2014 MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class air suspension

Doors
Automati clocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 276
Automatic locking (switch) .............. .88
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ...................................... .80
Control panel ................................... 40
Display message ............................ 313
Emergency locking ........................... 88
Emergency unlocking .......................88
Important safety notes ....................86
Opening (from inside) ......................87
Overview .......................................... 86
Power closing feature ......................88
Downhill Spee dRegulation
see DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Drinking and driving .........................182
Drinks holder see Cuph older
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 170
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ......165
Manual .......................................... .170
Manual (AMG vehicles) ..................171
Manual (vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package) ................171
Off-road program (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package) ..........248
SETUP (on-board computer) ..........279
see On-road programs
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service .................370
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 120
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angl e............ 190
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......67
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 74
Adaptive Brake Assist ......................70
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............67
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .............................................. .68COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
....69
Distance warning function ...............69
Electronic brake force distribution ...74
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) .71
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 71
Important safety information ...........66
Overview .......................................... 66
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................ .74
STEER CONTROL ............................. 76
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 225
Active Blind Spot Assist .................237
Active Curve System ......................208
Active Driving Assistance package 237
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............241
Active Parking Assist .....................216
ADS ............................................... 207
AIRMATIC package ........................207
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 211
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................229
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 233
Cruise control ................................ 191
Display message ............................ 301
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 194
HOLD function ............................... 206
Lane Keeping Assist ......................235
Level control (vehicles with
AIRMATIC package) .......................209
Level control (vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package) ................202
On-road programs .......................... 243
PARKTRONI C................................. 213
Rea rview camera .......................... 220
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................168
Brakes ........................................... 184
Break-in period .............................. 156
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 201
Downhill gradient ........................... 184
Drinking and driving .......................182
Driving abroad ............................... 120
Driving in winter ............................ .187
Driving on flooded road s................ 186
Driving on sand .............................. 190
Driving on wet road s...................... 186
Driving over obstacles ...................190 Index
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Checkin
gthe battery ....................... 83
Convenience closing feature ............96
Convenience opening feature ..........95
Display message ............................ 314
Door central locking/unlocking .......80
Important safety notes ....................80
Loss ................................................. 85
Mechanical key ................................ 82
Overview .......................................... 80
Positions (ignition lock) .................157
Problem (malfunction) .....................85
Starting the engine ........................159
Snow chains
Information .................................... 401
Snow drive program ....................... 245
Sockets
Center console .............................. 347
General notes ................................ 347
Luggage compartment ...................348
Rea rcompartmen t......................... 348
Specialist workshop ............................ 28
Special seat bel tretractor .................. 63
Speed ,controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 267
In the Instrument cluster .........33, 263
Segments ...................................... 264
Selecting the unit of measurement 274
see Instrument cluster
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) Display message ............................ 291
Introduction ..................................... 43
Warning lamp ................................. 324
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 131
Display message ............................ 297
Switching on/off ........................... 123
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 159
STEE RCONTROL .................................. 76
Steering (display message) ..............314Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically). ..................112
Adjusting (manually). .....................111
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 264
Cleaning ......................................... 376
Important safety notes ..................111
Paddle shifters ............................... 169
Steering wheel heating ..................112
Storing settings (memory function) 117
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ...................113
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........169
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 279
Stowage areas ................................... 332
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 334
Center console .............................. 334
Cuph olders ................................... 343
Eyeglasses compartment ...............334
Glove box ...................................... .333
Important safety information .........333
Stowage net ................................... 335
Stowage net ....................................... 335
Stowage space Center console (rear) .....................334
Summer tires ..................................... 400
Sun visor ............................................ 345
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 275
Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 212
SETUP (on-board computer) ..........279
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) .......................26
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 151
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............76 T
Tachometer ........................................ 264
Tailgate Display message ............................ 313
Emergency unlocking .......................93
Important safety notes ....................8918
Index

