2010 Mercedes GL-Class Owner's Manual
2010 Mercedes GL-Class Manual
2010 Mercedes GL-Class manual content summary:
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GL Operator's Manual - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Inc. RHomeLink® RSIRIUS The following symbols are found in this Operator's Manual: G Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may . i Helpful hints or further information you may find useful. X This symbol points to instructions for you to follow. A number of these symbols - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 3
easy as possible to operate and will provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
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Contents 3 Index ...4 Introduction ...20 At a glance ...25 Safety and security ...35 Controls in detail ...69 Operation ...225 Practical hints ...283 Technical data ...359 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
drive (4MATIC) ...166 Alternator Messages in the multifunction display ...296, 308 Alternator (Technical data) see Vehicle specification Anticorrosion/ 369 Refilling ...347 Additives Engine oil ...371 Gasoline ...372 Address change ...22 ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ...159 Advanced Tire Pressure - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Automatic central locking ...74, 138 Automatic headlamp mode ...98 Automatic interior lighting control .. 101 Automatic locking when driving ...138 Automatic transmission oils ...369 Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine) ...345 BlueTEC AdBlue® tank ...346 AdBlue® tank capacity ...369 Brake fluid - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Collapsible wheel chock ...COMAND system see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch ...Comfort submenu Easy-entry/exit feature ...Fold the multifunction display ...Cruise control ...Activating ...Canceling ...Changing the set speed ...Last stored speed ...Lever ...Messages - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
272 Hydroplaning ...262 Instructions ...108, 259 In winter ...258 Off-road ...262 Problems ...111 Safety 179, 189 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps ...137 Interior lighting ...138 Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel Dimensions (vehicle) see Vehicle specification Direction of rotation (tires) - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
ESP® ...63 Driving systems Air suspension program ...159 All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ...166 Cruise control ...144 Distronic ...147 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) ...212 Electrical system (Technical data) see Vehicle specification Electronic Stability Program see ESP® Electronic Traction System - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Refueling ...226 Requirements ...371 Fuel filler flap ...227 Opening manually ...324 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities ...368 Fuel exterior rear view mirrors ...95, 140 Four-wheel drive see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Front air bags see Air bags Front axle oil ...369 Front lamps see - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
10 Index Transmission position indicator ...Transmission positions ...Generator see Alternator Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey Glove box ...Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Trailer Weight see GTW Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR GTW (Gross Trailer - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
102 Rear reading lamps ...102 Interior rear view mirror ...93 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...94 Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments 350 K Key, Mechanical Loss of ...73 Replacing ...74 Unlocking/locking manually ...323 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp ...73 Checking batteries ...73 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Daytime running lamp mode ...99 Exterior ...97 Interior ...101 Limp-home mode ...119 Load index -GO ...71 Manually ...324 SmartKey ...70 Loss of Key ...73 Service and Warranty Information support ...87 Manual headlamp mode (Lowbeam headlamps) ...98 Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Gearshift control ...118 Heating ...93 Memory function ...96 Overview ...30 13 N Navigation menu ...130 Navigation system see Separate operating instructions NECK-PRO active front head restraints ...53 Resetting ...325 Nets, parcel ...200 Night security illumination ...137 Normal occupant weight - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
109 PRE-SAFE® ...52 Messages in the multifunction display ...290 Problems While driving ...111 With vehicle ...23 With wipers ...105 Product on/off ...168 System sensors ...167 Warning indicators ...27, 168 Parts service ...360 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp (Canada only) see Front passenger - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
limiter ...52 Seat belts ...48 Adjustment function ...51 Children in the vehicle ...55 Cleaning ...280 Fastening ...50 Height adjustment ...51 Proper use of ...49 Safety guidelines ...39 Safety notes ...48 Telltale ...29, 317 Seat heating ...90 Seating capacity ...243 Seats ...82 Adjustment ...82 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Service see Maintenance Service, parts ...360 Service and warranty information ...20 Service intervals see Maintenance System, Service indicator message Service ...211 Sun visors ...210 Suspension tuning see Air suspension program SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) ...22 T Tachometer ...29, 125 Overspeed - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
specification GL 350 BlueTEC ...362 Vehicle specification GL 450 ...362 Vehicle specification GL Services .. 219 System self-test ...215 Telephone ...30 Answering/ending a call ...143 Hands-free microphone ...34 Menu ...142 Operation ...142 Phone book ...143 Redialing ...144 Temperature Interior used - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 20
18 Index Problems under-/overinflation ...236 Retreads ...233 Rims and tires (technical data) ...365 Rotation ...249 Service life ...247 Sizes ...365 Snow Unlocking the vehicle KEYLESS-GO ...71 Manually ...323 SmartKey ...70 Upholstery, cleaning ...280 Useful features ...209 V Vehicle Battery ... - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
manually ...323 Vehicle configuration menu ...140 Vehicle dimensions see Vehicle specification Instructions ...194 Load limit ...243 Terminology ...254 Vehicle maximum load on the tire ...257 Vehicle specification GL 350 BlueTEC ...362 GL 450 ...362 GL see Vehicle specification Wheel Changing ...336 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
in this Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
highways and off-road use. This vehicle has vehicle, read the Operator's Manual. Take time to become Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 26
or other government agency use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or otherwise remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
25 Exterior view ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Multifunction steering wheel ...Center console ...Overhead control panel ...Door control panel ...26 27 28 30 31 33 34 At a glance - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function : ; = Tailgate Power tailgate Rear window defroster Rear window wiper/washer Wiper blade, replacing Wiper blade, cleaning Rear lamps Fuel filler flap - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
console Page I 144 147 28, 124 30, 125 J K L M N 118 114 166 33 R 208 207 212 31 O P Q Function Starter switch Steering wheel adjustment, manual On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket Hood lock release Parking brake release Parking brake pedal Door control panel Exterior lamp switch Steering wheel - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
28 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster At a glance Function : ; = # Left turn signal indicator lamp To dim instrument cluster illumination Reset button for: Trip odometer Settings To brighten instrument cluster illumination ! Right turn signal indicator lamp Clock Speedometer with: ! Antilock - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Instrument cluster 29 Function D Multifunction display with: Trip odometer Main odometer Tachometer with: 7 Seat belt telltale % Preglow indicator lamp, diesel engine only + Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp L Low-beam headlamp indicator lamp ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
submenus in the Settings menu to set values to set the volume Press button ? to turn the Voice Control System on5, see separate operating instructions. Press button V or U to select next/previous menu. Page 127 142 142 142 142 142 129 142 133 = 125 4 5 Function only available in telephone - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
console Center console Upper part (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package) D E F G H I J K L Function : COMAND system, see separate operating instructions Climate control system Rear window defroster Seat heating, front passenger side Seat ventilation, front passenger side Parktronic system - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
lamp (Canada only) Page 90 90 159 64 168 101 42, 322 46, 322 At a glance Function : COMAND system, see separate operating instructions Climate control system Rear window defroster Seat heating, front passenger side Seat ventilation, front passenger side Rotary switch for differential locks Switch - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
holder Page : 211 212 209 207 209 ; = ? A B C D E F G Function Left front reading lamp on/ off Automatic interior lighting Rear interior lighting on/off Front interior lighting on/ off Right reading lamp on/off Front right interior lamp Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch SOS button (Tele Aid system - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
glance H Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone and Voice Control System, see separate operating instructions Front left interior lamp 101 I Function : ; = ? Inside door handle Central locking/unlocking switch Exterior rear view mirror adjustment Selection buttons - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
