................................. 210
MOExtended system ......................... 345
MOExtended tires ..................... 345, 365
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 371
Motor Octane Number see MON
Multicontour seat ................................ 90
Multifunction display ........................ 127
Symbol messages ..........................299
Text messages ............................... 288
Vehicle status messages ...............287
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 288, 300
Active headlamps .......................... 310
Advanced TPMS ..................... 297, 313
Air bags ......................................... 291
Air filter .......................................... 309
Air suspension program .................301
Alternator .............................. 296, 308
Automatic
transmission .................................. 296
Battery ................................... 296, 308
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