When parking, position your vehicle so that
it does not make contact with the curb as
the vehicle is lowered. Your vehicle could
otherwise be damaged.
Vehicle level Level control adapts the vehicle level
automatically to the curren toperating and
driving situation .Level control ensures the
best possible suspension and constant
ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.
This improves driving safety and fuel
consumption.
The AIRMATIC package and ACTIVE CURVE
SYSTEM are always components of AMG
adaptive suspension system (Y page 207).
Due to the sportier suspension settings
compared to standard vehicles, the levels and
speed thresholds for sinking and raising the
vehicle are different.
In Comfort and Sport driving modes, after
locking the vehicle it lowers to the Sport+
level. When locking the vehicle at the raised
level, the vehicle does not lower.
The settings will remain stored after you
switch off the engine. When starting the
engine, the selected setting, e.g. AMG
adaptive suspension system Comfort, is
restored.
i The vehicle level may change visibly if you
park the vehicle and the outside
temperature changes. If the temperature
drops, the vehicle level lowers; with an
increase in temperature, the vehicle level
rises.
Suspension tuning General notes
The electronically controlled damping system
works continuously. This improves driving
safety and ride comfort. The damping is tuned individually to each
wheel and depends on:
R
your driving style
R the road surface conditions
R your individual selection of Sport, Sport +
or Comfort
Your selection remains stored even if you
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Sport mode The firmer suspension tunin
ginSport mode
ensures even better contact with the road.
Select this mode when employing a sporty
driving style, e.g. on winding country roads.
X Press button 0002once.
Indicator lamp 0003lights up. You have
selected Sport mode.
The AMG Ride Control SPORT message
appears in the multifunction display.
Sport + mode
The very firm setting of the suspension tuning
in Sport +mode ensures the best possible
contact with the road. Select this mode
preferably when driving on race circuits.
If indicator lamps 0023and 0003are off:
X Press button 0002twice.
Indicator lamps 0023and 0003light up. You
have selected Sport +mode. The vehicle is
lowered by 10 mm.
The AMG Ride Control SPORT + message
appears in the multifunction display. 212
Driving systemsDriving and parking

If indicator lamp
0003lights up:
X Press button 0002once.
Second indicator lamp 0023lights up. You
have selected Sport +mode. The vehicle is
lowered by 10 mm.
The AMG Ride Control SPORT + message
appears in the multifunction display.
Comfort mode
In comfort mode, the driving characteristics
of your vehicle are more comfortable. Select
this mode if you prefer a comfortable driving
style. Select comfor tmode also when driving
fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight
stretches of freeway.
X Press button 0002repeatedly until indicator
lamps 0023and 0003go out.
You have selected Comfort mode. The
vehicle is raised by 10 mm compared with
Sport +suspension tuning.
The AMG Ride Control COMFORT message appears in the multifunction
display. PARKTRONIC
Important safety notes PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with
ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and
audibly the distance between your vehicle
and an object.
PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a
replacement for your attention to your
immediate surroundings. You are always
responsible for safe maneuvering, parking
and exiting a parking space. When
maneuvering, parking or pulling out of a
parking space, make sure that there are no
persons, animals or objects in the area in
which you are maneuvering.
! When parking, pay particular attention to
objects above or below the sensors, such
as flower pots or trailer drawbars.
PARKTRONIC does no tdetec tsuch objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of
the vehicle. You could damag
ethe vehicle
or the objects.
The sensors may not detect snow and other
objects that absorb ultrasonic waves.
Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic
car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a
truck or a pneumatic drill could cause
PARKTRONIC to malfunction.
PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on
uneven terrain.
PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when
you:
R switch on the ignition
R shift the transmission to position D,Ror N
R release the electric parking brake
PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above
11 mph (18km/h). It is reactivated at lower
speeds.
PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your
vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper
and four sensors in the rear bumper. 0002
Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand
side (example) Driving systems
213Driving and parking 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 28).Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used,
the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is arisk of an
accident.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R model
When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R manufacturer
R model G
WARNING
Af lat tire severely impairs the driving,
steering and braking characteristics of the
vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
R do not drive with aflat tire.
R immediately replace the flat tire with your
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Tires with run-flat characteristics:
R
pay attention to the information and
warning notices on MOExtended tires (tires
with run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Ben zorthat are not
being used correctly can impair operating
safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist
workshop and inquire about:
R suitability
R legal stipulations
R factory recommendations
Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels and tires for your vehicle can be found
in the "Wheel/tire combinations" section
(Y page 426).
Information on air pressure for the tires on
your vehicle can be found:
R on the vehicle's Tire and Loading
Information placard on the B-pillar
(Y page 409)
R on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
flap (Y page 174)
R in the "Tire pressure" section Operation
Information on driving
If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check the tire
pressures and correct them if necessary.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteristics,
e.g. pulling to one side. This may indicate that
the wheels or tires are damaged. If you
suspect that a tire is defective, reduce your
speed immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon
as possible to check the wheels and tires for
damage. Hidden tire damage could also be
causing the unusual handling characteristics.
If you find no signs of damage, have the tires 398
OperationWheels and tires