35 Vehicle equipment ...Occupant safety ...Panic alarm ...Driving safety systems ...Anti-theft systems ...36 36 61 61 66 Safety and security - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle. The restraint - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible Rrollovers Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to give the buyer this Operator's Manual. G Warning! Accident research shows that - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz They could tear. not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts. severely weaken them. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
refer them to the applicable section in the Operator's Manual. vehicle deceleration rate required for second stage inflation of to that provided by the seat belt on whether the respective seat belt is in use of the side impact air bags and/or the window curtain air bags Rdepending Rindependently - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 43
the front passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system's deployment threshold. G Warning! Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the side impact air bags - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
, including the trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Both the driver and the front passenger should always use the 42 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Occupant safety G Warning! indicator lamp out, the front passenger front air bag is activated. When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual, the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
passenger door. G Warning! RDo RDo If the 42 indicator lamp does not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. For more information, see the "Practical hints" section (Y page 322). RDo not - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from instructions for installation of special child seats. Safety and security G Warning! Seat belts Safety notes The use must be checked. Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Mercedes-Benz Center. touch the neck. Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm. For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the seat belt outlet. 49 G Warning! RSeat USE child seat manufacturer's instructions. RWhen Z Safety and security Proper use of seat belts - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
™ air bag deactivation system, Canada only: Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding latch plate ; (Y page 50). - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
were activated must be replaced. For your safety, when disposing of the pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The PRE-SAFE® system has electrically operated reversible pre-tensioners that do not require replacement after - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
provide the head with increased support earlier on in the collision model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the NECK-PRO active front head restraints and/ or the deployment of the front side impact air bags. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential see page 91. Position steering wheel : properly. See (Y page 91) for manual adjustment and (Y page 92) for electrical adjustment. Make sure: RYou can reach - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: X Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child. seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs. the head restraint so that it is as close to the head - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
belt retractor will be deactivated. Safety and security Rsudden Ran changes of direction accident Infant and child restraint systems We recommend all be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint. When using any infant restraint, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
manufacturer's instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to seat backrest could fold. The child seat would no longer be supported properly or positioned to provide its intended benefit. That could cause serious - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced. 59 X Guide top tether strap ? between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest. be used and can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
properly. X Install a LATCH-type child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle rear door window switches in the rear door panels. This can be useful, for instance, when you have children riding in the rear passenger - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
override switch : again. The switch disengages from its recessed position back to its original position. The rear door windows can be operated again using the respective switch located in the rear doors. For more information on power windows, see the "Controls in detail" section (Y page 105). 61 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
maneuver X Keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal. ABS G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS G Warning! If the ABS malfunctions, other driving - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
by limiting the engine output, the ESP® works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP® is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP® also stabilizes the vehicle during vehicle and cause an accident. Adapt your driving style to the changed driving characteristics. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! The ESP® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the "Technical data" section of this Operator's Manual. Switching off the ESP® G Warning! The ESP® should not be - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP® X i When the ESP® is switched off LOW RANGE mode (Y page 120), the ESP® designed for off-road use is activated automatically. At speeds below 27 mph (45 km/h), the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
system will initiate the call provided that Ryou have subscribed to the Tele Aid service Rthe Tele Aid service has been activated properly Rthe necessary mobile phone, power supply and GPS coverage are vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Anti-theft systems The SmartKey must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle. X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle. 67 X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
68 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
and air vents ...172 Climate control ...175 3-zone automatic climate control ...181 Rear window defroster ...191 Power tilt/sliding sunroof ...192 Loading and storing ...194 Useful features ...209 Controls in detail - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes When unlocking the vehicle, all turn Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle (Y page 324). X Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Locking and unlocking i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
72 Locking and unlocking Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO RYou can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal another SmartKey Metallic objects such as coins or metal foil Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following: X Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately. X Have the mechanical lock replaced if - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
not be accepted. Activating the key Once you, or an authorized person, has provided the appropriate documents, the Mercedes-Benz Center will need to synchronize the key to your vehicle before it can be used. In order to do so, the MercedesBenz Center need access to your vehicle. If the vehicle has - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
can lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside using the central locking switches. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. 75 A minimum height clearance of - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
arrow = and hold it there. The tailgate is released and can be opened manually. X Lower tailgate by pulling firmly on handles :. X Close tailgate with hands dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Controls in detail ! Always - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Locking and unlocking - 77 pressing the tailgate closing switch pressing the KEYLESS-GO locking/ closing switch RPress RPress RPress RPull or pull the remote tailgate opening/ closing switch on the driver's door. the tailgate closing switch. the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. outside handle - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
's on-board electronics have status 0): Press button F on the SmartKey. You can close the tailgate and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. If the tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing, the closing procedure is stopped and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 81
/ closing switch :. Limiting opening height of tailgate You can limit the opening height of the tailgate in the upper opening range. This can be useful, for example, when the space above the tailgate is not sufficient. Activating X Open the tailgate: Pull on handle (Y page 75) or press and hold - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
80 X Starter switch positions Press and hold the tailgate closing switch in the tailgate (Y page 78) until you hear a short acoustic signal. The opening height of the tailgate is limited. The tailgate will now stop at the stored position when opened. X Controls in detail Deactivating X Press and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Starter switch positions the SmartKey is in the vehicle, the vehicle's electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. 81 Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
is as close to the head as possible. The center of the head restraint must support the back of the head at eye level. place hands under the seat or near as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
up or down in direction of arrow :. Head restraint height adjustment, manual This feature is only available in vehicles without memory function. G is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly. Controls in detail ! Do not attempt to remove front seat head restraints. They can only be removed by qualified technicians. We recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
97). Z Controls in detail To help avoid personal injury, the second-row seat backrests must be properly locked either in the upright position or, when using the expanded cargo volume, in the fully folded position while the vehicle is in motion. Pull and hold easy-entry lever : once again in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
