2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GL display

Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission positionDor
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
is a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmission positionDorR,
always firmly depress the brake pedal and do
not simultaneously accelerate.
GWARNING
The automatic transmission switches to
neutral positionNwhen you switch off the
engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a
risk of an accident.
After switching off the engine, always switch
to parking positionP. Prevent the parked
vehicle from rolling away by applying the
parking brake.
DIRECT SELECT lever
Overview of transmission positions
]Park position with parking lock
^Reverse gear
\\Neutral
[Drive
The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the
steering column.
iThe DIRECT SELECT lever always returns
to its original position. The current
transmission positionP,R,NorDappears
in the transmission position display
(Ypage 173) in the multifunction display.
Transmission position and drive
program display
!If the transmission position display in the
multifunction display is not working, you
should pull away carefully to check whether
the desired transmission position is
engaged. Ideally, you should select
transmission positionDand, in AMG
vehicles, drive programCorS.
Transmission position and drive program display
CTransmission position display
DDrive program display
The current transmission position and drive
program appear in the multifunction display.
iThe arrows in the transmission position
display show how and into which
transmission positions you can change
using the DIRECT SELECT lever.
Engaging park position P
!If the engine speed is too high or the
vehicle is moving, do not shift the
automatic transmission directly fromDto
R, fromRtoDor directly toP. The
automatic transmission could otherwise be
damaged.
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Program selector button
General notes
Vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package
XBriefly press program selector buttonC.
The letterMappears in the multifunction
display. The manual drive programMis
activated.
AMG vehiclesXPress program selector buttonC
repeatedly until the letter for the desired
gearshift program appears in the
multifunction display.
The program selector button allows you to
choose between different driving
characteristics.
iThe permanent drive programMis
available on the following vehicles:
RVehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package
RAMG vehicles
Further information about permanent drive
programM(Ypage 179).
As well as this permanent drive program
M, you can also activate temporary drive
programM(Ypage 178).
iAMG vehicles:the automatic
transmission switches to automatic drive
programCeach time the engine is started.
iDrive programMis not saved after the
engine has been switched off. If required,
you must select the drive program again
after starting the engine.
Drive program on vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package
MManualPermanent manual
gearshifting
Drive programs on AMG vehicles
CControlled
Efficiency
Comfortable, economical
driving
SSportSporty driving style
MManualPermanent manual
gearshifting
iFor further information on the automatic
drive program, see (Ypage 178).
Steering wheel paddle shifters
In the manual drive program, you can change
gears manually using steering wheel paddle
shiftersCandD.
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Further information about permanent drive
programM(Ypage 179).
Further information about temporary drive
programM(Ypage 178).
iYou can only change gear with the
steering wheel paddle shifters when the
transmission is in positionD.
Automatic drive program (AMG
vehicles)
Automatic drive programs C and S
Drive programCis characterized by the
following:
Rcomfort-oriented engine and transmission
settings
Roptimal fuel consumption resulting from
the automatic transmission shifting up
sooner
Rthe vehicle pulling away more gently in
forward and reverse gears, unless the
accelerator pedal is depressed fully
Rincreased sensitivity. This improves driving
stability on slippery road surfaces, for
example
Rthe automatic transmission shifting up
sooner. This results in the vehicle being
driven at lower engine speeds and the
wheels being less likely to spin
Drive programSis characterized by the
following:
Rsporty engine and transmission settings
Rthe automatic transmission shifting up
later
Rthe fuel consumption possibly being higher
as a result of the later automatic
transmission shift points
Manual drive program M
General notes
In this drive program, you can briefly change
gear yourself by using the steering wheel
paddle shifters. The transmission must be in
positionD.
All vehicles (except AMG vehicles and
vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package):you can activate
manual drive programMusing the steering
wheel paddle shifters.
AMG vehicles:you can activate manual drive
programMin automatic drive programsCand
S.
Vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package:if manual drive
programMis deactivated using the program
selector button, you can activate manual
drive programMusing the steering wheel
paddle shifters.
iAs well as temporary drive programM,
you can also activate permanent drive
programM(Ypage 177).
Further information about permanent drive
programM(Ypage 179).
