2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE43AMG SUV seats

Index....................................................... 4
Introduction......................................... 24
Protecting the environment .................. .24
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .............. .24
Operator's Manual ................................. 25
Service and vehicle operation ................2 5
Operating safety .................................... 27
QR codes for the rescue card ................2 9
Data stored in the vehicle ...................... 29
Information on copyright ....................... 31
At a glance ........................................... 32
Cockpit .................................................. 32
Instrument cluster ................................. 33
Multifunction steering wheel ................. 34
Center console ...................................... 35
Overhead control panel .........................3 7
Door control panel ................................. 38
Safety ................................................... 39
Panic alarm ............................................ 39
Occupant safety .................................... 39
Children in the vehicle ........................... 55
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 60
Driving safety systems ........................... 60
Protection against theft .........................7 0
Opening and closing...........................71
SmartKey ............................................... 71
Doors ..................................................... 77
Cargo compartment .............................. .78
Side windows ......................................... 83
Sliding sunroof ....................................... 86
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ....91
Correct driver's seat position ................ 91
Seats ..................................................... 91
Steering wheel ....................................... 97
Mirrors ................................................... 99
Memory function ................................. 102
Lights and windshield wipers ..........104
Exterior lighting ................................... 104 Interior lighting .................................... 108
Replacing bulbs (vehicles with LED
headlamps) .......................................... 109
Windshield wipers ................................ 109
Climate control
................................. 113
Overview of climate control systems ... 113
Operating the climate control sys-
tems .................................................... 117
Setting the air vents ............................ 122
Driving and parking ..........................124
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..... 124
Driving ................................................. 124
DYNAMIC SELECT controller ............... 132
Automatic transmission ....................... 132
Refueling ............................................. 139
Parking ................................................ 145
Driving tips .......................................... 148
Driving systems ................................... 157
Towing a trailer .................................... 199
On-board computer and displays ....206
Important safety notes ........................ 206
Displays and operation ........................ 206
Menus and submenus ......................... 209
Display messages ................................ 220
Warning and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 250
Multimedia system ...........................263
General notes ...................................... 263
Important safety notes ........................ 263
Function restrictions ............................ 263
Operating system ................................ 264
Stowage and features ......................270
Stowage areas ..................................... 270
Features .............................................. 277
Maintenance and care ......................294
Engine compartment ........................... 294
ASSYST PLUS ...................................... 298
Care ..................................................... 299
2Contents

Warning display ............................. 175
Parking brake
Applying automatically ...................1 47
Applying or releasing manually ...... 147
Display message ............................ 224
Electric parking brake .................... 146
Emergency braking ........................ 148
General notes ................................ 146
Releasing automatically ................. 147
Warning lamp ................................. 258
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 105
Parking Pilot
Display Message ............................ 241
Exiting a parking space .................. 180
Function/notes .............................1 77
Important safety notes .................. 177
Parking .......................................... 179
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Display message ............................ 231
Indicator lamps ................................ 40
Problem (malfunction) ................... 231
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 60
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 63
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................3 04
Power locks ......................................... 78
Power washers .................................. 300
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE
®(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Display message ............................ 228
Operation ......................................... 53
PRE-SAFE
®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS)
Display message ............................ 228
Operation ......................................... 54
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 70
Immobilizer ...................................... 70
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 24
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 128 General notes ................................ 128
Hill start assist ............................... 128
Trai
ler ............................................ 128
Q
QR code
Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1
Rescue card ..................................... 29
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 28
R
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 218
Radiator cover ................................... 295
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 211
see separate operating instructions
Radio mode
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 263
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Rain closing feature (panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel) .... 88
Reading lamp ..................................... 108
Rear bench seat
Folding forwards/back .................. 274
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 123
Setting the temperature ................ 119
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 233
Switching on/off ........................... 105
Rear Seat Entertainment System
AUX jacks ...................................... 269
AUX jacks CD/DVD drive .............. 269
Rear seats
Adjusting ......................................... 95
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 303
Display in the multimedia system .. 182
Function/notes ............................. 181
Switching on/off ........................... 182
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 121
Switching on/off ........................... 121
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Rear-view mirrorAnti-glare (manual) .......................... 99
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 101
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 357
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 139
Refueling process .......................... 140
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 289
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 290
Replacing bulbs
General notes ................................ 109
Reporting safety defects .................... 29
Rescue card ......................................... 29
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 236
Warning lamp ................................. 259
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 121
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 229
Introduction ..................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 258
Warning lamp (function) ................... 40
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 87
Roller sunblind ................................. 88
Side windows ................................... 83
Tailgate ............................................ 79
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 233
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 26
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 88
Roof carrier ........................................ 277
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 305
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 358
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation) Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 263
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 210
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
see Occupant safety
see Operating safety
SD card
Inserting ........................................ 268
Inserting/removing ........................ 268
Removing ....................................... 268
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 263
Selecting ........................................ 212
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 263
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 43
Adjusting the height ......................... 42
Cleaning ......................................... 305
Correct usage .................................. 42
Fastening ......................................... 42
Important safety guidelines ............. 41
Introduction ..................................... 40
Releasing ......................................... 43
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 217
Warning lamp ................................. 250
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 93
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 95
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 93
Calling up a stored setting (mem-
ory function) .................................. 103
Cleaning the cover ......................... 305
Correct driver's seat position ........... 91
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ................................... 273
Important safety notes .................... 91
Index17

