2015 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class transmission

1, 2, 3 ...
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Function/notes ................................ 63
12 V socket ........................................ 257
115 V socket ...................................... 257 A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 213
Function/notes ................................ 62
Important safety notes .................... 62
Warning lamp .................................2 37
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 52
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 65
Adaptive brake lights .......................... 63
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 341
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 49
Display message ............................ 218
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 48
Important safety notes .................... 47
Introduction ..................................... 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp .......................................... .42
Window curtain air bag .................... 49
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 128
Rear ............................................... 129
Setting ...........................................1 28
Setting the center air vents ........... 128
Setting the side air vents .............. .128
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
All-wheel drive
Transfer case ................................. 186
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 209
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle .............. 161Ashtray
............................................... 255
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .205
ASSYST service interval display
Service messages .......................... 279
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 66
Function .......................................... .66
Switching off the alarm .................... 66
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 221
see Lights
Automatic car wash .......................... 281
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 137
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 136
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 100
Automatic transmission
Automatic drive program ............... 144
Display message ............................ 232
Drive position (ECO start/stop
function) ........................................ 141
Driving tip s.................................... 143
Emergency running mod e.............. 147
Engaging drive position .................. 141
Engaging neutral ............................ 141
Engaging reverse gear ................... 140
Engaging the park position ............ 140
Important safety notes .................. 139
Kickdown ....................................... 143
Manual drive program .................... 145
Neutral (ECO start/stop func-
tion) ............................................... 141
Overview ........................................ 139
Problem (malfunction) ................... 147
Program selector button ................ 143
Pulling away ................................... 134
Selector lever ................................ 139
Shift ranges ................................... 145
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 144
Trailer towing ................................. 143
Transmission position display ........ 140
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 1474
Index

Manual ...........................................1
45
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 210
Driving abroad
Symmetrical low bea m.................... 98
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 161
Driving downhill ............................. 162
Gradient-climbing capability
(maximum) ..................................... 161
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads .................. 156
Driving safety systems
4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ................................................. 63
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 62
ADAPTIVE BRAK E............................. 65
Adaptive brake lights ....................... 63
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 62
Electronic brake force distribu-
tion .................................................. 65
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 63
Important safety information ........... 61
Overview .......................................... 61
Driving systems
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 178
Cruise control ................................ 162
Display message ............................ 225
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 169
HOLD function ............................... 180
PARKTRONIC ................................. 182
Rear view camera .......................... 185
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 166
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 166
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 143
Brakes ........................................... 153
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 176
Downhill gradient ........................... 153
Driving abroad ................................. 98
Driving in winter ............................. 157
Driving on flooded roads ................ 156
Driving on sand .............................. 160
Driving over obstacles ................... 160
General .......................................... 152 Gravel roads .................................. 160
Hydroplaning ................................. 156
Icy road surfaces ........................... 157
Off-road driving .............................. 158
Off-road fording ............................. 156
Snow chains .................................. 309
Symmetrical low beam .................... 98
Tire ruts ......................................... 160
Towing a trailer .............................. 191
Traveling uphill ............................... 161
Wet road surface ........................... 154
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 203
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 203 E
EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating ................. 208
Function/note s................................ 92
EASY-EXIT feature
Function/note s................................ 92
Switching on/of f........................... 208
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message ............................ 215
Function/note s................................ 65
ECO start/stop function
General information ....................... 135
Electrical fuses
Fuse box in the cargo compart-
ment .............................................. 303
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 52
Emergency call
see mbrace
Emergency locking
Vehicle ............................................. 75
Emergency release
Vehicle ............................................. 75
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 49 8
Index

Dashboard ....................................
.302
Front-passenger footwell .............. .302
Transmission tunnel ....................... 302
Fuse extractor ................................... 301
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................ .301
Before changing ............................ .301
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 302
Fuse allocation chart ..................... 301
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 302
Fuse box in the transmission tun-
nel ................................................. 302
Important safety notes .................. 301
In the battery case ......................... 303 G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory ..................... 270
General notes ................................ 266
Important safety notes .................. 267
Opening/closing the garage door .. 270
Programming the remote control ... 267
Gasoline ............................................. 338
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .209
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 286
Genuine parts ...................................... 20
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ......................286
Glove box .......................................... .249
Gradient-climbing capability (max-
imum) ................................................. 161
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defini-
tion) .................................................... 325 H
Hazard warning lamps ......................104
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 86
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 87
Installing/removing (rear) ................ 88
Luxury .............................................. 87
Resetting (front) ............................... 87
see NECK-PRO head restraints see NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 278
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Cleaning system (function) ............ 103
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 343
Fogging up ..................................... 105
Protective grille .............................. 112
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 219
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Hill start assist .................................. 135
HOLD function
Function/notes ............................ .180
Hood
Closing .......................................... .275
Display message ............................ 233
Important safety notes .................. 274
Opening ......................................... 275
Horn ...................................................... 30
Hydroplaning ..................................... 156 I
Immobilizer .......................................... 65
Instrument cluster
Overview ........................................ 197
Warning and indicator lamps ......... 234
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 197
Interior lighting
Automatic control .......................... 106
Cargo compartment lamp .............. 107
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 208
Manual control ............................... 106
Overview ........................................ 105
Reading lamp ................................. 105
Rear interior lighting ..................... .108 J
Jack Pump lever ..................................... 329
Storage location ............................ 290
Using ............................................. 328 10
Index