Traction
Traction is the result of friction between the
tires and the road surface.
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating)
The TWR specifies the maximu mpermissible
weight that the ball coupling of the trailer tow
hitch can support.
Treadwear indicators
Narrow bars (tread wear bars) that are
distributed over the tire tread. If the tire tread
is level with the bars, the wear limit of 0008in
(1.6 mm) has been reached.
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions.
Total load limit
Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lb) multiplied by the
number of seats in the vehicle. Changing
awheel Flat tire
You can find information on wha tto do in the
event of a flat tire in the "Breakdown
assistance" section (Y page 381).
Information on driving with MOExtended tires
in the event of a flat tire can be found under
"MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat
characteristics" (Y page 382).
The "Breakdown assistance" section
(Y page 381) contains information and notes
on how to deal with a flat tire. Information on
driving with MOExtended tires in the event of
a flat tire can be found under "MOExtended
tires (tires with run-flat characteristics"
(Y page 382).
Vehicles with an emergency spare
wheel: in the event of a flat tire, mount the
emergency spare wheel according to the
description under "Mounting a wheel"
(Y page 422). Rotating the wheels
G
WARNING
Interchanging the front and rear wheels may
severely impair the driving characteristics if
the wheels or tires have different dimensions.
The wheel brakes or suspension components
may also be damaged. There is a risk of
accident.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels
and tires are of the same dimensions.
! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are
located in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be used
near the valve. This could damage the
electronic components.
Only have tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Always observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Mounting awheel" section
(Y page 422).
The wear patterns on the front and rear tires
differ, depending on the operating conditions.
Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern
has formed on the tires. Front tires typically
wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires
in the center.
If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you
can rotate the wheels according to the
intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty
book in your vehicle documents. If no
warranty book is available, the tires should be
rotated every 3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to
10,000 km), or earlier if tire wear requires. Do
not change the direction of wheel rotation.
Clean the contac tsurface softhe wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is rotated. Check the tire pressure and, if
necessary, restart the tire pressure loss
warning system or the tire pressure monitor. Changing
awheel
421Wheels and tires Z

Tires
ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC Summer tires
R 18
Tires Allo
ywheels BA: 255/55 R 18 105 V BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.21 in (56 mm)
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 225/50 R 19 103 W
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
BA: 255/50 R 19 103 W
3 BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.21 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R 19 103 W
3, 4 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/45 R 20 104 Y
3, 4 BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
R 21
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/40 R 21 105 Y XL
4, 5, 6 BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2
Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm)
3
Also available as MOExtended tires.
4 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
5 Observe the notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in the "Wheel/tire combination" section.
6 Only for vehicles with air suspension. Wheel and tire combinations
429Wheels and tires Z

Always have work on the climate control
system carried ou
tataqualified specialist
workshop.
Refrigerant instruction label Example: refrigerant instruction label
0002
Warning symbol
0003 Refrigeran tfilling capacity
0023 Applicable SA Estandards
0022 PAG oil part number
0020 Type of refrigerant
Warning symbols 0002indicate:
R possible dangers
R having service work carried out at a
qualified specialis tworkshop
Filling capacities Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
ML 350 Capacity
Refrigerant
1050 ± 10 g (37.0 ±
0.4 oz) PAG oil
All other models Capacity
Refrigerant
PAG oil Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
R the heights specified may vary as a result
of:
-tires
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
R optional equipment reduces the maximum
payload.
Observe the information relating to level
control:
R AIRMATIC package (Y page 209)
R ON&OFFROAD package (Y page 202) Dimensions and weights452
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