of the second-row seat base. Returning second-row seats to their original position G Warning! When occupants have entered or exited the vehicle using the easy-entry/exit feature, before driving off make sure Rthe seats are properly locked Rthe seat backrests are in an upright position Controls in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Rthe seats are properly locked Rthe seat backrests are in an upright position Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the driver's seat lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine. X Curvature position: Use button : to move the curvature up and button = to move it down. X Degree of - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
supported or positioned to provide its intended benefit. Head restraint height G Warning! With a rear seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use lean firmly against the seat backrest. X Raising: Manually adjust the height of head restraint : by - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
row seats or the third-row seats can be adjusted manually. X While seated, reach behind you with both hands head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
button ? or to the center with button =. X Seat backrest side bolsters: Adjust the side bolsters so that they provide good lateral support using switch ;. Switch on the ignition. Switching on: Press respective seat ventilation switch :. Three blue indicator lamps ; in seat ventilation switch : come - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Rall can move your legs freely displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible Steering wheel adjustment, manual (USA only) X Unlocking: Pull release handle : out to its stop limit. X Move steering wheel to the desired position. Z Controls in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
92 X Multifunction steering wheel Locking: Push release handle : back to its original position. X Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in and out before driving off. To stop steering wheel movement do one of the following: RMove RPress RPress - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
. Switching on: Turn switch at the tip of the stalk in direction of arrow :. Indicator lamp = comes on. X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually. i The steering wheel heating may be suspended temporarily. However, indicator lamp = remains on. The steering wheel heating is suspended when - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
setting. Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. ! If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly hit from the front, manually - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
140). Z Controls in detail The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror. The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver's side do not react, for example, when transporting cargo which - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
per front seat. Each memory position button on the driver's side can store all of the following settings: RSeat Folding in and out manually The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are not folded out completely. position wheel position rear view mirrors' position RSteering RExterior - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Lighting modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 97 Storing positions into memory X X Adjust the seats. On the driver's side, also adjust the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
sounds. In addition the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp manually. ! Failure to switch off the parking lamps when leaving the vehicle may result in a discharged battery. i Vehicles without front fog lamps: For better - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
mode is deactivated by default. X Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control system, see "Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. The corresponding - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
page 136) and "Switching night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) on or off" (Y page 137). i To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes, press the combination switch only to point of resistance and release. The corresponding turn signal lamps will flash three - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys. Interior lighting in the front X Switching on: Press hazard warning flasher switch :. All turn signal lamps are flashing. i With the hazard warning flasher - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
could result in a discharged battery. Second-row reading lamps Deactivating: Press button ~. Button ~ engages. Manual control ! An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically. Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
intermittent wiping8 3 Å Fast intermittent wiping9 4 ° Slow continuous wiping 5 ¯ Fast continuous wiping B í Single wipe/ î Wiping with i The rear interior lighting is switched on and off using the button on the front overhead control panel (Y page 101). Wipers Notes ! Do not operate the wipers - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
automatically when the automatic transmission is shifted into reverse gear R with the windshield wipers switched on. X wiper setting is changed using the combination switch Combination switch : Rear window wiper switch 2 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 3 Intermittent wiping 4 Rear window - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
hinged quarter windows can be operated from the driver's seat only. 105 Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), wiper speed the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Rhave Power windows Opening and closing The door windows - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
operation: Press or pull the respective switch again. Closing when a door window is blocked i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" (Y page 107) and "Convenience closing feature" (Y page 107). i After switching off the ignition or removing the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Power windows X 107 Closing: Pull switch A and release. Both hinged quarter windows close completely. Summer opening feature When the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously Ropening Ropening Ropening the tilt/sliding sunroof Rswitching on the seat - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
108 Driving and parking anyone being harmed by the closing procedure, press and hold button &. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: RRelease the lock button on the outside door Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
position indicator in the multifunction display should be on P (Y page 116). You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. The SmartKey must be located in the vehicle. With SmartKey X X Do not depress the accelerator pedal. Gasoline - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
not run a cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine. This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! If an acoustic warning sounds and the message Release Parking Brake appears in the multifunction display - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
X Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. Shift the earlier. For more information on driving, see "Driving instructions" (Y page 259). For information on off-road driving, see "Offroad - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle's brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. If no damage on major assemblies, fuel system, and engine mount can be determined: X G Warning! Start the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
from the starter switch (Y page 80). When you turn off the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and open a front door, the automatic to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P. i Observe instructions if you want the automatic transmission to remain in neutral position - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Neutral position h Drive position ! Allow the engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been the engine and the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i During the brief warm-up, transmission - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
: on the gear selector lever. SmartKey: When you turn off the engine using the SmartKey, and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open a front the vehicle through an automatic conveyortype car wash, observe the following instructions. G Warning! G Warning! Keep in mind that turning off - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
116 Automatic transmission With SmartKey: X Shifting procedure The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on Rthe selected gear range (Y page 118) Rthe Rthe Controls in detail Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
P. X Have the vehicle's electrical system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. C Reverse gear Shift the automatic -Benz Limited Warranty. 7 Drive position The automatic transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available. Driving tips Kickdown Use - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
When you tow a trailer, shift into a lower gear range manually if the automatic transmission hunts between gears on inclines. A lower gear on trailer towing, see "Trailer towing" (Y page 269). 4 For maximum use of the engine's braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades. One-touch - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
reverse gear R. X Have the automatic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Briefly pull left gearshift control :. The limit X Transfer case The vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive (4MATIC). Both the front and rear axles are powered at all times when - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Transfer case covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Gear ranges There are two possible settings. HIGH RANGE LOW RANGE Road position for all normal driving situations. (LOW RANGE mode off) Off-road position for traveling on rough terrain. (LOW RANGE mode on) Also use the off-road position - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Differential locks Switching LOW RANGE mode indicating that the LOW RANGE mode has been activated. 121 i You can cancel the procedure by pressing the LOW RANGE switch again while the indicator lamp is flashing. ! The shifting procedure can only be performed when the following conditions are met: - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