Activating
XShift the transmission to positionD.
XPull the left or right steering wheel paddle
shifter (Ypage 177).
Manual drive programMis temporarily
activated. The selected gear andMappear
in the multifunction display.
Shifting gears
If you pull on the left or right steering wheel
paddle shifter, the automatic transmission
switches to manual drive programMfor a
limited amount of time. Depending on which
paddle shifter is pulled, the automatic
transmission immediately shifts into the next
gear down or up, if permitted.
XTo shift up:pull the right-hand steering
wheel paddle shifter (Ypage 177).
The automatic transmission shifts up to the
next gear.
iIf the maximum engine speed on the
currently engaged gear is reached and you
continue to accelerate, the automatic
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transmission automatically shifts up in
order to prevent engine damage.
XTo shift down:pull on the left-hand
steering wheel paddle shifter
(Ypage 177).
The automatic transmission shifts down to
the next gear.
iIf the engine exceeds the maximum
engine speed when shifting down, the
automatic transmission protects against
engine damage by not shifting down.
iAutomatic down shifting occurs when
coasting.
Shift recommendation
The gearshift recommendations assist you in
adopting an economical driving style. The
recommended gear is shown in the
multifunction display.
XShift to recommended gearDaccording
to gearshift recommendationCwhen
shown in the multifunction display of the
instrument cluster.
Deactivating
If you have activated manual drive program
M, it will remain active for a certain amount
of time. Under certain conditions the
minimum amount of time is extended, e.g. in
the case of lateral acceleration, during an
overrun phase or when driving on steep
terrain.
If manual drive programMhas been
deactivated, the automatic transmission
shifts into the automatic drive program that
was last selected.
You can also deactivate manual drive
programMyourself:
XPull on the right-hand steering wheel
paddle shifter and hold it in place
(Ypage 177).
or
XUse the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the
transmission position.
or
XAMG vehicles:use the program selector
button to change the drive program
(Ypage 177).
Manual drive programMis deactivated.
The automatic transmission switches into
the automatic drive program that was last
selected, i.e.EorS.
or
XVehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package:use the selector
wheel to switch to the on-road program
(Ypage 253) or the off-road program
(Ypage 258).
Manual drive program
General information
In this drive program, you can permanently
change gear yourself by using the steering
wheel paddle shifters. The transmission must
be in positionD.
iAs well as this permanent drive program
M, you can also activate temporary drive
programM(Ypage 178).
Switching on the manual drive program
In manual drive programM, you can change
gear using the steering wheel paddle shifters
if the transmission is in positionD. You can
see the currently selected drive program and
which gear is engaged in the multifunction
display.
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XAMG vehicles:press the program selector
button (Ypage 177) untilMappears in the
multifunction display.
XVehicles with the ON&OFFROAD
package:press the program selector
button (Ypage 177).
The letterMappears in the multifunction
display.
Shifting up (all vehicles except AMG
vehicles)
XIf corresponding gearshift
recommendationCappears in the
multifunction display on the instrument
cluster, pull on the right-hand steering
wheel paddle shifter (Ypage 177).
The automatic transmission shifts to
recommended gearD.
Shifting up (AMG vehicles)
!In manual drive programM, the automatic
transmission does not shift up
automatically even when the engine
limiting speed for the current gear is
reached. When the engine limiting speed is
reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent
the engine from overrevving. Always make
sure that the engine speed does not reach
the red area of the tachometer. There is
otherwise a risk of engine damage.
CGear indicator
DUpshift indicator
Before the engine speed reaches the red area,
an upshift indicator will be shown in the
multifunction display.
XIf the color in the speedometer
multifunction display changes to red and
theUPUPdisplay message is shown, shift up
a gear.
Downshifting
XPull the left-hand steering wheel paddle
shifter (Ypage 177).
The automatic transmission shifts down to
the next gear.
Maximum acceleration
XPull the left-hand steering wheel paddle
shifter until the transmission selects the
optimum gear according to the speed.
iIf you slow down or stop without shifting
down, the automatic transmission
automatically shifts down.
Kickdown
You can also use kickdown for maximum
acceleration in manual drive programM.
