2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA SUV air suspension

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4ETS (Electronic Traction System)see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
4MATIC
Display message ............................ 224
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 165
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Function/notes ............................ .178
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 201
Function/notes ................................ 60
Important safety notes .................... 60
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Acceleration
see Kickdown
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 53
Activating media mode
General notes ................................ 245
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 117
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating .............. 194
Display message ............................ 206
Function/notes ................................ 61
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 67
Additional speedometer ................... 196
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 331
Address book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 39
Adjusting the volume
Multimedia system ........................ 240
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 51
Display message ............................ 209
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 45
Important safety notes .................... 44 Introduction ..................................... 44
Knee bag .......................................... 45
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 46
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 40
Side impact air bag .......................... 46
Window curtain air bag .................... 46
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 122
Rear ............................................... 122
Setting the center air vents ........... 122
Setting the side air vents ...............1 22
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 67
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 67
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ..................... ........................... 67
A

larm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG
Adaptive sport suspension sys-
tem ................................................ 165
Performance Seat ............................ 95
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system
General Information ....................... 165
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 197
AMG Performance exhaust sys-
tem ..................................................... 129
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle .............. 153
Ashtray ............................................... 255
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................1 94
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................1 93
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........2 73
Driving abroad ............................... 274
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Opening (from inside) ......................75
Drinking and drivin g........................ .146
Drive program
Automatic transmission ................. 136
Display ...........................................1 34
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 132
Driver's door
see Doors
Driver's seat
see Seat
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 274
Driving dynamics display
Off-road program ........................... 168
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 153
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads .................. 150
Driving safety system
Active Brake Assist .......................... 61
Braking assistance appropriate to
the situation ..................................... 62
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 60
ADAPTIVE BRAKE .............................6 7
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 61
Distance warning function ............... 61
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 67
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 63
Important safety information ........... 60
Overview .......................................... 60
STEER CONTROL ............................. 67
Driving system
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ............. 156
Off-road program ........................... 167
Parking assist PARKTRONIC .......... 168
Parking Pilot .................................. 171
RACE START (Mercedes-AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 164
Start-off assist ............................... 163
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 178
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 165
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 180 Blind Spot Assist ............................ 181
Cruise control ................................ 154
Display message ............................ 216
HOLD function ............................... 162
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 183
Lane Tracking package .................. 181
Rear view camera .......................... 175
Driving tips
Automatic transmissi on ................. 135
Bra

kes ........................................... 148
Break-in period .............................. 123
Checking brake lining thickness .... 149
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ............. 162
Downhill gradient ........................... 148
Drinking and driving ....................... 146
Driving in winter ............................. 150
Driving on flooded roads ................ 150
Driving on sand .............................. 153
Driving on wet roads ...................... 150
Exhaust check ............................... 146
Fuel ................................................ 146
General .......................................... 146
Hydroplaning ................................. 150
Icy road surfaces ........................... 150
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 149
Off-road driving .............................. 151
Snow chains .................................. 302
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 123
Tire ruts ......................................... 153
Traveling uphill ............................... 153
Wet road surface ........................... 148
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message ............................ 216
Function/notes ............................. 166
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 192
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 239
DYNAMIC SELECT button
Climate control (3-zone automaticclimate control) ............................. 117
Climate control (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 114
DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehi-
cles except Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles) .................................................... 130
DYNAMIC SELECT controller ............ 131
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Start/Stop buttonRemoving ....................................... 125
Starting the engine ........................ 126
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 125
STEER CONTROL ..................................6 7
Steering
Display message ............................2 25
Steering assistant STEER CON-
TROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 96
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 186
Cleaning ......................................... 280
Important safety notes .................... 96
Paddle shifters ............................... 138
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 138
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 198
Stowage compartments
Armrest (front) ............................... 248
Armrest (under) ............................. 249
Center console .............................. 248
Center console (rear) ..................... 249
Cup holders ................................... 253
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 248
Glove box ....................................... 248
Important safety information ......... 247
Map pockets .................................. 249
Stowage net ................................... 249
Stowage net ....................................... 249
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 301
Sun visor ............................................ 255
Suspension setting
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 165
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 121
Switching on media mode
Via the device list .......................... 245
T
Tachometer ........................................ 185 Tail lamps
see Lights
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 224
Emergency unlocking ....................... 82
Important safety notes .................... 77
Limiting the opening angle ............... 82
Obstruction detection ...................... 78
Opening dimensions ...................... 333
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 78
Opening/closing automatically
from inside ....................................... 81
Opening/closing automatically
from outside .................................... 79
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 328
Information .................................... 326
Tires/wheels ................................. 323
Vehicle data ................................... 333
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 260
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 261
Downloading routes ....................... 263
Emergency call .............................. 258
General notes ................................ 257
Geo fencing ................................... 264
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 262
MB info call button ........................ 260
Remote vehicle locking .................. 262
Roadside Assistance button .......... 259
Search & Send ............................... 261
Self-test ......................................... 257
Speed alert .................................... 263
System .......................................... 257
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 264
Vehicle Health Check .................... 263
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 262
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 193
Authorizing a mobile phone (con-
necting) ......................................... 243
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Rthe availability of the ECO start/stop function
Rthe climate control
Information about configuring drive program I
with the multimedia system can be found in the
Digital Operator's Manual.
