2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE Owners Manual

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Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle
To preserve the engine during the "Nrst 1000 miles
(1500 km):
= Drive at varying road speeds and engine
speeds.
= No faster than 85 mph (140 km/h).
= Drive the vehicle in drive program $
or .
= Shi"s to the next gear up when the needle rea-
ches the last third before the red range on the tachometer at the very latest.
= Do not shi"s down manually to brake.
= Avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. driving at
full throttle.
= Do not depress the accelerator pedal past the
point of resistance (kickdown).
= Increase the engine speed only gradually and
accelerate the vehicle to full speed only a"ser
1000 miles (1500 km).
This also applies when the engine or parts of the
drivetrain have been replaced.
Please also observe the following breaking-in
notes:
= With certain handling and driving safety sys-
tems, the sensors will adjust automatically
while a certain distance is being driven a"ser
the vehicle has been delivered or a"ser repairs.
Full system e"Mectiveness will be reached only
once this teach-in process has concluded.
= Brake pads, brake disks and tires that are
either new or have been replaced will achieve
optimum braking performance and grip only
a"ser several hundred kilometers of driving.
Compensate for the reduced braking e"Mect by
applying greater force to the brake pedal.
Notes on optimizing acceleration
If all necessary requirements and activation con-
ditions are ful"Nlled, the best possible acceleration
can be achieved from a standstill.
Do not use optimized acceleration on public
roads. Individual wheels could spin and you could
lose control of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of skidding and/or accident.
Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa-
tion on ESP n
( page 231).
Pulling away with optimized acceleration
&WARNING Risk of skidding and accidents
due to the wheels spinning
If you pull away using optimized acceleration,
individual wheels can spin and the vehicle can
skid.
There is an increased risk of skidding and
accidents, especially when ESP n
is switched
o"M!
Make sure that there are no persons or
obstacles in the vicinity of the vehicle.
Requirements
= the vehicle is run in ( page 175).
= the vehicle and tires are in good condition.
= the roadway has a high-grip surface.
= the engine and transmission are at normal
operating temperature.
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&WARNING Risk of accident if the vehicle is
switched o"M while driving
If you switch o"M the vehicle while driving,
safety functions are restricted or no longer
available.
This may a"Mect the power steering system and
the brake force boosting, for example.
You will need to use considerably more force
to steer and brake, for example.
Do not switch o"M the vehicle while driv-
ing.&DANGER Risk of death caused by exhaust
gases
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases is hazardous to health
and leads to poisoning.
Never leave the engine or, if present, the
auxiliary heating running in an enclosed
space without su"Pcient ventilation.&WARNING Risk of skidding and of an acci-
dent due to shi"sing down on slippery road
surfaces
If you shi"s down on slippery road surfaces to
increase the engine braking e"Mect, the drive
wheels may lose traction.
Do not shi"s down on slippery road surfa-
ces to increase the engine braking
e"Mect.&DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poison-
ous exhaust gases
If the tailpipe is blocked or su"Pcient ventila-
tion is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases
such as carbon monoxide may enter the vehi- cle. This is the case, for example, if the vehicle
gets stuck in the snow.
Keep the tailpipe and the area around
the vehicle free from snow when the
engine or the stationary heater is run-
ning.Open a window on the side of the vehicle
facing away from the wind to ensure an
adequate supply of fresh air.&WARNING Risk of accident and injury due
to being under the in"Ouence of alcohol
and drugs while driving
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can a"Mect
your re"Oexes, perceptions and judgment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent are greatly increased when you drink or
take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or
allow anyone to drive who has been
drinking or taking drugs.&WARNING Risk of accident due to the
brake system overheating
If you leave your foot on the brake pedal when
driving, the brake system may overheat.
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Observe the changed vehicle height withadd-on roof equipment.\bPlease bear in mind that all the speed values
stated in this Operator\bs Manual are approxi-
mate and are subject to a certain tolerance.
