Driving safety systemEBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution) ..................................... 59
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 57
Important safety information ...........55
Driving safety systems
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ...58
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......56
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............56
Overview .......................................... 55
Driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 147
Rear view camera .......................... 152
Driving tips ........................................ 123
Braking .......................................... 139
Downhill gradients .........................137
Driving on flooded roads ................140
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Driving on wet roads ......................140
Driving over obstacles ...................145
Off-road driving .............................. 142
Off-road fording ............................. 140
Tire ruts ......................................... 144
Wet road surface ........................... 138
Winter ............................................ 141
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 161
E
EASY-ENTRY feature ............................ 84
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 165
EASY-EXIT feature ............................... 84
EBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution) Function/notes ................................ 59
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electronic Brake force
see EBD
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
Electronic Traction Support
see 4ETS
Emergency call
see mbrace
Emergency release
Fuel filler flap ................................. 133
Vehicle ............................................. 68
Emergency running mode
Automatic transmission .................126
Emergency tensioning device
Function ........................................... 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Emissions purification
Service and warranty information ....17
Engine
Display message ............................ 174
Irregular running ............................ 120
Starting problems ..........................120
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 117
Switching off .................................. 135
Warning lamp Check Engine ..........188
Engine electronics
Malfunction .................................... 120
Engine number .................................. 276
Engine oil Adding ........................................... 216
Additives ........................................ 279
Checking the oil level ..................... 215
Display message ............................ 176
Notes about oil grades ................... 279
Viscosity ........................................ 279
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) Activating/deactivating ...................58
Display message ............................ 170
Important safety information ...........57
Exhaust check ................................... 137
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 224
Exterior lighting Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 85
Dipping (automatic) .........................87
Malfunction ...................................... 87
Out of position (troubleshooting) .....86
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 88
Storing the parking position ............. 87Index7
Exterior viewOverview .......................................... 24
F
First-aid kit ......................................... 229
Flat tire Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 232
Preparing the vehicle .....................232
Raising the vehicle .........................233
Floormat ............................................. 211
Front fog lamp (display message) ... 173
Fuel Additives ........................................ 278
Notes ............................................. 277
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 278
Refueling ........................................ 131
Specifications ................................ 278
Troubleshooting ............................. 134
Fuel/water separator ....................... 220
Fuel consumption Notes ............................................. 136
Fuel filler cap (display message) ..... 178
Fuel filler flap Emergency release ........................133
Opening/closing ............................ 132
Fuel filter
Display message ............................ 178
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 167
Fuse allocation chart ........................ 243
Fuse box Battery case ................................... 244
Dashboard ..................................... 243
Front-passenger footwell ...............243
Transmission tunnel ....................... 244
Fuse extractor ................................... 243
Fuses Dashboard fuse box .......................243
Fuse allocation chart .....................243
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 243
Fuse box in the transmission
tunnel ............................................ 244
In the battery case .........................244
Notes ............................................. 242
G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................211
Notes ............................................. 208
Opening/closing the garage door ..210
Programming the remote control ...209
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 225
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 274
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ...................... 225
Glove box ........................................... 193
Gradient-climbing capability
(maximum) ......................................... 146
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ......................................... 267
H
Hazard warning lamps ........................ 93
Headlamp cleaning system ................ 93
Adding washer fluid .......................218
Notes ............................................. 281
Headlamp delayed switch-off
see Exterior lighting delayed switch-off
Headlamp protection grille .............. 100
Headlamps Cleaning ......................................... 224
Misting up ........................................ 94
Headlamps (automatic) ...................... 91
Head restraints Adjusting (angle) .............................. 79
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 80
Installing/removing (rear) ................80
Luxury .............................................. 80
Resetting (front) ............................... 80
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control ........................ 106
High beam flasher ............................... 93
high-mounted brake lamp Display message ............................ 173
Hill start assist .................................. 118
Hood Closing ........................................... 215
Display message ............................ 181
Opening ......................................... 214
8Index
Loss ................................................. 66
Malfunction ...................................... 66
Starting the engine ........................117
Snow chains ...................................... 248
Socket Front-passenger footwell ...............200
Luggage compartment ...................200
Rear compartment .........................200
SOS
see mbrace
Spare fuses ........................................ 243
Spare wheel Exterior spare wheel bracket .........230
Installing ........................................ 232
Notes/data .................................... 272
Speedometer
Additional speedometer (on-
board computer) ............................ 160
Setting the unit (on-board
computer) ...................................... 163
SPEEDTRONIC
Display-Meldung ............................ 178
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) Display message ............................ 170
Introduction ..................................... 34
Warning lamp ................................. 187
Warning lamp (function) ................... 34
Standard display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 160
Starting the engine Important safety notes ..................117
Station
see Radio
Status line (on-board computer) ...... 158
Selecting the display ...................... 163
Steering wheel
Adjusting ......................................... 83
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 157
Cleaning ......................................... 225
Important safety notes ....................83
Steering wheel heating ....................83
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 88
Steering wheel heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ............84Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 193
Glove box ....................................... 193
Stowage pockets ........................... 194
Stowage space
Cup holders ................................... 197
Important safety information .........193
Submenu (on-board computer)
Convenience .................................. 165
Vehicle ........................................... 165
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 248
Sun visor ............................................ 198
Supplemental Restraint System see SRS
Surround lighting
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 164
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) .......................19
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 111
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 59
T
Tachometer ........................................ 156
Tail lamps Changing ....................................... 100
Tail lamps (Display message) ........... 174
Technical data G 500 ............................................. 281
G 55 AMG ...................................... 282
Tires ............................................... 272
Wheels ........................................... 272
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes ..................202
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............207
MB info call button ........................205
Roadside Assistance button ..........204
Self-test ......................................... 202
Index13
frequent insertion and removal or by
sockets that do not fit correctly. A damaged
socket can cause the cigarette lighter to
stop working.XPress cover ; and then release it.