Settings menu ............................... 206
Standard display ............................ 200
Telephone menu ............................ 204
Trip menu ...................................... 200
Vehicle submenu ........................... 208
Video DVD operation ..................... 203
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Important safety notes .................... 23
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ........... 198
Overhead control panel ...................... 36
Override feature
Rear side window s........................... 60 P
Paint code number ............................ 336
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 282
Panic alarm .......................................... 40
Parcel net ........................................... 250
Parking
Engaging park position .................. 140
Important safety notes .................. 150
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 94
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Applying ......................................... 151
Display message ............................ 215
Warning lamp ................................. 242
Parking lamps
Switching on/of f........................... 102
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 184
Driving system ............................... 182
Function/note s............................. 182
Important safety notes .................. 182
Problem (malfunction) ................... 185
Range of the sensors ..................... 182
Trailer towing ................................. 184
Warning display ............................. 183
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 42 Problems (malfunctions) .................. 59
Pedals ................................................. 153
Permanent all-wheel drive
Off-road system ............................. 181
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 61
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 286
Power supply (trailer) ....................... 193
Power washers .................................. 282
Program selector button .................. 143
Programming
SmartKey ......................................... 69
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 134 Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 24 R
RACETIMER Deleting all laps ............................. 211
Displaying and starting .................. 210
Displaying the intermediate time ... 210
Resetting the current lap ............... 211
Starting a new lap .......................... 210
Stopping ........................................ 210
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 210
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 203
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Reading lamp ..................................... 105
Rear bench seat
Folding forward .............................. 252
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 129
Rear door
Closing ............................................. 77
Display message ............................ 233
Important safety notes .................... 76
Opening ........................................... 77
Opening/closing .............................. 76
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 220 Index
13

Trailer
7-pin connector ............................. 193
Power supply ................................. 193
Trailer coupling (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 285
Trailer loads
Technical data ............................... 347
Trailer tow hitch
Ball position ................................... 347
Trailer towing
ESP® .............................................. .65
PARKTRONIC ................................. 184
Transfer case
General notes ................................ 186
Shift range .....................................1 86
Shifting .......................................... 186
Shifting (general notes) .................. 187
Shifting (important safety notes) ... 186
Shifting to neutra l.......................... 188
Switching off the off-road gear
ratio ............................................... 187
Switching on the off-road gear
ratio ............................................... 187
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission positions .................... 142
Transporting the vehicle .................. 300
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 162
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 200
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 200
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 201
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 111
Display message ............................ 219
Switching on/of f........................... 103
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) (defi-
nition) ................................................. 327
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 75 From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 74 V
Vanity mirror Sun visor ........................................ 255
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
Function/note s............................. 166
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 25
Data acquisition ............................... 26
Display message ............................ 232
Emergency locking ........................... 75
Emergency unlocking ....................... 75
Equipment ....................................... 21
Individual settings .......................... 206
Limited Warranty ............................. 25
Loading .......................................... 316
Locking (SmartKey ).......................... 68
Lowering ........................................ 330
Maintenance .................................... 22
Parking for a long period ................ 152
Pulling away ................................... 134
Raising ........................................... 328
Reporting problems ......................... 25
Securing from rolling away ............ 328
Tow-starting ................................... 298
Towing away .................................. 298
Transporting .................................. 300
Unlocking (SmartKey )...................... 68
Vehicle data ................................... 344
Vehicle data ....................................... 344
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 346
Fording depth ................................ 345
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 346
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 344
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 336
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 290
Ventilation
Setting the airflow ......................... 124
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 203
VIN ...................................................... 336 18
Index

Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion. Environmental concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to regen-
erate or re-use them. Observe the relevant
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. In this way you will
help to protect the environment. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed inthe following areas of your vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint sys-
tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop. 20
Introduction

Center console, lower section
Function Page
F
Stowage compartment/
ashtray
255
G
Automatic transmission
selector lever 139
H
Selects park position 140
I
+
Selects/deselects
LOW RANGE off-road gear 186
J
Stowage compartment ~
K
Opens/closes the stowage
compartment 249
L
Cigarette lighter 256 Function Page
M
Audio controller, see the
separate operating instruc-
tions
COMAND controller ~
N
Switches the windshield
heating on/off
126
O
Û
Selects the drive pro-
gram 143
Ñ
Selects the drive pro-
gram (AMG vehicles) P
Parking brake 151Center console
35At a glance

appropriate to the age, weight and size of
the child
R be sure to observe the instructions and
safety notes in this section in addition to
the child restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions G
WARNING
If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example:
R release the parking brake.
R shift the automatic transmission out of the
parking position P.
R start the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip-
ment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle. G
WARNING
If the child restraint system is subjected to
direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil-
dren may burn themselves on these parts,
particularly on the metal parts of the child
restraint system. There is a risk of injury.
If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with
you, always ensure that the child restraint
system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to direct
sunlight, let it cool down before securing the
child in it. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sit- ting properly. Particular attention must be
paid to children.
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 43) and the notes on correct use of
seat belts (Y page 44).
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
41 lbs (18 kg) or until they reach a height
where a lap/shoulder belt can be fastened
properly without a booster seat. Special seat belt retractor
G
WARNING
If the seat belt is released while driving, the
child restraint system will no longer be
secured properly. The special seat belt retrac- tor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a
portion of the seat belt. The seat belt cannot
be immediately refastened. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten-
tion to road and traffic conditions. Reactivate
the special seat belt retractor and secure the
child restraint system properly.
All seat belts in the vehicle, except the driv-
er's seat belt, are equipped with a special seat belt retractor. When activated, the special
seat belt retractor ensures that the seat belt
cannot slacken once the child seat is secured.
Installing a child restraint system:
X Make sure you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instruc- tions.
X Pull the seat belt smoothly out of the belt
sash guide.
X Engage seat belt tongue in belt buckle. Children in the vehicle
53Safety Z