Notes on driving with a roof load, trailer or fully laden vehicle
When driving with a loaded roof luggage rack or trailer as well as with a fully laden or fully occu-
pied vehicle, the vehicle\bs driving and steering
characteristics change.
You should therefore bear the following in mind:
= Do not exceed the permissible roof load and
towing capacity. Also observe the information
in the Technical Data.
= Distribute the roof load and the load inside the
vehicle evenly, placing heavy objects at the
bottom. Also comply with the notes on loading the vehicle ( page 119).
= Drive attentively, and avoid abrupt starts, brak-
ing and steering as well as rapid cornering.
Advice on driving on salt-strewn roads
The braking e"Mect is limited on salt-strewn road
surfaces.
Therefore, observe the following notes:
= Due to salt build-up on the brake disks and
brake pads, the braking distance can increaseconsiderably or result in one-sided braking.
= Maintain a much greater safety distance to the
vehicle traveling in front.
Remove salt build-up as follows: = Brake occasionally, paying attention to the
tra"Pc conditions
= Carefully depress the brake pedal at the end
of the journey and when starting the next jour-
ney
Notes on hydroplaning Hydroplaning can take place if a certain depth of
water has built up on the road surface.
Observe the following notes during heavy precipi-
tation or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur:
= Reduce speed=Avoid tire ruts
= Avoid sudden steering movements
= Brake carefully\bAlso observe the notes on regularly checking
wheels and tires ( page 414).
Notes on driving through water on the road
Water ingress can damage the engine, electrics
and transmission.
Water can also enter the air intake of the engine and cause engine damage.
Observe the following if you have to drive through
water:
= Observe the maximum permissible depth for
driving through water ( page 462).
= Drive at a walking pace at most; water can
otherwise enter the vehicle interior or engine
compartment.
= Vehicles traveling in front, or oncoming vehi-
cles, can create waves which may exceed the maximum permissible depth of water.
The braking e"Mect of the brakes is reduced a"ser
fording. Brake carefully, paying attention to the
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tra"Pc conditions until braking power has been
fully restored.
Notes on o"M-road driving
&WARNING Risk of accident if you do not
keep to line of fall on inclines
If you drive at an angle or turn on an incline,
the vehicle could slip sideways, tip and roll- over.
Always drive on inclines in the line of fall
(straight up or down) and do not turn.&WARNING Risk of "Nre caused by "Oamma-
ble material on hot exhaust system com-
ponents
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with
hot parts of the exhaust system.
When driving on an unpaved road or o"M-
road, check the vehicle underside regu-
larly.In particular, remove trapped plant parts
or other "Oammable material.If there is damage, consult a quali"Ned
specialist workshop immediately.
When driving o"M-road, sand, mud and water etc.,
also mixed with oil, may get into the brakes. This may lead to a reduction in braking e"Mect or even a
total brake failure as a result of increased wear.
The braking characteristics will vary depending on the material that has entered the system. Clean
the brakes a"ser driving o"M-road. If you then notice
reduced braking e"Mect or hear scraping noises,
have the brake system checked at a quali"Ned spe-
cialist workshop. Adapt your driving style to the changed braking characteristics.
*NOTE Damage caused by driving over
obstacles
The vehicle can be damaged by:
= Driving onto high curbs or unpaved roads.
= Quickly driving over obstacles such as
curbs, speed bumps or potholes.
= Heavy objects hitting the underbody or
chassis components.Do not drive over obstacles that could damage the vehicle.Check the vehicle regularly for damage
during o"M-road driving.Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road
surface conditions.If there is damage, consult a quali"Ned
specialist workshop immediately.+ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to non-observance of prohibi- tion signs
Environmental protection has priority. Treat
nature with respect.
Be sure to observe prohibition signs.
Checklist before driving o"M-road
Check the following points before driving o"M-road:
= Fuel level
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=Engine oil level: "Nll engine oil to the maximum
level to ensure full gradeability ( page 375)
= Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel
= Tires and wheels\bFurther information about special all-terrain
tires for retro"Ntting can be obtained from a
quali"Ned specialist workshop.
