Owner's Manual
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... 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Alternator (Technical data) see Vehicle specification Anticorrosion/antifreeze...256 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft systems...54 Anti-theft alarm system...54 Immobilizer...54 Tow-away alarm...55 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Ashtrays...133 Aspect ratio (tires)...172 Audio/DVD menu...100 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors...70 Automatic central locking...60, 108 Automatic headlamp mode...73 Automatic interior lighting control...77 Automatic locking when driving...108 Automatic transmission...87 Emergency operation...
... 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Alternator (Technical data) see Vehicle specification Anticorrosion/antifreeze...256 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft systems...54 Anti-theft alarm system...54 Immobilizer...54 Tow-away alarm...55 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Ashtrays...133 Aspect ratio (tires)...172 Audio/DVD menu...100 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors...70 Automatic central locking...60, 108 Automatic headlamp mode...73 Automatic interior lighting control...77 Automatic locking when driving...108 Automatic transmission...87 Emergency operation...
Owner's Manual
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... gauge...96 Coolant temperature gauge...26 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps...76 Cruise control...112 Last stored speed...114 Messages in the mutlifunction display...199 Resume function...114 Cup holders...131 Curb weight...172 Customer Assistance Center (CAC)...21 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps...107 Interior lighting...108 Department of Transportation see DOT Differential locks...93 A few words about...93 Difficulties While driving...85 With starting...
... gauge...96 Coolant temperature gauge...26 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps...76 Cruise control...112 Last stored speed...114 Messages in the mutlifunction display...199 Resume function...114 Cup holders...131 Curb weight...172 Customer Assistance Center (CAC)...21 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps...107 Interior lighting...108 Department of Transportation see DOT Differential locks...93 A few words about...93 Difficulties While driving...85 With starting...
Owner's Manual
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... engine oils and oil filter...253 ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)...52 4-ETS...53 Messages in the multifunction display...198 Warning lamp...217 ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device)...43 Safety guidelines...34 Express operation Power windows...81 Tilt/sliding sunroof...125 Exterior lamp switch...72 Exterior rear view mirrors...69 Parking position...70, 71 Exterior view of vehicle...24 7 E Easy-entry/exit feature...68, 109 EBB (Electronic Brake Booster)...52 Electrical...
... engine oils and oil filter...253 ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)...52 4-ETS...53 Messages in the multifunction display...198 Warning lamp...217 ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device)...43 Safety guidelines...34 Express operation Power windows...81 Tilt/sliding sunroof...125 Exterior lamp switch...72 Exterior rear view mirrors...69 Parking position...70, 71 Exterior view of vehicle...24 7 E Easy-entry/exit feature...68, 109 EBB (Electronic Brake Booster)...52 Electrical...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat belts...40 First aid kit...194 Flat tire...232 Lowering the vehicle...235 Mounting the spare wheel...233 Preparing the vehicle...233 Spare wheel...232, 251 Floormats...144 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid...252 Brake fluid...252 Capacities...252 Engine coolant...253 Engine oil...252 Power steering fluid...252 Washer and headlamp cleaning system...253 Fog lamps...74 Messages in an emergency...222 Generator see Alternator Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey Glove box...130 Gross Axle Weight Rating see...
... the seat belts...40 First aid kit...194 Flat tire...232 Lowering the vehicle...235 Mounting the spare wheel...233 Preparing the vehicle...233 Spare wheel...232, 251 Floormats...144 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid...252 Brake fluid...252 Capacities...252 Engine coolant...253 Engine oil...252 Power steering fluid...252 Washer and headlamp cleaning system...253 Fog lamps...74 Messages in an emergency...222 Generator see Alternator Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey Glove box...130 Gross Axle Weight Rating see...
Owner's Manual
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... Heated steering wheel...69 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet...42 Seats...63 High-beam flasher...75 High-beam headlamps...75, 226 Replacing bulbs...226 High-mounted brake lamp...226 Replacing bulbs...226 Hill start assist system...114 Hood...148 Messages in the multifunction display...204 Horn...25 Hydroplaning...179 Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pressure Inside door handle...59 Instrument cluster...26, 95 Illumination...96 Lamps...213 Multifunction display...98 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination Instrument panel...
