2015 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS SUV change wheel

positionNappears in the multifunction dis-
play.
R
TC Shift Canceled
The transfer case has not performed the
gear change process.
X Carry out the gear change process again.
Make sure to meet all conditions for chang-
ing gears.
R
TC Malfunction Visit Workshop
There is a malfunction in the transfer case.
X Do not shift the transfer case.
X Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos-
sible at a qualified specialist workshop.
Shifting to neutral
GWARNING
When the transfer case is in the neutral posi-
tion, power transmission to the driven wheels
is interrupted. As a result, the vehicle could
roll away. There is a risk of an accident.
Secure the vehicle with the parking brake, and on uphill or downhill gradients, also secure it
with a device such as a wheel chock.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 103).
X Apply the parking brake.
X Depress the brake pedal.
X Move the selector lever to position N
( Y page 106).
X Press and hold LOW RANGE button ;for
approximately ten seconds.
When the shift procedure is complete, the
TC neutral onmessage appears in the
multifunction display for five seconds.
If the gear change is not completed, the fol-
lowing messages could appear in the display( Y page 148).
iIf the transfer case is in neutral, the
SmartKey is in the ignition lock and you
open the driver's door, the
TCInNeutral
message appears in the multifunction dis-
play. If you then release the parking brake, a warning tone will sound.
Differential locks
General notes
GWARNING
When the differential locks are engaged, ABS, 4ETS, ESP ®
and BAS are deactivated. As a
result, the wheels could lock when braking
and the braking distance is increased. There is
a risk of an accident.
Disengage the differential locks immediately
on firm surfaces with good grip.
!In order to avoid damage to the transfer
case, you must operate the vehicle on a
dynamometer (1-axle dynamometer) onlyif:
R the axle not driven on is jacked up or
R the corresponding propeller shaft is dis-
connected and the transfer case differ-
ential lock is engaged.
Otherwise, the transfer case can be dam-aged.
Differential locks improve the traction of the vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with a differential
lock each for: R the transfer case: this controls the balance
between the front and rear axles.
R the rear axle: this controls the balance
between the wheels on the rear axle.
R the front axle: this controls the balance
between the wheels on the front axle.
Information on differential gear system
and differential lock
When the vehicle drives around a curve, the
wheels on the outside of the curve must cover
a greater distance. Therefore, the wheels turn more rapidly than on the inside. The differen-
tial, a gear system in the drive train, allows for
differing rotational speeds and facilitates cor- nering.
134Off-road driving systems
Driving and parking

Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
TC shift condiZ
tionsnotfulfilled
Apply the brake/
parking brake
The parking brake has not been applied and the brake pedal has
not been depressed. The transfer case has canceled the gear
change process and is inNeutral. There is no connection between
the engine and the drive wheels.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake.
X Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N.
X Make sure all conditions for changing gears are met(Y page 132).
X Repeat the gearshift process.
TC malfunction
Consult workshop
aboutapplyingthe
parking brake
There is a malfunction in the transfer case.
X Do not shift the transfer case.
X When parking, secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 110).
X Have the vehicle checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
TC shift canceled
Reactivate
The transfer case has not performed the gear change process. XRepeat the gearshift process.
X Make sure all conditions for changing gears are met (Y page 132).
TC shift condiZ
tionsnotfulfilled
Max. speed 25 mph
You have exceeded the maximum speed for the gearshift process.
X Drive more slowly.
X Repeat the gearshift process.
TC shift condiZ
tionsnotfulfilled
SelectNEUTRALgear
You have not met one or more shift conditions.
X Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N.
X Repeat the gearshift process.
TC shift condiZ
tionsnotfulfilled
Max. speed 40 mph
You have exceeded the maximum speed for the gearshift process.
X Drive more slowly.
X Repeat the gearshift process.
LOW RANGE
ON
The transfer case is in the LOW RANGEoff-road position.
HIGH RANGE
ON
The transfer case is in the HIGH RANGEon-road position.
156Displaymessages
On-board computer and displays

Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment 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.
iRead the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: ( Ypage 28).
Loading guidelines
GWARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
GWARNING
If you distribute the load unevenly in the vehi- cle, the handling as well as the steering and
braking characteristics are severely affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
Distribute the load evenly in the vehicle.
Secure the load to prevent it from slipping.
GWARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn
yourself. There is a risk of injury.
Always be particularly careful around the
exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow
these components to cool down before touch-
ing them.
GWARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tail-
gate/rear door is open when the engine is
running, particularly if the vehicle is moving,
exhaust fumes could enter the passenger
compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the tail-
gate/rear door. Never drive off with the tail-
gate/rear door open.
Driving, braking and steering characteristics
change depending on:
R type of load
R weight
R the center of gravity of the load
You should therefore load your vehicle as
shown in the illustrations.
The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle
weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare
wheel, accessories installed, vehicle occu-
pants and luggage/load.
Do not exceed the load limit or permitted
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) for your
vehicle. The gross load limit and the GVWR
are specified on the vehicle identification
plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door( Y page 258).
The load must also be distributed so that the weight on each axle never exceeds the grossaxle weight rating (GAWR) for the front and
rear axles. The specifications for GVWR and
GAWR are on the vehicle identification plate
on the B-pillar of the driver's door( Y page 258).
192Loading guidelines
Stowage and features

Do not tamper with or repair cargo tie-down
points, cargo tie-down rings or tie downs.
Have maintenance work as well as modifica-
tions, installations and conversions carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop(Y page 28).
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
R Secure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
R Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
R Do not route tie-downs across sharp edges
or corners.
R Pad sharp edges for protection.
R Only use tie downs that have been checked
in accordance with applicable standards,
e.g. lashing nets or lashing straps.
R Fill the spaces between the load and the
cargo compartment walls and the wheel
housing in a form-locking way. Only use
dimensionally stable transportation aids
for this, such as chocks, wooden fixings or
padding.
Cargo tie-down rings in the cargo com-
partment
There are four cargo tie-down rings :in the
cargo compartment mounted at the sides.
Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes
GWARNING
On its own, the cargo compartment cover
cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,
items of luggage and heavy loads. You could
be hit by an unsecured load during sudden
changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident. There is an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using tie downs, even if you are using the
cargo compartment cover.
!When loading the vehicle, make sure that
you do not stack the load in the cargo com-
partment higher than the lower edge of the side windows. Do not place heavy objects
on top of the cargo compartment cover.
The cargo compartment cover is located
behind the rear bench seat backrest.
Opening and closing the cargo compart-
ment cover
X To open: pull cargo compartment cover :
back and clip it into the retainers on the left and right of the rear door.
X To close: unclip cargo compartment
cover :and guide it forwards until it is
completely rolled up.
196Sto wage areas
Stowage an d features

Roadside Assistance button
XOpen the stowage compartment under the
armrest ( Ypage 193).
X Press Roadside Assistance button :for
more than two seconds.
A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assis-
tance Representative is initiated. Indicator
lamp ;in Roadside Assistance button :
flashes while the call is active. The
ConZ
necting Callmessage appears in the
multifunction display and COMAND is
muted.
If a connection can be made, the
Call ConZ
nectedmessage appears in the multifunction
display.
If a mobile phone network is available and
there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace
system transmits data to the Response Cen-
ter, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
R vehicle model
R vehicle color
iThe COMAND display shows that an
mbrace call is active. You can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI but-
ton on COMAND during the call. Voice out- put is not available.
A voice connection is established between
the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Representative and the vehicle occupants. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Representative either sends a qualified
Mercedes-Benz technician or makes arrange-
ments for your vehicle to be transported to
the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter. You may be charged for services such as
repair work and/or towing. Further details
are available in your mbrace manual.
X Describe the type of assistance needed.
iIf the indicator lamp in Roadside Assis-
tance button :is flashing continuously
and no voice connection with the Response center has been established, then the
mbrace system has not been able to initiate
a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the rele-
vant mobile phone network is not availa-
ble). The
CallFailedmessage appears in
the multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the~button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
X Press the corresponding COMAND button
to end a phone call.
iSign and drive services 2
: you are not
charged for services such as jump-starting,
providing a few gallons of fuel for a fuel tank that has been run dry or changing a faulty
tire with the vehicle's own spare wheel.
MB Info call button
2 USA only.
200Features
Stowage and features