Protecting the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental 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:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Rkeep 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 regenerate or
re-use them. Observe the relevant environmen-
tal rules and regulations when disposing of
materials. In this way you will help to protect the
environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
HEnvironmental 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 in
the following areas of your vehicle:
Rdoors
Rdoor pillars
Rdoor sills
Rseats
Rcockpit
Rinstrument cluster
Rcenter console
Do not install accessories such as audio sys-
tems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating
efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels as
well as accessories relevant to safety which
have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz. This
could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant
24Introduction

Door controlpanel
FunctionPage
:Opens th edoo r77
;%& Unlocks/lock s
th evehicle77
=r 45=
Stores settings for the seat,
exterior mirrors and steering
column (memory function)
102
?Adjusts the seats91
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Adjusts and folds the exterior
mirrors out/in electrically
99
FunctionPage
BW Opens/closes the side
windows83
Cq Opens/closes the tail-
gate81
Dn Activates/deactivates
the override feature for the
side windows in the rear
compartment
60
38Door control panel
At a glance

occupant in the best position in relation to the
air bag.
The seat belt system comprises:
RSeat belts
REmergency Tensioning Devices for the front
seat belts and the outer seat belts in the rear
RSeat belt force limiters
If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet
quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt
retractor locks. The belt strap cannot be extrac-
ted any further.
The Emergency Tensioning Device tightens the
seat belt in an accident, pulling the belt close
against the body. However it does not pull the
vehicle occupant back in the direction of the
backrest.
The Emergency Tensioning Device does not cor-
rect an incorrect seat position or the routing of
an incorrectly fastened seat belt.
When triggered, a seat belt force limiter helps to
reduce the force exerted by the seat belt on the
vehicle occupant.
The seat belt force limiters for the front seats are
synchronized with the front air bags, which
absorb part of the deceleration force. This can
reduce the force exerted on the vehicle occu-
pants during an accident.
!If the front-passenger seat is unoccupied,
do not insert the belt tongue into the buckle of
the front-passenger seat. This may otherwise
lead to the triggering of the Emergency Ten-
sioning Device in the event of an accident,
which will then need to be replaced.
Important safety notes
The use of seat belts and child restraint systems
is required by law in:
Rall 50 states
Rthe U.S. territories
Rthe District of Columbia
Rall Canadian provinces
Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle
occupants should correctly fasten their seat
belts before starting the journey.
GWARNING
If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot
perform its intended protective function. An
incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause
injuries, for example, in the event of an acci-
dent or when braking or changing direction
abruptly. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sit-
ting properly.
GWARNING
The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if you have not moved the back-
rest to an almost vertical position. When brak-
ing or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seat belt is routed
across the center of your shoulder.
GWARNING
Persons less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall cannot
wear the seat belt correctly without an addi-
tional and suitable restraint system. If the
seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot per-
form its intended protective function. An
incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause
injuries, for example, in the event of an acci-
dent or when braking or changing direction
abruptly. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
For this reason, always secure persons under
5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable additional restraint
systems.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the
vehicle:
Ralways secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cle. The child restraint system must be appro-
priate to the age, weight and size of the child
Ralways observe the instructions and safety
notes on "Children in the vehicle"
(
Ypage 55) in addition to the child restraint
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driver or front passenger have fastened their
seat belts.
If the driver or front passenger unfasten their
seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warn-
ing is activated again.
Air bags
Introduction
The installation point of an air bag can be rec-
ognized by the AIR BAG symbol.
An air bag complements the correctly fastened
seat belt. It is no substitute for the seat belt. The
air bag provides additional protection in appli-
cable accident situations.
Not all air bags are deployed in an accident. The
different air bag systems function independ-
ently from one another (
Ypage 51).
However, no system available today can com-