not be engaged when driving on paved roads and should only be used to the extent necessary to negotiate offroad conditions which cannot be handled sits idle because it receives no power. The 4-ETS addresses this problem and provides for good control and steering ability by automatically slowing the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
most driving situations since the center differential is locked and released as required. i At speeds up to 19 mph (30 km/h), it is possible to manually lock the differential locks for driving on rough terrain. X Start the engine. The center differential lock is in AUTO mode. The indicator lamp on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Center differential completely locked ! If the differential locks have been manually engaged, the tires will scuff on the road surface when Reset button = To brighten instrument cluster illumination For information on changing the instrument cluster settings, e.g. the language, see (Y page - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is vehicle and to change vehicle settings. For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service, to set - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
the current menu. In the Settings menu, instead of functions, you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings. For instructions on using these submenus, see "Settings menu" (Y page 132). Controls in detail 10 Function 11 Vehicles only available in telephone menu. without - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
gear range 127 indicator ? Outside temperature or digital speedometer Multifunction display : Trip odometer ; Main odometer Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
TPMS (Y page 239) (USA only) coolant temperature (Y page 128) up digital speedometer or outside temperature (Y page 129) up maintenance service indicator display (Y page 274) Controls in detail ? A B C D E F RCalling Checking coolant temperature G Warning! Driving when your engine is overheated - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
†). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 129 Audio/DVD menu The functions in the Audio/DVD menu system operating instructions. Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to a satellite radio service provider are - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
list is available): Press and hold button * or & to select a station. You can only store new stations using the corresponding feature on the radio. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. You can also operate the radio in the usual manner. Operating video DVD X Controls in detail - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
. Please refer to the "Driving systems" section of this manual (Y page 147) for instructions on how to activate Distronic. 131 Off-road menu The the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. X Distronic menu Use the Distronic menu to display - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
133) cluster submenu (Y page 133) submenu (Y page 135) submenu (Y page 136) X RInstrument RTime/Date RLighting Press the reset button once more. The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset button a second time. After - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) on or off (Y page 137) interior lighting delayed shut-off on or off (Y page 138) RSwitching Use button W or X to change the settings of the respective function. The following lists show what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
mode X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button &. X Press button W or X to select the language to be used for the multifunction display messages. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
X Press button W or X to set the hours or minute(s). Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the time and date display settings. The following functions are available: RSetting RSetting the time (Y page 135) the date (Y page 135 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle. The following page 137) night security illumination on or off (Y page 137) interior lighting delayed shut-off on or off (Y page 138) lamps plate - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
5 the brightest level. The ambient light is switched off at setting 0. Switching night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) on or off Use this function to set whether you would like the exterior lamps to remain on for 15 seconds during darkness after exiting the vehicle and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
shut-off feature is deactivated. It will reactivate as soon as you start the engine. Switching interior lighting delayed shutoff on or off Use this function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to remain on for 10 seconds during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
) X RActivating/deactivating RSwitching Press button W or X to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the easy-entry/exit feature. Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature (Y page 92). G Warning! You must make sure no one can become - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
feature. Switching fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors on or off Use this function to set the exterior rear view mirrors to be folded in automatically . You will then have to fold out the exterior rear view mirrors using the button on the door control panel (Y page 95). Make sure both - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
start X Press button W or X repeatedly until the desired speed is shown in the multifunction display. When DSR is switched on, DSR will use the programmed default speed to regulate the vehicle's speed. All statistics stored since the last engine start will be reset approximately 4 hours after the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
142 Control system Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Distance to empty X Controls in detail Press button U or V repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. X Press button & or * repeatedly until the message From Reset appears in the multifunction - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
instructions. X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display. One of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display: RNo Service has found a network and is ready for use. You can operate it using the control system. : Selected name from - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
and this feature is supported by your network provider, Damping System (ADS) and vehicle level control) drive (4MATIC) system Controls in detail or X Press button ~ if maintains the speed you set for your vehicle automatically. The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed. RThe 145 use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control. the cruise control when driving in fog - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
addition, on longer downhill grades the automatic transmission will downshift automatically. Changing the set speed G Warning! Keep in mind that it may lever in direction of arrow =. The last set speed is stored for later use. The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
function in the same way as standard cruise control (Y page 144). G Warning! The Distronic requires familiarity with its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Distronic if the road, weather and traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed. G Warning! Use of the Distronic can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control. The Distronic does not function in adverse sight - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The vehicle speed displayed on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
in the multifunction display for approximately 5 seconds. The following display appears in the multifunction display. Distronic menu in the control system Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the current settings for your Distronic system. The information shown in the multifunction display depends on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
to a slower moving vehicle in front of you will not be set. Your vehicle speed will then be determined only by the accelerator pedal position. Changing the set speed G Warning! Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments. Increase or decrease the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
152 Driving systems When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate, the brake system will message appears briefly in the multifunction display: DISTRONIC Off The last set speed is stored for later use. The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off. The Distronic - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Distronic by varying the time setting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Using this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle, set distance). This means that: RYour vehicle can pass another vehicle after you have changed lanes. RWhile in a sharp turn or if the preceding vehicle is in a - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
G Warning! The Distronic should not be used in snowy or icy road conditions. The the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable - See Operator's Manual appears in the multifunction display. For cleaning and distance to the preceding vehicle. Lane changing i If the message DISTRONIC Available Again - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Driving systems have not yet been detected by the Distronic. There will be insufficient distance to the preceding vehicles. X 155 Distance warning function This function warns you at a vehicle speed of above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) in the following cases: RAt the current speed, the distance - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
. Once the DSR is switched on, you can adjust the set speed using the cruise control lever (Y page 145). Keep in mind that adjusting the set speed using the cruise control lever with the DSR switched on will not change the programmed default speed. If the DSR is switched off and then switched - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