... Heated steering wheel...69 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet...42 Seats...63 High-beam flasher...75 High-beam headlamps...75, 226 Replacing bulbs...226 High-mounted brake lamp...226 Replacing bulbs...226 Hill start assist system...114 Hood...148 Messages in the multifunction display...204 Horn...25 Hydroplaning...179 Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pressure Inside door handle...59 Instrument cluster...26, 95 Illumination...96 Lamps...213 Multifunction display...98 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination Instrument panel...
Owner's Manual
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... and closing the windows...82 Remote control...58 Replacing batteries...225 Restoring to factory setting...59 Selective setting...59 Starter switch positions...62 Kickdown...89 Kilopascal (air pressure unit)...173 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting...72 Daytime running lamp mode...73 Exterior...72 Interior...77 Limp-home mode...90 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator lighting...106 Locking the vehicle...58 Manually...222 Loss of Key...59 Service and Warranty Information booklet...246...
... and closing the windows...82 Remote control...58 Replacing batteries...225 Restoring to factory setting...59 Selective setting...59 Starter switch positions...62 Kickdown...89 Kilopascal (air pressure unit)...173 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting...72 Daytime running lamp mode...73 Exterior...72 Interior...77 Limp-home mode...90 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator lighting...106 Locking the vehicle...58 Manually...222 Loss of Key...59 Service and Warranty Information booklet...246...
Owner's Manual
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... Battery...206 Brake fluid...202 Brake pads...202 Coolant...204 Cruise control...199 Display malfunction...196 Doors...204 Engine oil...207 ESP®...198 Fog lamps...209, 211 Gas cap...208 High-beam lamps...210 Hood...204 License plate lamps...210 Light sensor...210 Low-beam lamps...210 Parking brake...202 Parking lamps...210 Reserve fuel...208 Reverse lamp...209 Side marker lamps...209 SmartKey...204 SRS...199 Tailgate...204 Tail...
... Battery...206 Brake fluid...202 Brake pads...202 Coolant...204 Cruise control...199 Display malfunction...196 Doors...204 Engine oil...207 ESP®...198 Fog lamps...209, 211 Gas cap...208 High-beam lamps...210 Hood...204 License plate lamps...210 Light sensor...210 Low-beam lamps...210 Parking brake...202 Parking lamps...210 Reserve fuel...208 Reverse lamp...209 Side marker lamps...209 SmartKey...204 SRS...199 Tailgate...204 Tail...
Owner's Manual
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... Operating safety...21 Ornamental moldings, cleaning...189 Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel...30 Operation...81 Rear door window, blocking operation...49 Practical hints...194 Problems While driving...85 With vehicle...21 Product information...18 Production options weight...173 Proximity key see Key, SmartKey PSI (air pressure unit)...173 Push-start see Tow-start P Paintwork, cleaning...188 Paintwork code...247 Panic alarm...49 Parcel net...128 Parking...85 Rear Parking Assist...
... Operating safety...21 Ornamental moldings, cleaning...189 Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel...30 Operation...81 Rear door window, blocking operation...49 Practical hints...194 Problems While driving...85 With vehicle...21 Product information...18 Production options weight...173 Proximity key see Key, SmartKey PSI (air pressure unit)...173 Push-start see Tow-start P Paintwork, cleaning...188 Paintwork code...247 Panic alarm...49 Parcel net...128 Parking...85 Rear Parking Assist...
Owner's Manual
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... display...199 Standing water, driving through...179 Starter switch positions...62 Starting difficulties (engine)...83 Starting the engine...83 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjusting Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Stolen Vehicle Recovery services...140 Storage compartments...130 Storing tires...166 Stranded vehicle...242 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sun visors...132 SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle)...20 Premium unleaded gasoline...254 Rims and tires...250 Spare wheel...251 Vehicle specification G 550...248 Vehicle specification G 55 AMG...249...