The ashtray and cigarette lighter : fold
out.XPress in cigarette lighter :.
Cigarette lighter : will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
12 V sockets
Points to observe before use
! If you are using all sockets in the vehicle,
make sure that you do not exceed the
maximum current draw of 45 A. Otherwise,
you will overload the fuses.
The sockets can be used for accessories with
a maximum power consumption of 180 W (15
A), e.g. lamps or for mobile phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.Socket in the front-passenger footwellXLift up the cover of the socket.
The cigarette lighter socket can be also used
( Y page 199). It can also be used if the key
has been removed from the ignition lock.
Socket in the rear compartment
The socket is located on the center console
in the rear compartment.
XLift up the cover of the socket.
Socket in the cargo compartment
The socket is located in the cargo
compartment on the left-hand-side, next to
the rear door.
200FeaturesLoading, stowing and features
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:XNote down the service due date displayed
before disconnecting the battery.
or:
XSubtract the battery disconnection periods
from the service date shown on the display
after reconnecting the battery.
i The service interval display should not be
confused with the 4 engine oil level
display.
Hiding a service message
XPress the reset button on the left of the
instrument cluster ( Y page 26).
Displaying service messages
Use the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
XSwitch on the ignition.XPress V or U to select the standard
display menu on the steering wheel
( Y page 160).XSelect & or * to select the service
interval display.
The ¯ or ± service symbol and the
service due date are displayed.
Please bear the following in mind
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset
the service interval display after the
necessary service work has been carried out.
You can obtain further information, e.g.
regarding service work, at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or directly from
Mercedes-Benz.
! If the service interval indicator has been
inadvertently reset, this setting can be
corrected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Have the service work carried out as
described in the Service Booklet. There
may otherwise be increased wear, resulting
in damage to the vehicle or to the major
assemblies.
Fuel/water separator
If the fuel/water separator needs servicing,
the following message appears in the
multifunction display:
You will also hear a brief warning tone.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center,
as soon as possible.
! If you continue driving without having the
fuel/water separator serviced, this could
cause damage to the engine. Any resulting
damage is not covered by the warranty.
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of service products in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Care
Notes on care
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
220CareMaintenance and care
Vehicle equipment ............................228
After an accident .............................. 229
Where will I find...? ...........................229
Flat tire .............................................. 232
Battery ............................................... 235
Jump-starting .................................... 238
Towing and tow-starting ..................240
Electrical fuses ................................. 242227Roadside Assistance
The vehicle tool kit contains:
R vehicle tool kit with:
- fuse extractor
- Allen key, e.g. to operate the sliding roof
manually in an emergency
- pump lever for vehicle jack
- screwdriver
- lug wrench
R jack
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit is under the cover in the
footwell in front of the rear bench seat.
XFold cover : to the side.XPull vehicle tool kit ; out by the tab.
Jack
The jack is located under the rear bench seat
on the right-hand side when viewed in the
direction of travel.
XFold the rear bench seat forward
( Y page 195).XOpen cover :.XPull bar = upwards and detach from
tab ?.XTake out jack ;.
!
Make sure that, while installing the
vehicle jack, there are no cables on the
holder, in order to avoid them becoming
trapped.
! Make sure that, while installing the
vehicle jack, there are no cables on the
holder, in order to avoid them becoming
trapped.
Exterior spare wheel bracket
General notes
GWarning!
If the spare tire is more than 6 years old or is
not the same model as the regular tires, have
the spare tire replaced with a new tire at the
nearest Mercedes-Benz Center.
Never operate the vehicle with more than one
spare wheel mounted.
GWarning
G 55 AMG:
Rim and tire sizes are different for the spare
wheel and the normal wheel. With the spare
wheel mounted, handling is impaired.
Do not exceed a maximum speed of
50 mph(80 km/h).
The spare wheel is mounted in a cover on the
tailgate.
230Where will I find...?Roadside Assistance
Never attempt to recover a vehicle with a
trailer attached.
Pull out the vehicle backwards, if possible,
using the tracks it made when it became
stuck.
Towing in the event of malfunctions
General notes
! If you are removing the propeller shaft,
use M10 nuts as spacers on the M8 bolts
and secure them with M8 nuts.
New self-locking nuts must be used when
the propeller shafts are refitted.
XObserve the safety notes as you do so
( Y page 240).
i
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Engine damage, gear damage or
electrical malfunctions
XMove the selector lever to N(Y page 122).XShift the transfer case to neutral position
N (Y page 126).
In the event of damage to the transfer
case
Have the propeller shafts between the axles
and the transfer case removed.
Have the vehicle towed with the front axle
raised.
In the event of damage to the front axle
Have the propeller shaft between the rear
axle and the transfer case removed.
Have the vehicle towed with the front axle
raised.
In the event of damage to the rear axle
Have the propeller shaft between the front
axle and the transfer case removed.
Then, have the vehicle towed with the rear
axle raised and with wheel rollers under the
front axle.
Electrical fuses
Important safety notes
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the
components on the circuit and their functions
stop operating.
GWarning
Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz
with the specified amperage for the system in
question and do not attempt to repair or
bridge a blown fuse. Using other than
approved fuses or using repaired or bridged
fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire,
and/or cause damage to electrical
components and/or systems. Have the cause
determined and remedied by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of
the same rating, which you can recognize by
the color and value. The fuse ratings are listed
in the fuse allocation chart. An authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center will be happy to
advise you.
i If a fuse has blown, visit a breakdown
service or an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Only use fuses that have been approved
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which
have the correct fuse rating for the system
concerned. Otherwise, components or
systems could be damaged.
242Electrical fusesRoadside Assistance