the DSR switched on (Y page 157), the speed setting can be changed using the cruise control lever. Switching on the DSR The DSR can only be set speed while driving, see "Adjusting the DSR speed" (Y page 157). You can change the set speed between 3-10 mph (Canada: 4-18 km/h). You can increase or - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
off. If the DSR is switched on again, the DSR will use the programmed default speed (Y page 141). Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments Each time the set speed is changed, DSR will appear in the multifunction display and the changed set speed is shown. The new speed is set and the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Driving systems 159 Vehicles without enhanced off-road package Air suspension program The system lets you select the chassis and suspension setup. The chassis and suspension setup adjusts the damping behavior and the ride height for your vehicle. The system consists of two components. The - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
The vehicle will then reach the set level as fast as possible. When you park the vehicle and the ambient temperature changes, the vehicle level may change visibly. When the temperature drops, the vehicle lowers. When the temperature rises, the vehicle raises. The vehicle automatically regulates its - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using vehicle level control switch : in the center level is the highspeed level that is set automatically. The following is the approximate change in ride height for each of the level settings: Level Raised level Highway level13 Highspeed - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Controls in detail X Basic settings The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected using rotatable outer adjustment ring : in the center console: Level Off-road level 3 that is set automatically. The following is the approximate change in ride height for each of the level settings: - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
injury to you or others. If you are driving too fast while using off-road level 3, you will see the following message in the multifunction Z Controls in detail Vehicle off-road level 3 is not intended for use on paved roads. This vehicle level is intended for clearing impracticable situations at - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
you of the maximum permissible driving speed with off-road level 3. If you drive faster than 12 mph (20 km/h) for a short period while using off-road level 3, the following message appears in the multifunction display in red: The lower and middle indicator lamps = comes on continuously. While the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Driving systems You will see, for example, the following message in the multifunction display: 165 RDepending on the ADS setting (Y page 159), the vehicle will be lowered to the highspeed level when traveling at higher speeds. At speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) at the latest, it will be returned to - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
: Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground. Controls in which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the 4MATIC is only achieved with winter tires - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Driving systems in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. 167 ! Ultrasonic signals from outside sources (e.g. truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers) may impair the operation of the Parktronic system. Range of the sensors To function properly, sensors : must be free of dirt, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
168 Driving systems signal. If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the Parktronic system. Current transmission position D R or N Warning indicator Front area activated Front and rear area activated Warning indicators Controls in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Parktronic switch :. Indicator lamp ; comes on. X Switching on: Press Parktronic switch : again. Have the Parktronic system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds, the Parktronic system sensors - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color-blind or have impaired color vision. Only use rear view camera if you can see and distinguish all colored flicker) is a sudden change in temperature, e.g. if you by a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz Camera lens : must be free - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
they actually are, for example: Rthe Ra bumper of a vehicle parked behind you back of a truck trailer hitch In such cases, you should not use the guidelines to judge the distance. You may misjudge the distance which increases the risk of impacting the objects. Even when the object you approach - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
vents. Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents. If necessary, use the air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin. The rear automatic climate control allows - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Overview of climate control system functions and air vents For best possible performance of the climate control: X 173 Side air vents i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents Example illustration driver's side : Left side - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
174 Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Air vents in the roof liner over the second-row seats Air vents in the roof liner over the thirdrow seats Controls in detail Vehicles with 3-zone automatic climate control only : Thumbwheel for air volume control ; Air vent, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
button Á comes on. (Y page 177) Residual heat/ventilation i With the engine turned off, it (Y page 180) is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior. Z Controls in detail - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
179) (Y page 191) (Y page 178) Controls in detail (Y page 178) i Only use this function for a (Y page 180) short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the current - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 177 Deactivating the rear climate control from the button Ã. Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the interior air with the air conditioning. X Press button Á again. The indicator lamp in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols on the buttons represent The settings for the passenger side are also used for the rear passenger compartment. X Deactivating: - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
off. The selected blower speed is shown in air volume display G (Y page 175). When using the Voice Control System, the blower speed reduces automatically. When the Voice Control System is not used anymore, the blower speed increases to the previously selected level. Press button I to decrease or - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
interior window fogging. If interior window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button ¦. X i The manually is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
3-zone automatic climate control 3-zone automatic climate control Control panels 181 USA only Function : Temperature control, driver's side ; Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) = Front defroster Recommendation/Notes i Set the temperature to 72‡ (Y page 187) (22†). i Switches on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
it (Y page 191) is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior. C Temperature control, passenger i Set the temperature to 72‡ (Y page 189) (Y page 191) (Y page 186) (Y page 188) (Y page 188) i Only use this function for a (Y page 190) short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
3-zone automatic climate control 183 Canada only Function : Temperature control, driver's side ; Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) = Air distribution, driver's side (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) ? Front defroster Recommendation/Notes i Set the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
i With the engine turned off, it (Y page 191) is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior. (Y page 189) J Display K Decreasing air volume L Air recirculation i Only use this function for a (Y page 190) short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can fog up due to - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
It cools the vehicle's interior according to the angle and either the automatic or manual mode. Nearly all If the vehicle interior is hot, ventilate the interior before driving will then adjust the interior temperature to the set reduce the air volume to the interior and the windows could fog - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
is normal and not an indication of a malfunction. Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the cooling function of the climate control system. The interior air will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified. X Press button Á. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The cooling function switches - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and The settings for the passenger side are also used for the rear passenger compartment. X Deactivating: Press the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Press an air distribution button Z14, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
only X Increasing/decreasing: Turn temperature control : and/or E (Y page 183) slightly clockwise or counterclockwise. The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols on the buttons represent the following functions: Symbol ¯ P O Function Directs air to the windshield and side air vents - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Control System, the blower speed reduces automatically. When the Voice Control System is not used anymore, the blower speed increases to the previously selected level. 189 \ P You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also defog the windshield - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
you and others. If the windows begin to fog on the inside, switching off the air recirculation mode immediately should clear interior window fogging. If interior window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button ¦. X Press button ¦ once more. The indicator lamp - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. panel, an interior temperature is aimed at by 72‡ (22†) and the blower runs on low speed to protect the vehicle battery. X i If you manually set the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