... display...199 Standing water, driving through...179 Starter switch positions...62 Starting difficulties (engine)...83 Starting the engine...83 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjusting Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Stolen Vehicle Recovery services...140 Storage compartments...130 Storing tires...166 Stranded vehicle...242 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sun visors...132 SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle)...20 Premium unleaded gasoline...254 Rims and tires...250 Spare wheel...251 Vehicle specification G 550...248 Vehicle specification G 55 AMG...249...
Owner's Manual
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...250 Wheels, Tires and...154 Window curtain air bags...36 Windows see Power windows Windows, cleaning...190 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades...190 Defogging...124 Washer fluid...80, 257 Wipers...79 Windshield defroster...124 Windshield wipers Rain sensor...80 Replacing wiper blades...231 Winter driving Snow chains...175 Tires...175 V Vehicle Battery...236 Care...187 Control system...97 Identification Number (VIN)...246 Individual settings...103 Locking/unlocking...58 Locking/unlocking manually...221 Lowering (wheel change)...235 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety...21 Towing...239...
...250 Wheels, Tires and...154 Window curtain air bags...36 Windows see Power windows Windows, cleaning...190 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades...190 Defogging...124 Washer fluid...80, 257 Wipers...79 Windshield defroster...124 Windshield wipers Rain sensor...80 Replacing wiper blades...231 Winter driving Snow chains...175 Tires...175 V Vehicle Battery...236 Care...187 Control system...97 Identification Number (VIN)...246 Individual settings...103 Locking/unlocking...58 Locking/unlocking manually...221 Lowering (wheel change)...235 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety...21 Towing...239...
Owner's Manual
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... passenger cars in Canada) at all vehicle controls. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than other unsafe driving actions that : Rservice facilities or replacement parts may go places and perform tasks for vehicles with all times. In a rollover crash, Operating your address, be readily available, gasoline for which may have a significantly higher rollover rate than many passenger cars. In the USA: Mercedes...
... passenger cars in Canada) at all vehicle controls. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than other unsafe driving actions that : Rservice facilities or replacement parts may go places and perform tasks for vehicles with all times. In a rollover crash, Operating your address, be readily available, gasoline for which may have a significantly higher rollover rate than many passenger cars. In the USA: Mercedes...
Owner's Manual
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... 125 77 69 140 ; = ? Function Switches for opening/ closing front and rear door windows Override switch Seat adjustment Inside door handle Memory function (for Tele Aid (emergency call system) button Cargo compartment lamps on/off Right reading lamp on /off Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch Automatic interior lighting Interior rear view mirror Garage door opener Hands-free microphone for storing seat, exterior rear view mirrors, and steering wheel settings) Page 81 49 63...
... 125 77 69 140 ; = ? Function Switches for opening/ closing front and rear door windows Override switch Seat adjustment Inside door handle Memory function (for Tele Aid (emergency call system) button Cargo compartment lamps on/off Right reading lamp on /off Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch Automatic interior lighting Interior rear view mirror Garage door opener Hands-free microphone for storing seat, exterior rear view mirrors, and steering wheel settings) Page 81 49 63...
Owner's Manual
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...® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be no longer than 10 seconds. The ESP® will only function properly if you switch on when you use wheels of the recommended tire size as follows: RWhen RWhile G Warning! Never switch off (SmartKey in the instrument cluster comes on the ignition. The ESP® warning lamp d in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is running . If...
...® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be no longer than 10 seconds. The ESP® will only function properly if you switch on when you use wheels of the recommended tire size as follows: RWhen RWhile G Warning! Never switch off (SmartKey in the instrument cluster comes on the ignition. The ESP® warning lamp d in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is running . If...
Owner's Manual
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... SmartKey is located above the rear seat bench. Seite 77 Version: 2.11.7.1 Lighting Interior lighting in the front The interior lighting controls are located in the rear ! Rear interior lamp = Right reading lamp Z Controls in a discharged battery. X : Left reading lamp ; p Left reading lamp on/off A Rocker switch for an extended period of time with the engine turned off interior lighting: Press rocker switch A to center position to center position. 463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US...