XDepress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
The automatic transmission shifts to a
lower gear depending on the engine speed.
XShift back up once the desired speed is
reached.
iAll vehicles (except AMG vehicles):if
you apply full throttle, the automatic
transmission shifts up to the next gear
when the maximum engine speed is
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reached. This prevents the engine from
overrevving.
iAMG vehicles:it is not possible to use
kickdown in manual drive programM.
Switching off the manual drive program
XVehicles with the ON&OFFROAD
package:press the program selector
button (Ypage 177).
TheMmessage in the multifunction display
goes out.
XAMG vehicles:press the program selector
button (Ypage 177) repeatedly untilCor
Sappears in the multifunction display.
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If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
RWash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
RIf fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance
without delay.
RIf fuel is swallowed, seek medical
assistance without delay. Do not induce
vomiting.
RImmediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
GWARNING
Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and
ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and
explosion.
Always touch the vehicle body before opening
the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump
nozzle. Any existing electrostatic buildup is
thereby discharged.
GWARNING
Vehicles with a diesel engine:
If you mix diesel fuel with gasoline, the flash
point is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.
When the engine is running, exhaust system
components could overheat without being
noticed. There is a risk of fire.
Never refuel with gasoline. Never mix gasoline
with diesel fuel.
!Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with
a diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel
vehicles with a gasoline engine. Do not
switch on the ignition if you accidentally
refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the
fuel will enter the fuel system. Even small
amounts of the wrong fuel could result in
damage to the fuel system and the engine.
The repair costs are high. Notify a qualified
specialist workshop and have the fuel tank
and fuel lines drained completely.
!Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Do not switch on the
ignition if you accidentally refuel with the
wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter
the fuel system. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel could result in damage to the
fuel system and the engine. Notify a
qualified specialist workshop and have the
fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely.
!Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
!Take care not to spill any fuel on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
!Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.
Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection
system could be blocked by particles from
the fuel can.
Do not get into the vehicle again during the
refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic
charge could build up again.
If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel could spray
out when the fuel pump nozzle is removed.
For further information on fuel and fuel quality
(Ypage 446).
You will find further information on fuel and
fuel quality in the printed Operator's Manual
under "Technical data".
Refueling
General information
Pay attention to the important safety notes
(Ypage 182).
The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked
automatically when you open or close the
vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-
GO.
The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed

DEF (BlueTEC vehicles only)
Important notes on use
To function properly, BlueTEC exhaust gas
aftertreatment must be operated with the
reducing agent DEF. Adding DEF is one of the
tasks performed during maintenance. Under
normal operating conditions, a tank of DEF
lasts until the next service due date.
When the supply of DEF is almost used up,
theCheck Additive See Operator'sCheck Additive See Operator's
ManualManualmessage is shown in the
multifunction display.
If you drive the vehicle faster than 10 mph
(16 km/h), theCheck Additive SeeCheck Additive See
Operator'sOperator'sManualManualmessage goes out after
approximately one minute.
When the supply of DEF is down to a reserve
of approximately 1 gal (3.8 l) theRefillRefill
AdBlue/DEF See Operator's ManualAdBlue/DEF See Operator's Manual
message is shown in the multifunction
display.
When the DEF supply drops to a minimum, the
Remaining Starts: 16Remaining Starts: 16message is shown
in the multifunction display.
If theRefill AdBlue/DEF No Start inRefill AdBlue/DEF No Start in
XXXX kmXXXX kmmessage is shown in the
multifunction display, you can still drive the
vehicle over the distance shown. If DEF is not
refilled, you will subsequently beunable to
start the engine. If theRefill AdBlue/Refill AdBlue/
DEF Eng. Start Not PossDEF Eng. Start Not Possmessage
appears in the multifunction display and the
engine does not start, you must add DEF.
XAdd at least 1 gal(3.8l) of DEF.
XSwitch on the ignition for at least 60
seconds.
XStart the engine.
iHave the DEF tank refilled at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Use the special DEF refill bottle when adding
DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with
any questions or, if necessary, contact
Roadside Assistance (Ypage 25).
If the outside temperature is below 12 ‡
(