keep in mind that weather conditions can sometimes change rapidly. Make sure to close the tilt/sliding sunroof when leaving the vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i You can also open or close - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
compartment. To reduce or eliminate these noises, change the position of the tilt/ sliding sunroof or open a window slightly. Raising X 193 Sunroof switch With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back. Raising manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
the above steps. Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
place to carry objects. The expanded cargo volume (Y page 201) should only be used for items which do not fit in the cargo compartment alone. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: RAlways place items being carried against - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
carriers, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! Only use carriers when the crossbars have been completely mounted. The left and right roof rails are only stabilized by means of the crossbars mounted. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
causes the vehicle to have a higher center of gravity, thereby changing the vehicle's driving characteristics. Accordingly, the additional weight on the not use accessories which have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz for use in conjunction with these crossbars. If nonapproved accessories are used, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
198 Loading and storing i Markings E are located on the inside of each roof rail, indicated by the white lines in the illustration. Controls in detail : Key ; Cover cap = Sticker FRONT (or REAR) ? Screw for clamping claw A Clamping claw ? Screw for clamping claw A Clamping claw F Roof rail X The - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Loading and storing X 199 Attach cover caps (Y page 198) and lock them. X Store key and hex key back into the storage well (Y page 284). Adjusting the clamping widths of the crossbars X Only install the crossbars at the exact locations designated on the roof rails. The designated locations for - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
of the front seat backrests. H Cover strip X Cargo tie-down rings Your vehicle is equipped with eight cargo tiedown rings. Always follow loading instructions (Y page 194). Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all the cargo tie-down rings with a rope of sufficient strength to hold down - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
with the tailgate open. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. ! When the second-row seats are folded row seats There are several ways to fold the third-row seats. Use the left button, indicated by L, to fold down the left third-row seat - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Do not fold the second-row seats and allow thirdrow seat occupants to use folded second-row seats as a table while driving. Objects placed on folded second-row seats may come loose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or an Example - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
be thrown around the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 203 Folding second-row seats X Lower the head restraints of the secondrow seats completely (Y page 88). Folding third-row seats Use the left button, indicated - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
204 Loading and storing i It is only possible to fold the third-row seats down when the tailgate is open. Returning seats to their original position G Warning! Example, button for the right third-row seats : Button for returning third-row seats to upright position ; Button for folding the third- - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
blind into mounts ; and release. Mount cover behind second-row seats Z Controls in detail Rolling up: Disengage cargo compartment cover blind and guide retraction by its handle :. Before removing or installing cargo compartment cover blind behind the thirdrow seats, fold the left or right third - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
avoid loss of the mount covers, insert the mount covers into the mounts currently not in use. X Make sure release button = faces up and the handle : is to the cover blind over right mount. X Press release button = and guide cargo compartment cover blind into mount. X Make sure cargo compartment - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
cargo higher than the seat backrests. If so equipped, always use the cargo net when transporting cargo. The cargo net cannot secure on Audio AUX mode or on media interface, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. Z Belt hook attached behind the third-row seat backrest Controls in detail - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
briefly. The cover opens automatically. Front armrest storage compartment You can lock the glove box, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. 1 Glove box unlocked 2 Glove box locked i The Roadside Assistance button - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
front of the rear seats. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. X Removing: Hold cup holder - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
window X X Close vanity mirror cover ? if opened. Disengage sun visor : from mounting C. X Pivot sun visor : to the side. Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
vehicle. You can open and close the sunshade by hand. X X ! Always guide the sunshade. Do not let it snap back abruptly, as it could be damaged cover ;. Rear center console ashtray ! Close the ashtray when not in use and before folding the second-row seats. Otherwise you could damage the ashtray - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
voltage drops to this minimum level, the power outlets are automatically switched off, to help preserve engine starting power. 12V Power outlets ! If you use all power outlets in the vehicle, make sure that the maximum current drawn does not exceed 55 A. ! The power outlets in the front passenger - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
injured. 213 G Warning! Front passenger footwell G Warning! If the 115V AC socket is damaged or torn out of the trim, do not use or touch the 115V AC socket. Using a 115V AC socket that is damaged or torn out of the trim could cause serious personal injury to you and/or others - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
you will receive a user ID and password in the mail. You may use this password to access the Tele Aid section in "Owner's Online" at is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air time Rvehicle battery power authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
215 and manual emergency Assistance RInformation X Press button W or X on the multifunction steering wheel. or X Use the adjustment means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
216 Useful features (determined by the GPS satellite location system), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. Initiating an emergency call manually Roadside Assistance button X Open - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Useful is connected you can change to the navigation menu by Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information. Sign and Drive services (USA only): Services identification number, model, color and location - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available use it only with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Destination Download to the COMAND system i The components and operating principles of the COMAND system can be found in the separate COMAND system operating instructions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Useful features on "Search & Send", refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. 219 Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services In the required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door that cannot detect an - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
keeping indicator lamp : in view. X Step 4: Using both hands, simultaneously press hand-held remote control button flash, first slowly and then rapidly. Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote signal or X Step 5: After indicator lamp : changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
Useful features Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions . 221 i Exact location and color of the button may vary by to the garage door opener Operator's Manual. X Step 9: Press the "training - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
same device, try the programming steps again using that other hand-held remote control. Make Mercedes-Benz Center, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or the HomeLink® Hotline (USA only) at 1-800-355-3515, or the Customer Service - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
the equipment. Compass X 223 Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
is engaged properly by folding the seat all the way in and out. Controls in detail To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, infrared transparent areas : are placed in the windshield. Seat cover under in or out (Y page 201). X Put the seat cover back into place using the guide pins. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
225 Vehicle equipment ...The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ...At the gas station ...Engine compartment ...Tires and wheels ...Winter driving ...Driving instructions ...Maintenance ...Vehicle care ...226 226 226 228 233 257 259 273 275 Operation - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
all features described in this manual. At the gas station the permissible maximum. All of the above instructions, as may apply to your vehicle type, use of non-approved fuels or fuel additives or resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel or vice versa is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
than ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). The use of such non-approved fuels and/or special additives is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i Gasoline engine: Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 (average of 96 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
not blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene. The fuel system and engine will otherwise be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is offered Opening G Warning! Do not open the hood when the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Rwhile Rwhen the ignition is switched on and the engine is turned manually G Warning! Vehicles with diesel engine: The engine is equipped with by gas-filled struts automatically. Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Notes on checking engine oil level When checking - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. X Adding engine oil ! Only use Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty: RUsing engine oils and oil filters of specification Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. of oil and oil filter at change . RDo Example illustration: GL 450 (GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 550 similar) X X - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
contact with hot engine parts. antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. RDo ! Always use washer solvent/antifreeze where temperatures may fall below freezing point. Failure to do so could result in damage to the washer system/fluid reservoir - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
ROnly use sets less than 1/8 in (3 mm). in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. RTires must be of the correct size tire temperature changes. When the tire temperature changes by 18‡ (10†), the tire inflation pressure will change by specific to each vehicle and may vary from - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
wheel rim Rthe "Technical data" section of this Operator's Manual (Y page 368) Rthe Tire and Loading Information placard on the the tire inflation pressure label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. Tire temperature and tire inflation pressure are Mercedes-Benz Center. Z Operation - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
the tire inflation pressure as specified for a fully loaded vehicle. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires G Warning! Operation Example distance Radversely Rincrease Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures specific to rim diameter - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 239
the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 237 stem of the valve . If a wheel's rotational speed changes due to falling tire inflation pressure, cold (Y page 234). Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
's door B-pillar or Rthe you have changed the tire inflation pressure you have replaced the pressures are not listed in the Operator's Manual. G Warning! The tire pressure loss applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers. Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Tires and wheels After a certain "learning phase", the tire pressure loss warning system checks the set pressure values for all four tires. X If you wish to cancel: Press button X. 239 G Warning! Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS), (USA only) Your vehicle is equipped with - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
take up to 10 minutes for the system to signal a malfunction using the TPMS telltale flashing and illumination sequence. The telltale extinguishes after a malfunction has been corrected. Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display. The current tire inflation pressure for each - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
provided, it can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver's door B-pillar (Y wish to cancel: Press button X. i When the wheel positions have been changed, the inflation pressure of a tire may be displayed for the wrong position - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
). Never exceed the GVWR or GAWR for either the front axle or rear axle. Operation i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure : for the tire. Always - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Seating capacity i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illustration purposes only. Seating capacity data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your following examples use a load limit of 1 500 lbs. This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Tires and wheels Example 1 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs Example 2 1 500 lbs Example 3 1 500 lbs 245 Example 1 Step 2 Number of occupants 5 (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight front: 2 rear: 3 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data maximum weight the tires are designed to support. For more information on tire load rating tire for temporary use only until the regular result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. MOExtended - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
age and become worn over time even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when kit. TIREFIT kits are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For information on driving in case of years, regardless of the remaining tread. The service life of a tire is dependent upon - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
separately or in combination, can cause Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. The wheels could come loose if they are not tightened to a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. Tire rotation can be performed - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
tire inflation pressure. For information on wheel change, see "Flat tire" (Y page 336). and speed Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. General: Depending on the design standards used pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tire width Tire width : indicates result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Load index A is - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
1356 lb (615 kg) the tire is designed to support. See also "Maximum tire load" (Y page 246) local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing include a "ZR" in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. Example: 275/40 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) and have been designed specifically for use in snow conditions. An electronic speed limiter prevents your sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
code ? may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire see (Y page 233). i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This marking - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
is bar. There are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Load index Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. DOT (Department of Transportation) A tire branding symbol which denotes the tire meets requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Maximum load rating - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
accessory weight, total load limit, and production options weight. Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim. Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load and have been designed specifically for use in snow conditions. Use of winter tires is For information on winter tires for your vehicle model, see the "Technical data" section (Y page 365 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death instructions. ! If snow chains are mounted to the front wheels, they may scrape against the body or axle components. The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. ROnly use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
use the cruise control system under such conditions. When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action. Maintenance system. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Driving instructions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
instructions using the engine's braking power, a drive wheel may not spin for an extended period of time, e.g. on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz cool down the brakes faster. Brake service ! The brake fluid level in the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Driving instructions Have the brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only install brake pads and use brake fluid - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
instructions ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz you use only the service brake. changing before you attempt any difficult terrain off-road driving. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Driving instructions We recommend that you start out with easy off-road travel. 263 Special driving features for off-road driving The following driving features are available for specific kind of operation: ROff-road ROff-road ROff-road RHill-start RLOW ABS (Y page 63) ESP® (Y page 65) 4-ETS (Y - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
GL GL 350 550 BlueTEC 31° 26° 32° 27° ; all models 26° 21° ; all models tires for possible damage and remove foreign objects. missing valve caps. RReplace Rims RDented or bent rims can cause tire inflation pressure loss and damage the tire beads. For this reason, check and, if necessary, change - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
instructions speeding up too much after climbing a hill. Use the momentum of the vehicle to drive across service brake as needed. i For maximum engine speed, see "Tachometer" (Y page 125) and see vehicle specification RDrive i The hill-start assist system supports you when driving uphill. For more - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
266 Driving instructions i The special Off-road ABS (Y page 63) setting allows 's doors while driving through water. Water could otherwise enter the vehicle interior and damage the vehicle's electronics, as well as the interior equipment. RThere is a very high level of driving resistance in water - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Driving instructions Crossing obstacles wheels at the center of the obstacle, and repeat or rolling over. G Warning! ! Obstacles can damage the vehicle underbody or suspension components. If possible use the assistance of a second person outside the vehicle to scout the path you intend to take and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Driving instructions LOW the radiator, chassis, engine, brakes, and wheels from extreme dirt using a strong jet of water. tires for possible damage. vehicle underbody unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. RCheck RInspect RCheck - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