iTo permanently select the gears in drive
program Iusing the steering wheel paddle
shifters, select the M(manual) setting for the
drive.
Offroad drive program
The Off-road drive program is characterized by
the following:
Rthe vehicle exhibits optimal driving charac-
teristics on easily negotiable off-road terrain.
Drive program E (Economy)
Drive program Eis characterized by the follow-
ing:
Rcomfort-oriented engine settings.
Roptimal fuel consumption resulting from the
automatic transmission shifting up sooner.
Rthe vehicle pulls away more gently in forward
and reverse gears, unless the accelerator
pedal is depressed fully.
Rthe vehicle has improved driving stability, for
example on slippery road surfaces.
Rthe automatic transmission shifting up
sooner. This results in the vehicle being driven
at lower engine speeds and the wheels being
less likely to spin.
Rgliding mode is activated automatically when
engine-internal conditions are fulfi lled and
the accelerator is not depressed. At the same
time the transmission’s clutch opens and the
vehicle rolls freely using its kinetic energy. As
a result great distances can be completed
without the engine brake and fuel consump-
tion reduced.
iThe availability of gliding mode depends on
various factors, including the following:
Rthe engine and transmission temperature
Rthe downhill gradient
Rthe vehicle speed
Rperforming regular adaptation functions
When you depress the brake pedal, gliding
mode is deactivated, depending on pedal
pressure. When you activate cruise control or Distance
Pilot DISTRONIC, gliding mode is not availa-
ble.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles
Drive program I (Individual)
In drive program Ithe following properties of the
drive program can be selected:
Rthe drive (engine management)
Rthe transmission management
Rthe suspension (vehicles with AMG adaptive
sport suspension system)
RESP®
Information about configuring drive program I
with the multimedia system can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual.
Drive program C (Comfort)
Drive program Cis characterized by the follow-
ing:
Rthe vehicle delivers comfortable, economical
handling characteristics.
Rthe vehicle pulls away more gently in forward
and reverse gears, unless the accelerator
pedal is depressed fully.
Rthe vehicle has improved driving stability, for
example on slippery road surfaces.
Roptimal fuel consumption resulting from the
automatic transmission shifting up sooner.
The vehicle is driven in the low engine speed
range and the wheels are less likely to spin.
Rgliding mode is available.
Rthe ECO start/stop function is available.
Drive program S (Sport)
Drive program Sis characterized by the follow-
ing:
Rthe vehicle exhibits sporty driving character-
istics.
Rthe automatic transmission shifts up later.
The fuel consumption possibly being higher
as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points.
Rthe suspension exhibits stiff springing and
damping settings (vehicles with AIR adaptive
sport suspension system).
Rgliding mode is not available.
Rthe ECO start/stop function is not available.
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Driving an d parking
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Important safety notes
GWARNING
If wheels and tires of th ewrong siz eare used,
th ewhee lbrakes or suspension component s
may be damaged. Ther eis aris kof an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tires wit hthose
that fulfill th especification sof th eoriginal
part .
When replacing wheels, mak esur eto use th e
correct:
Rdesignation
Rmodel
When replacing tires ,mak esur eto use th e
correct:
Rdesignation
Rmanufacturer
Rmodel
GWARNIN G
A flat tire severely impairs th edriving ,steer -
ing and braking characteristics of th evehicle.
Ther eis aris kof accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics :
Rdo notdriv ewit h a flat tire.
Rimmediately replace th eflat tire wit hyour
emergenc yspar ewhee lor spar ewheel, or
consult aqualified specialist workshop.