pletely eliminate injuries and fatalities.
It is also not possible to rule out a risk of injury
caused by an air bag due to the high speed at
which the air bag must be deployed.
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you do not sit in the correct seat position,
the air bag cannot protect as intended and
could even cause additional injury when
deployed. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
To avoid hazardous situations, always make
sure that all of the vehicle's occupants:
Rhave fastened their seat belts correctly,
including pregnant women
Rare sitting correctly and maintain the great-
est possible distance to the air bags
Rfollow the following instructions
Always make sure that there are no objects
between the air bag and the vehicle's occu-
pants.
RAdjust the seats properly before beginning
your journey. Always make sure that the seat
is in an almost upright position. The center of the head restraint must support the head at
about eye level.
RMove the driver's and front-passenger seats
as far back as possible. The driver's seat posi-
tion must allow the vehicle to be driven safely.
ROnly hold the steering wheel on the outside.
This allows the air bag to be fully deployed.
RAlways lean against the backrest while driv-
ing. Do not lean forwards or lean against the
door or side window. You may otherwise be in
the deployment area of the air bags.
RAlways keep your feet in the footwell in front
of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dash-
board, for example. Your feet may otherwise
be in the deployment area of the air bag.
RFor this reason, always secure persons less
than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable restraint sys-
tems. Up to this height, the seat belt cannot
be worn correctly.
If a child is traveling in your vehicle, also
observe the following notes:
RAlways secure children under twelve years of
age and less than 5 ft (1.50 m)tall in suitable
child restraint systems.
RChild restraint systems should be installed on
the rear seats.
ROnly secure a child in a rearward-facing child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat
when the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is permanently lit, the front-
passenger front air bag is deactivated
(
Ypage 40).
RAlways observe the instructions and safety
notes on the "Occupant Classification System
(OCS)" (
Ypage 46) and on "Children in the
vehicle" (Ypage 55 )in addition to the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
and operating instructions.
Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent
an air bag from functioning correctly. Before
starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make
sure that:
Rthere are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and an air
bag.
Rthere are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar.
Rno hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on
the grab handles or coat hooks.
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Rno accessories, such as cup holders, are
attached to the vehicle within the deployment
area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows,
rear side trim or side walls.
Rno heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are in
the pockets of your clothing. Store such
objects in a suitable place.
GWARNING
If you modify the air bag cover or affix objects
such as stickers to it, the air bag can no longer
function correctly. There is an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify an air bag cover or affix objects
to it.
GWARNING
Sensors to control the air bags are located in
the doors. Modifications or work not per-
formed correctly to the doors or door panel-
ing, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the
function of the sensors being impaired. The air
bags might therefore not function properly
anymore. Consequently, the air bags cannot
protect vehicle occupants as they are
designed to do. There is an increased risk of
injury.
Never modify the doors or parts of the doors.
Always have work on the doors or door pan-
eling carried out at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Front air bags
!Do not place heavy objects on the front-
passenger seat. This could cause the system
to identify the seat as being occupied. In the
event of an accident, the restraint systems on
the front-passenger side may be triggered
and have to be replaced.
Driver's air bag :deploys in front of the steer-
ing wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ;
deploys in front of and above the glove box.
When deployed, the front air bags offer addi-
tional head and thorax protection for the occu-
pants in the front seats.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
informs you about the status of the front-
passenger front air bag (
Ypage 40).
The front-passenger front air bag will only
deploy if:
Rthe system, based on the OCS weight sensor
readings, detects that the front-passenger
seat is occupied (
Ypage 46). The
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is
not lit (
Ypage 47)
Rthe restraint system control unit predicts a
high accident severity
Driver's knee bag
Driver's knee bag :deploys under the steering
column. The driver's knee bag is triggered
together with the front air bag.
The driver's knee bag offers additional thigh,
knee and lower leg protection for the occupant
in the driver's seat.
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