The o"M-road menu in the multimedia system can
support you when driving o"M-road. Familiarize
yourself with its displays and equipment-depend-
ent setting options before driving o"M-road
( page 338).
O"M-road driving
Read this section before driving your vehicle o"M-
road. Practice by driving over gentler o"M-road ter-
rain "Nrst.
= Observe the notes on the o"M-road ABS
( page 230).
= Select the F ( page 194) drive program
before driving o"M-road.
= Select a vehicle level suitable for o"M-road ter-
rain ( page 268). To avoid damaging the
vehicle, make sure there is always su"Pcient
ground clearance.
The high-voltage battery in particular can be damaged by bottoming out or by impacts
against the underbody. Please also observe
the notes on operating safety ( page 29).
= Always keep the engine running and the vehi-
cle in gear when driving on inclines and
slopes. Observe the notes on driving in moun- tainous terrain.
= Do not drive on unknown terrain that is not
easily visible and stay on marked paths.
= Always keep the doors and windows closed
while the vehicle is in motion.
= Deactivate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
and cruise control.
= Adapt your driving style to the terrain.
= Do not use the HOLD function on steep down-
hill or uphill gradients with slippery or loose
surfaces.
Driving on sandWhen driving on sand, also observe the following instructions:
= Select the F drive program.
= Select a higher vehicle level.
= Shi"s to a lower gear.
= Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resist-
ance; the vehicle may otherwise dig itself in.
= Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if possi-
ble. Make sure that the following prerequisites
are met:
- the tire ruts are not too deep.
- the sand is "Nrm enough.
- there is su"Pcient ground clearance.
Fording
Also observe the following information when ford- ing:
= Vehicles with AIRMATIC: select the highest
possible vehicle level ( page 268).
Vehicles with E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL: select the highest possible vehicle level
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=Drive no faster than 6 mph (10 km/h).
= Observe the maximum permissible fording
depth ( page 462).
= Switch o"M automatic climate control
( page 159).
= Ensure that a bow wave does not form as you
drive.
= Do not stop in the water and do not switch o"M
the engine. Ensure the ECO start/stop func-
tion is switched o"M ( page 183).
Driving in mountainous terrain
Also observe the following information when driv-
ing in mountainous terrain:
= Observe the values of the approach/depar-
ture angle and the maximum gradient-climbing
ability ( page 462).
= Avoid high engine speeds.
= Use the braking power of the engine when
driving downhill.
= Shi"s to a lower gear on uphill gradients and on
long, steep downhill gradients.= Activate DSR before driving downhill, if neces-
sary ( page 246).
Check-list a"ser driving o"M-road
Driving o"M-road places greater demands on your
vehicle than driving on normal roads. Check the
entire vehicle for damage and foreign bodies
every time a"ser driving o"M-road. Foreign bodies in
the wheels or drivetrain can lead to imbalances
and therefore vibrations.
= If the F driving mode is selected: select
another driving mode.
= Deactivate DSR.
= Lower the vehicle level again to a level suitable
for the road conditions, e.g. to the normal
level.
= Apply the brakes to dry them a"ser fording.
= Check that the service brake is working nor-
mally a"ser a long downhill stretch.
= Clean the following components every time
a"ser driving o"M-road:
- license plate number
- headlamps and tail lamps-tires, wheels and wheel arches
- underbody
= A"ser driving through sand, mud, water or
gravel, have the following components
checked and cleaned:
- brake disks and brake pads
- tires and wheels
- axle joints
ECO start/stop function
qECO start/stop function
\bPlug-in hybrid: this function is not available.\bDepending on the engine, the ECO start/stop
function is not available in all drive programs.
Observe the status display on the driver\bs dis- play concerning this.
The engine will be switched o"M automatically in
the following situations if all vehicle conditions for
an automatic engine stop are met:
= You brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans-
mission position [ or \\.
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