2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class center console

Car key
see SmartKey
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 281
Center console Lower section .................................. 39
Upper section .................................. 38
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................ .287
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ....... .82
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps .................................. .140
High-beam headlamps ................... 139
Low-beam headlamps .................... 138
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 66
Rear doors ....................................... 67
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 61
Restraint systems ............................ 62
Special seat belt retractor .............. .61
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 66
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 63
On the front-passenger seat ............ 65
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 65
Top Tether ...................................... .64
Cigarette lighter ................................ 354
Cleaning Mirror turn signal .......................... .381
Trailer tow hitch ............................ .382
Climate control
3-zone automatic climate control
with additional rear-compartment climate control ............................... 152
Automatic climate control (3-
zone) .............................................. 150
Controlling automatically .............. .156
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 155
Defrosting the windows ................. 160
Defrosting the windshield .............. 159
Dual-zone automatic climate con-
trol ................................................. 147
General notes ................................ 146
Indicator lamp ................................ 156 Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 154
Maximum cooling .......................... 159
Overview of systems .....................
.146
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 156
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 161
Rear control panel ......................... 150
Rear control panel (3-zone auto-
matic climate control with addi-
tional rear-compartment climate
control) .......................................... 152
Refrigerant ..................................... 454
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 454
Setting the air distribution ............. 158
Setting the airflow ......................... 158
Setting the air vents ..................... .162
Setting the climate mode (AIR
FLOW) ............................................ 157
Setting the temperature ................ 157
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 161
Switching on/off ........................... 154
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 161
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 160
Switching the ZONE function on/
off ................................................. .159
Climate control system
Automatic engine start .................. 172
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 172
Deactivating/activating ................. 173
General information ....................... 172
Important safety notes .................. 171
Introduction ................................... 171
Coat hooks ......................................... 349
Cockpit Overview .......................................... 34
see Instrument cluster
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
Operation/notes .............................. 70
COMAND
ON&OFFROAD menu ..................... 263
see separate operating instructions
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 383 Index
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Combination switch
.......................... 131
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 277
Convenience closing feature .............. 97
Convenience opening feature ............ 97
Coolant (engine) Checking the level ........................ .375
Display message ............................ 308
Filling capacity ............................... 453
Important safety notes .................. 452
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 289
Temperature gauge ........................ 274
Warning lamp ................................. 336
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 31
Cornering light function Display message ............................ 305
Function/notes ............................ .133
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 137
Crosswind Assist ................................. 75
Crosswind driving assistance ............ 75
Cruise control Activating ....................................... 204
Activation conditions ..................... 204
Cruise control lever ....................... 204
Deactivating ................................... 205
Display message ............................ 319
Driving system ............................... 203
Function/notes ............................ .203
Important safety notes .................. 204
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 204
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 351
Important safety notes .................. 350
Rear compartment ......................... 352
Temperature controlled ................. 351
Third row of seats .......................... 352
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 29
Customer Relations Department ....... 29 D
Data see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 307
Function/notes ............................ .128
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 285
Declarations of conformity ................. 28
DEF Adding .......................................... .188
Display message ............................ 311
Filling capacity ............................... 451
Important safety notes .................. 450
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 286
Interior lighting .............................. 287
Diagnostics connection ......................28
Diesel .................................................. 449
Differential lock (display mes-
sage) .................................................. .314
Digital speedometer ......................... 278
DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission ................. 176
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 376
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 292
Driving systems ............................ .312
Engine ............................................ 308
General notes ................................ 292
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 292
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 326
Lights ............................................. 305
Safety systems .............................. 293
SmartKey ....................................... 325
Tires ............................................... 320
Vehicle .......................................... .323
Distance recorder
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 338
Distance warning function Activating/deactivating ................. 283
Function/notes ................................ 70
Warning lamp ................................. 338 8
Index