... SmartKey is located above the rear seat bench. Seite 77 Version: 2.11.7.1 Lighting Interior lighting in the front The interior lighting controls are located in the rear ! Rear interior lamp = Right reading lamp Z Controls in a discharged battery. X : Left reading lamp ; p Left reading lamp on/off A Rocker switch for an extended period of time with the engine turned off interior lighting: Press rocker switch A to center position to center position. 463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US...
Owner's Manual
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... wiping: Press switch :. Indicator lamp ; The rear window is no danger of the vehicle. Problems with washer fluid: Press and hold switch =. the wipers on the ignition. If there is not possible when you activate the override switch (Y page 49). When closing of entrapment, release the switch and pull it there. i Operating the rear door windows from the starter switch engage the parking brake - G Warning! by the closing feature" (Y page 82...
... wiping: Press switch :. Indicator lamp ; The rear window is no danger of the vehicle. Problems with washer fluid: Press and hold switch =. the wipers on the ignition. If there is not possible when you activate the override switch (Y page 49). When closing of entrapment, release the switch and pull it there. i Operating the rear door windows from the starter switch engage the parking brake - G Warning! by the closing feature" (Y page 82...
Owner's Manual
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... Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start (Y page 237). X Let the starter cool for about 2 minutes. G Warning! This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is released. 463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2008-12-02T10:52:11+01:00 - You cannot hear the starter. The battery may shorten the service...
... Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start (Y page 237). X Let the starter cool for about 2 minutes. G Warning! This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is released. 463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2008-12-02T10:52:11+01:00 - You cannot hear the starter. The battery may shorten the service...
Owner's Manual
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... control panel. To keep the battery drain to 17 minutes of snow and ice should be impaired, endangering you and others . The indicator lamp in windshield defroster switch : starts flashing. Visibility could otherwise be removed from the rear window before driving. X Switching off : Press button ª or | again. in the button comes on the windshield defroster for the fourth time in the battery...
... control panel. To keep the battery drain to 17 minutes of snow and ice should be impaired, endangering you and others . The indicator lamp in windshield defroster switch : starts flashing. Visibility could otherwise be removed from the rear window before driving. X Switching off : Press button ª or | again. in the button comes on the windshield defroster for the fourth time in the battery...
Owner's Manual
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... of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to 1 bar; Bead i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on each vehicle and may be used as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not). Tire ply material Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in the sidewall : and under the tread ;. Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been sitting for air pressure. Air pressure...
... of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to 1 bar; Bead i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on each vehicle and may be used as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not). Tire ply material Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in the sidewall : and under the tread ;. Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been sitting for air pressure. Air pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... instrument cluster comes on although the parking brake is removed without putting other road users at risk a greater distance to an accident. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Seite 178 Version: 2.11.7.1 178 Driving instructions considerable force prior to dry the brakes. The heat generated serves to parking. Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be too low if the brake warning...
... instrument cluster comes on although the parking brake is removed without putting other road users at risk a greater distance to an accident. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Seite 178 Version: 2.11.7.1 178 Driving instructions considerable force prior to dry the brakes. The heat generated serves to parking. Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be too low if the brake warning...
Owner's Manual
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... covered by the engine through standing water, drive slowly to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission, or could result in (48 cm) Ryou 179 ! In heavy rain or when conditions indicate possible hydroplaning: X Reduce vehicle speed. If the vehicle cannot complete the attempted climb, back it down in the road. Any such G Warning! Have the brakes checked for an extended period with new tires...
... covered by the engine through standing water, drive slowly to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission, or could result in (48 cm) Ryou 179 ! In heavy rain or when conditions indicate possible hydroplaning: X Reduce vehicle speed. If the vehicle cannot complete the attempted climb, back it down in the road. Any such G Warning! Have the brakes checked for an extended period with new tires...