Tires wit hrun-flat characteristics :
Rpay attention to theinformation and warn -
ing notice son MOExtended tires (tire swit h
run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are no tapprove dfor your vehi-
cle by Mercedes-Ben zor are no tbein gused cor-
rectl ycan impair th eoperating safety.
Before purchasing and usin gnon-approve d
accessories, visit aqualified specialist work-
sho pand inquire about :
Rsuitability
Rlegal stipulation s
Rfactory recommendation sFurther information regarding wheels and tires
can be foun
dunder "Wheel/tire combinations"
(
Ypage 323).
You can ask for information regarding permitte d
wheel/tire combination sat an authorize d
Mercedes-Ben zCenter.
Information on tire pressur ecan be found:
Ron th eTir eand Loading Information placard
on th eB-pillar on th edriver' sside
(
Ypage 310)
Rin th etire pressur etable in th efuel filler flap
(Ypage 141)
Runder "Tir epressure" (Ypage 302)
Operation
Information on driving
Checkth etire pressur ewhen th evehicl eis
heavily laden and adjust prio rto atrip.
While driving ,pay attention to vibrations, noises
and unusual handlin gcharacteristics ,e.g. pull-
ing to on eside .This may indicat ethat th e
wheels or tires are damaged. If you suspec tthat
a tire is defective, reduce your spee dimmedi-
ately. Stop th evehicl eas soo nas possible to
chec kth ewheels and tires for damage. Hidden
tire damag ecould also be causing th eunusual
handlin gcharacteristics .If you fin dno sign sof
damage, hav eth etires and wheels checke dat a
qualified specialist workshop.
When parking your vehicle, mak esur ethat th e
tires do no tget deformed by th ecur bor other
obstacles. If they canno tbe avoided, driv eove r
obstacles suc has curbs slowly and at an obtuse
angle. Otherwise, you may damag eth ewheels
or tires .
Regular checking of wheels and tires
GWARNIN G
Damaged tires can caus etire inflation pres-
sur eloss .As aresult ,you could lose control of
your vehicle. Ther eis aris kof accident.
Chec kth etires regularly for sign sof damag e
and replace any damaged tires immediately.
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Wheels and tires
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PSI (pounds per square inch)
A standard unit of measure for tire pressure.
Aspect ratio
Relationship between tire height and tire width
in percent.
Tire pressure
This is pressure inside the tire applying an out-
ward force to each square inch of the tire's sur-
face. The tire pressure is specified in pounds per
square inch (psi), in kilopascal (kPa) or in bar.
The tire pressure should only be corrected when
the tires are cold.
Cold tire pressure
The tires are cold:
Rif the vehicle has been parked with the tires
out of direct sunlight for at least three hours
and
Rif the vehicle has not been driven further than
1 mile (1.6 km)
Tread
The part of the tire that comes into contact with
the road.
Bead
The tire bead ensures that the tire sits securely
on the wheel. There are several steel wires in the
bead to prevent the tire from coming loose fromthe wheel rim.
Sidewall
The part of the tire between the tread and the
bead.
Weight of optional extras
The combined weight of those optional extras
that weigh more than the replaced standard
parts and more than 2.3 kg (5 lbs). These
optional extras, such as high-performance
brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-
formance battery, are not included in the curb
weight and the weight of the accessories.
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
This is a unique identifier which can be used by
a tire manufacturer to identify tires, for example
for a product recall, and thus identify the pur-
chasers. The TIN is made up of the manufactur-
er's identity code, tire size, tire type code and
the manufacturing date.
Load bearing index
The load bearing index (also load index) is a code
that contains the maximum load bearing capa-
city of a tire.
Traction
Traction is the result of friction between the tires
and the road surface.
Treadwear indicators
Narrow bars (tread wear bars) that are distrib-
uted over the tire tread. If the tire tread is level
with the bars, the wear limit of áin (1.6 mm)
has been reached.
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their
designated seating positions.
Total load limit
Nominal load and luggage load plus 68 kg
(150 lbs) multiplied by the number of seats in
the vehicle.
Changing a wheel
Flat tire
The "Breakdown assistance" section
(Ypage 284) contains information and notes on
how to deal with a flat tire. Information on driv-
ing with MOExtended tires in the event of a flat
tire can be found under "MOExtended tires (tires
with run-flat characteristics" (
Ypage 284).
Rotating the wheels
GWARNING
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 acci-
dent.
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.
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Wheels and tires
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