Correct driver's seat position ........ 106
Entry position (3rd row of seats) .... 113
Exit position (3rd row of seats) ...... 114
Folding down/up (third row of
seats) ............................................ .111
Folding the 2nd row of seats
forward electrically ........................ 115
Folding the 2nd row of seats
forward manually ........................... 112
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ................................... 346
Important safety notes .................. 107
Overview ........................................ 107
Seat heating problem .................... 118
Seat ventilation problem ................ 119
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 124
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 116
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 118
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 384
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 381
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .284
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 452
Coolant (engine) ............................ 452
DEF special additives ..................... 450
Engine oil ....................................... 451
Fuel ................................................ 448
Important safety notes .................. 447
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 454
Washer fluid ................................... 453
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 289
On-board computer ....................... 285
Setting the air distribution ...............158
Setting the airflow ............................ 158
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 289
Side impact air bag .............................52
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 307
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 381
Convenience closing feature ............ 97
Convenience opening feature ..........97 Hinged side window
s....................... 96
Important safety information ........... 95
Opening/closing .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 95
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 99
Resetting ......................................... 98
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 99
Opening/closing ............................ 100
Problem (malfunction) ................... 103
Resetting ....................................... 100
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 85
Changing the programming ............. 83
Checking the battery ....................... 85
Convenience closing feature ............ 98
Convenience opening feature .......... 97
Display message ............................ 325
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 82
Important safety notes .................... 82
Loss ................................................. 87
Mechanical key ................................ 84
Overview .......................................... 82
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 167
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 87
Starting the engine ........................ 170
Snow chains
Information .................................... 409
Snow drive program ....................... 256
Sockets
Center console .............................. 355
General notes ................................ 354
Luggage compartment ................... 355
Rear compartment ......................... 355
Specialist workshop ............................ 29
Special seat belt retractor .................. 61
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 278
In the Instrument cluster ................. 35
Segments ...................................... 275
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 285
see Instrument cluster 18
Index

Standing lamps
Display message ............................3 07
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 169
STEER CONTROL .................................. 77
Steering (display message) .............. 325
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) ................... 120
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 119
Button overview ............................... 37
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 275
Cleaning ......................................... 384
Important safety notes .................. 119
Paddle shifters ............................... 180
Steering wheel heating .................. 120
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 124
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 121
Switching on/of f........................... 120
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 180
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 290
Stowage areas ................................... 342
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 344
Center console .............................. 344
Center console (rear) ..................... 344
Cup holders ................................... 350
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 344
Glove box ....................................... 343
Important safety information ......... 343
Stowage net ................................... 345
Stowage net ....................................... 345
Summer tires ..................................... 408
Sun visor ............................................ 352
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 286
Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 224
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 289
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 27
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 161 T
Tachometer ........................................ 275
Tailgate Display message ............................ 324
Emergency unlocking ....................... 95
Important safety notes .................... 91
Limiting the opening angle ............... 94
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 94
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 92
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 92
Opening dimensions ...................... 455
Power closing .................................. 90
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 306
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 35
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 447
Emergency spare wheel ................. 443
Information .................................... 446
Tires/wheels ................................. 434
Trailer load s................................... 459
Vehicle data ................................... 455
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 361
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 361
Downloading routes ....................... 364
Emergency call .............................. 358
General notes ................................ 357
Geo fencing ................................... 365
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 363
MB info call button ........................ 360
Remote vehicle locking .................. 363
Roadside Assistance button .......... 359
Search & Send ............................... 362
Self-test ......................................... 358
Speed alert .................................... 365
System .......................................... 358
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 365
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 364
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 363 Index
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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 00C3of 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. 24
Introduction

Cockpit
................................................. 34
Instrument cluster ..............................35
Multifunction steering wheel .............37
Center console .................................... 38
Overhead control panel ......................41
Door control panel .............................. 42 33At a glance

Center console
Center console, upper section
Function Page
0043
COMAND; see the separate
operating instructions 0044
0072
Seat heating 116
0087
008E
Seat ventilation 118
0085
008F
PARKTRONIC 225
0083
00A7
ECO start/stop func-
tion 171 Function Page
0084
002F
Hazard warning
lamps 132
006B
00730074PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 45
006C
00BB
ESP® 7338
Center consoleAt a glance

Center console, lower section
i
Vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package Function Page
006E
Cup holder 350
Ashtray 353
Cigarette lighter 354
Socket 354
006F
COMAND controller; see
the separate operating
instructions
0070
0090
ON&OFFROAD menu
button 263
0071
002E
LOW RANGE off-road
gear 261 Function Page
0072
00C4
Level control 214
0073
00C6
DSR (Downhill Speed
Regulation) 258
0074
0063
Manual drive program 181
0075
Selector wheel for on-road
programs
255
Selector wheel for off-road
programs
259
0076
Stowage compartment with
Media Interface 344Center console
39At a glance