XOpen the stowage compartment under the
armrest ( Ypage 193).
X Press Roadside Assistance button :for
more than two seconds.
A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assis-
tance Representative is initiated. Indicatorlamp ;in Roadside Assistance button :
flashes while the call is active. The
ConZ
necting Callmessage appears in the
multifunction display and COMAND is muted.
If a connection can be made, the
Call ConZ
nectedmessage appears in the multifunction
display.
If a mobile phone network is available and
there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace
system transmits data to the Response Cen-
ter, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
R vehicle model
R vehicle color
iThe COMAND display shows that an
mbrace call is active. You can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI but-
ton on COMAND during the call. Voice out- put is not available.
A voice connection between the Response
Center and the vehicle occupants is estab-
lished. You can obtain information on how to operate your vehicle's systems, on the loca-
tion of the nearest authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter, and on further products and services
offered by Mercedes-Benz USA.
You can find further information on the
mbrace system at http://
www.mbusa.com 3
Log in under "Owners
Online".
iIf the indicator lamp in MB Info call but-
ton :is flashing continuously and no voice
connection with the Response center has
been established, then the mbrace system
has not been able to initiate an MB Info call (e.g. the relevant mobile phone network is
not available). The
Call Failedmessage
appears in the multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the~button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
X Press the corresponding COMAND button
to end a phone call.
Call priority
When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside
Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency
call can still be initiated. In this case, an emer-
gency call will take priority and override all
other active calls.
The indicator lamp of the respective button
flashes until the call is ended. An emergency call can only be terminated by the Response
Center. All other calls can be ended by press-
ing the ~button on the multifunction
steering wheel or the corresponding
COMAND button for ending a telephone call.
iWhen an mbrace call is initiated,
COMAND is muted. The mobile phone is no
longer connected to COMAND.
However, if you want to use your mobile
phone, do so only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary and in a safe location.
Brush guard (USA only)
If the brush guard has to be removed, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Floormat on the driver's side
GWARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
3 USA only.
Features201
Stowage and features
Z

Maintaining the time-dependent service schedule:X Before disconnecting the battery, note
down the service due date displayed.
or X After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the
service date shown on the display.
iThe service interval display should not be
confused with the 4engine oil level dis-
play.
The symbol and the letter indicate which type
of service is due: ¯ Minor service
A
±Major serviceB
The ASSYST service interval display does not
take into account any periods of time during
which the battery is disconnected.
Hiding a service message
X To hide the service message, press the % back button on the multifunction
steering wheel ( Ypage 35).
Displaying service messages
Use the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
X Switch on the ignition.
X Press =or; to select the standard
display menu on the steering wheel
( Y page 147).
X Press 9or: to select the service
interval display. The ¯ or± service symbol and the
service due date are displayed.
Points to remember
The specified maintenance interval takes only the normal operation of the vehicle into
account. Under arduous operating conditions
or increased load on the vehicle, mainte-
nance work must be carried out more fre-
quently, for example: R regular city driving with frequent intermedi-
ate stops
R if the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distances
R use in mountainous terrain or on poor road
surfaces
R if the engine is often left idling for long peri-
ods
Under these or similar conditions, have, for
example, the air filter, engine oil and oil filter
replaced or changed more frequently. Under
arduous operating conditions, the tires must
be checked more often. Further information
can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter.
Fuel/water separator
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
!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.
If the fuel/water separator needs servicing,
the following message appears in the multi-
function display:
You will also hear a brief warning tone.
210Maintenance
Maintenance and care

Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment 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.
iRead the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: ( Ypage 28).
Where will I find...?
Warning triangle
Setting up the warning triangle
X Fold feet =down and out to the side.
X Pull side reflectors ;up to form a triangle
and lock them at the top using press- stud :.
First-aid kit
iCheck the expiration date on the first-aid
kit at least once a year. Replace the con-
tents if necessary, and replace missing
items.
Vehicle tool kit
General notes
iWhen they leave the factory, vehicles are
not equipped with the tools needed to
change a wheel, such as a jack or lug
wrench. Some tools for changing a wheel
are specific to the vehicle. To obtain tools
approved for your vehicle, contact a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
The vehicle tool kit contains: R vehicle tool kit bag with:
- fuse extractor
- an Allen key, e.g. to operate the sliding
roof manually in an emergency
- a pump lever for the vehicle jack
- a 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.
X Fold cover :to the side.
X Pull vehicle tool kit ;out by the tab.
Jack
!Make sure that, while installing the vehi-
cle jack, there are no cables on the holder, in order to avoid them becoming trapped.
214Where will I find...?
Roadside Assistance