2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class window

If steering wheel heating indicator lamp
0087is
flashing, the steering wheel heating has
switched off automatically. The vehicle's
electrical system voltage is too low because
too many electrical consumers are switched
on.
X Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window
defroster or interior lighting.
Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the
steering wheel heating will switch back on
automatically. Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
when you activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature.
If there is a risk of someone becoming
trapped, stop the adjustment procedure. To
halt the procedure:
R press the steering column adjustment
button.
R press one of the memory function position
buttons.
The steering column stops moving
immediately.
Do not keep the memory function position
button pressed as this will start the memory
function and set the steering wheel and seat
in motion.
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle. They could open the driver's door and
thereby unintentionally activate the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature and become trapped. G
WARNING
Let the system complete the adjustment
procedure before setting the vehicle in
motion. All steering wheel adjustment must
be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel
still adjusting could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle.
! Do not activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature, if the seat backrest is reclined too
far backwards. This can damage the front
or rear seats. You must first move the
backrest to a vertical position.
The EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature makes getting
in and out of your vehicle easier.
You can activate and deactivate the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature in the on-board
computer (Y page 216).
Position of the steering wheel when the
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active The steering wheel moves upwards and
towards the dashboard if:
R
you remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock or
R you open the driver's door with the
SmartKey in position 0or 1in the ignition
lock.
i The steering wheel only moves upwards
and towards the dashboard if it has not
already reached the upper end stop.
Position of the steering wheel for
driving The steering wheel is moved to the last
selected position when:
R
the driver's door is closed.
R you insert the SmartKey into the ignition
lock.
The last position of the steering wheel is
stored when you switch off the ignition or
when you store the setting with the memory
function ( Ypage 95). 92
Steering wheelSeats, steering wheel and mirrors

Mirrors
Rear-view mirror
X Adjust the rear-view mirror by hand so you
have a good overview of the traffic
conditions behind you. Exterior mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors G
WARNING
The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the
image. Objects are actually closer than they
appear. You could misjudge the distance from
vehicles driving behind and cause an
accident, e.g. when changing lane. For this
reason, make sure of the actual distance from
the vehicle driving behind by glancing over
your shoulder. X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
1or 2(Y page 139) in the ignition lock.
X Press button 0043to select the left-hand
exterior mirror.
or
X Press button 0044to select the right-hand
exterior mirror.
X Press button 0087up, down, or to the left or
right until you have adjusted the exterior
mirror to the correct position. You should
have a good overview of traffic conditions.
i The convex exterior mirrors provide a
larger field of vision. i
The exterior mirrors are heated
automatically if the rear window defroster
is switched on and the outside temperature
is low.
Folding the exterior mirrors in/out
electrically X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
1or 2(Y page 139) in the ignition lock.
X Briefly press button 0043.
Both exterior mirrors fold in or out.
i Make sure that the exterior mirrors are
always folded out fully while driving. They
could otherwise vibrate.
i If you are driving faster than 9 mph
(15 km/h), you can no longer fold in the
exterior mirrors.
Setting the exterior mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or
completely discharged, the exterior mirrors
must be reset. The exterior mirrors will
otherwise not fold in when you select the Mirrors
93Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Z

X
Install lens 0043.
X Replace and tighten screws 0044.Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off G
WARNING
The windshield will no longer be wiped
properly if the wiper blades are worn. This
could prevent you from observing the traffic
conditions, thereby causing an accident.
Replace the wiper blades twice a year, ideally
in spring and fall.
! Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield/rear
window can scratch the glass if wiping
takes place when the windshield/rear
window is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
! If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield/rear window after the
vehicle has been washed in an automatic
car wash, this may be due to wax or other
residue. Clean the windshield/rear window
with washer fluid after an automatic car
wash.
! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windshield
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windshield wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could then damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather. Combination switch
0047
003F Windshield wipers off
0048 0062 Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)
0049 0063 Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
004A 00AA Continuous wipe, slow
004B 00A9 Continuous wipe, fast
0084 00D3 Single wipe
006B 00D4 To wipe with washer fluid
X Switch on the ignition.
X Turn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted if you stop
and open a front door. This protects people
getting into and out of the vehicle from being
sprayed with water.
Intermittent wiping continues when all doors
are closed and:
R you shift the automatic transmission to
drive position Dor reverse gear R
or
R you change the wipe setting on the
combination switch.
In the 0062or0063 position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically
according to the intensity of the rain. In
the 0063 position, the rain sensor is more
sensitive than in the 0062position, causing
the windshield wipers to wipe more
frequently. 114
Windshield wipersLights and windshield wipers

Switching the rear window wiper on/
off Combination switch
0043
00C5 Switch
0048 008E To wipe with washer fluid
0049 ITo switch on intermittent wiping
004A 0To switch off intermittent wiping
004B 008E To wipe with washer fluid
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock.
X Turn switch 0043on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the icon appears in the instrument cluster.
i The rear window wiper comes on
automatically if you shift the selector lever
to Rwhile the windshield wipers are on. Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the windshield wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you could
be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk
of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
! To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
make sure that you touch only the wiper
arm of the wiper. !
Never open the hood if a windshield wiper
arm has been folded away from the
windshield.
Never fold a windshield wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windshield/
rear window.
Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windshield wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windshield, the
windshield may be damaged by the force of
the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Removing the wiper blades 0043
Windshield wiper arm
0044 Wiper blade
0087 Locking spring
0085 Hinge piece
X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X Fold wiper arm 0043away from the
windshield until it engages.
X Position wiper blade 0044horizontally.
X Press locking spring 0087.
X Slide wiper blade 0044with hinge piece 0085
from wiper arm 0043. Windshield wipers
115Lights and windshield wipers Z

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 24).Overview of climate control systems
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution)
may require replacement of the filter before
its scheduled replacement interval. A clogged
filter will reduce the air volume to the interior
and the windows could fog up, impairing
visibility and endangering you and others.
Have a blocked filter replaced at a Mercedes-
Benz Center as soon as possible.
Observe the settings recommended on the
following pages. The windows could
otherwise fog up. This could prevent you from
observing the traffic conditions, thereby
causing an accident.
Dual-zone automatic climate control
regulates the temperature and the humidity
in the vehicle interior and filters undesirable
substances from the air.
Automatic climate control is only operational
when the engine is running. Optimum
operation is only achieved if you drive with the
side windows and sliding sunroof closed.
The climatic comfort deteriorates whilst the
sliding sunroof is open. The automatic climate
control cannot maintain the set temperature
with the sliding sunroof open. You have to
adjust the climate control manually. i
The residual heat function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition
switched off.
i The residual heat function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition
switched off (Y page 134).
i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period
during warm weather, e.g. using the
convenience opening feature (Y page 78).
This will speed up the cooling process and
the desired vehicle interior temperature
will be reached more quickly.
i The integrated filter can filter out most
particles of dust, and completely filters out
pollen. A clogged filter reduces the amount
of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For
this reason, you should always observe the
interval for replacing the filter, which is
specified in the Maintenance Booklet. As it
depends on environmental conditions, e.g.
heavy air pollution, the interval may be
shorter than stated in the Maintenance
Booklet. 118
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control
Canada only
0043
Sets the temperature, left (Y page 131)
0044 Defrosts the windshield (Y page 131)
0087 Switches the ZONE function on/off (Y page 131)
0085 Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( Ypage 124)
0083 Switches the rear window defroster on/off(Y page 133)
0084 Sets the temperature, right (Y page 131)
006B Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode (Y page 134)
006C Sets the air distribution (Y page 131)
006D Increases the airflow (Y page 131)
006E Reduces the airflow ( Ypage 131)
006F Display
0070 Switches climate control on/off (Y page 121)
0071 Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 130) Overview of climate control systems
119Climate control Z

USA only
0043
Sets the temperature, left (Y page 131)
0044 Defrosts the windshield (Y page 131)
0087 Switches maximum cooling MAX COOL on/off (Y page 132)
0085 Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification (Y page 124)
0083 Switches the rear window defroster on/off(Y page 133)
0084 Sets the temperature, right (Y page 131)
006B Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode (Y page 134)
006C Sets the air distribution (Y page 131)
006D Increases the airflow (Y page 131)
006E Reduces the airflow (Y page 131)
006F Display
0070 Switches climate control on/off (Y page 121)
0071 Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 130)Information about using dual-zone
automatic climate control
The following contains notes and
recommendations on optimum use of
automatic climate control.
R Activate climate control using the 0058and
0056 buttons. The indicator lamps in the
0058 and0056 buttons light up.
R Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
R Only use the "defrosting" function briefly
until the windshield is clear again. R
Only use "air-recirculation" mode briefly,
e.g. if there are unpleasant outside odors
or when in a tunnel. The windows could
otherwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
R Use the ZONE function to adopt the
temperature settings on the driver's side
for the front-passenger side as well. The
indicator lamp in the 00D6button goes out. 120
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

Operating the climate control systems
Switching climate control on/off
Points to observe before use G
WARNING
When the climate control system is deactivated, the outside air supply and circulation are also
deactivated. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up,
impairing visibility and endangering you and others.
Switching climate control on Canada only
0043
Sets the temperature, left (Y page 131)
0044 Defrosts the windshield (Y page 131)
0087 Switches the ZONE function on/off (Y page 131)
0085 Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( Ypage 124)
0083 Switches the rear window defroster on/off(Y page 133)
0084 Sets the temperature, right (Y page 131)
006B Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode (Y page 134)
006C Sets the air distribution (Y page 131)
006D Increases the airflow (Y page 131)
006E Reduces the airflow ( Ypage 131)
006F Display
0070 Switches climate control on/off (Y page 121)
0071 Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 130) Operating the climate control systems
121Climate control Z