instructions in this manual can result in vehicle damage and/or serious personal injury. Follow the guidelines below carefully to assure safe trailer operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RThe bumpers on your vehicle are not designed for use with clamp- - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
instructions or the tailgate. The vehicle's level could change and you could endanger yourself and/or others with your local state laws for specific requirements. The switch activates the restrictions that apply to towing also apply when using accessories that are connected to the trailer power - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Driving instructions practice lighting tires inclines repeatedly, shift to a lower gear range manually (Y page 118). Select 4, 3, 2 or 1. A lower RWhen RAlways RWhen going down an incline, shift into a lower gear and use the engine's braking effect. Avoid riding the brakes, thus overheating the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
instructions vehicle and/or opens or closes doors or the tailgate. The vehicle's level could change to use the telephone18 while driving, please use the hands-free device and only use the specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes-Benz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service procedures must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details refer to the Maintenance Booklet. 273 Maintenance service indicator message Information on maintenance work and maintenance intervals - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
service indicator display with the service symbol ¯ and the maintenance service deadline appears in the multifunction display. X Clearing the maintenance service indicator message manually Mercedes-Benz Center or directly from Mercedes-Benz. Operation Calling up the maintenance service - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the inside. Never use fluids or latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved vehicle-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle, it could be inadvertently locked or unlocked. Hand-wash X Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
to the mirrors. X Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. ! Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Window cleaning solutions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. cloth. ! If you use a power washer to clean the sensor covers, observe the following: RFollow the instructions provided by the power - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
. The surface may temporarily change color. If this is the case, wait for it to dry. G Warning! Do not use cleaners or cockpit care sprays trim items X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care on a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. ! Only use acid-free cleaning materials - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure for cleaning the upholstery. G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by MercedesBenz for your vehicle model. Wood trims X Only use water and a damp cloth - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
care Chrome-plated exhaust tip Regular cleaning and care of chrome-plated exhaust tips will help to maintain their shine and the classy appearance. X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Chrome Polishing Paste each time the vehicle has been washed, especially during the winter. 281 Z Operation ! Do not - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
282 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
Vehicle equipment ...Where will I find ...? ...Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ...What to do if ... ...Unlocking/locking manually ...Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints ...Replacing SmartKey batteries ...Replacing bulbs ...Replacing wiper blades ...Flat tire - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Where will I find ...? First aid kit RJack19 RReversible RTowing X Push in floor handle ; as indicated by arrow. X Lift cargo compartment floor : using floor handle ;. X Turn lock : by 90° in direction of the arrow. X - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
spare wheel are not factory-equipped with the tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench. Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain the tools approved for your vehicle. The illustration shows the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
plates upward :. Fold the lower plate outward ;. X Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into jack is designed only for the purpose of changing a wheel. When using the jack, observe the safety notes in Safety notes, see page 336. i The GL 350 BlueTEC does not have a spare wheel. The spare - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Manual. Selecting the Vehicle status message memory menu in the control system (Y page 131) displays both cleared and uncleared messages. High-priority messages appear in the multifunction display in red color. Certain messages of high priority cannot be cleared from the multifunction display using - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
added caution. Wheels may lock Operator's during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Manual X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. The self-diagnosis may not be completed - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 291
display Display messages ABS ABS, ESP Unavailabl e See Operator's Manual Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake system still Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
display Display messages ESP Unavailabl e See Operator's Manual Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the yellow a short distance at a vehicle Operator's speed of above 12 mph (20 km/h). Manual Inoperativ The PRE-SAFE® system has failed. All other occupant safety e See systems, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
(Y page 42) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. Rthe message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied. Wait at least 60 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 294
illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. G Warning! Practical hints If the 42 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps, do - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
bag. Rthe message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Z Practical hints - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Driving control is malfunctioning. e X Have the cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. - - - MPH One of the activation conditions for cruise - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
RThe Distronic cover in the radiator grille is dirty. e RThe functionality is impaired by heavy precipitation or fog. See Operator's RThe system is overheated. Manual X If necessary, clean the Distronic cover in the area of the radiator grille (Y page 278). X If necessary, wait until the system has - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Center. If the automatic transmission is set to neutral position N, reverse gear R or park position P: X Do not drive. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into park position P although the vehicle was still - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
the traffic situation around you. X Check the tires and, if necessary, change the wheel (Y page 336). X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as . e X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Inoperativ There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. At least one wheel , avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel (Y page 336). Practical hints Tire Pressure(s ) Please Correct - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required. X If necessary, change the wheel (Y page 336). 299 G Warning! G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Manual X Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz . X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Driving with the message Check - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Center. Restraint The system is malfunctioning. Sys. X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Malfunctio Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked n immediately. Service Required Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
a higher vehicle level. Due to frequent level changes within a short period, the compressor must cool Do not drive faster than 12 mph (20 km/h). You are driving while using off-road level 3. The message reminds you of the maximum speed at which an authorized Mercedes-Benz e Service Center. Required - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
shifting procedure again (Y page 120). 8 Å The LOW RANGE system is malfunctioning. Service Required X Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). If parked X Engage the parking brake if parked. engage X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as pk. brake. possible. Max. Speed 25 MPH - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The SmartKey is malfunctioning. You need a new key. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle Change Key Batteries The SmartKey in the starter switch does not belong to the vehicle. X Find the SmartKey that belongs to - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
the starter switch. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is momentarily not detected. X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle. X If necessary, remove the with the SmartKey in the starter switch. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The telephone has not yet been connected to the COMAND - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
X Add coolant (Y page 231). See X If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling Operator's system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Manual G Warning! Practical hints Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Engage the parking brake. X Do not continue to drive. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The engine oil level is too low. Check engine X Check the engine oil If there are no obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service station to refill your engine oil to the required level. ! Engine - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
as soon as possible See (Y page 346). Operator's Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Manual Remaining The AdBlue® supply has dropped to the minimum level. Starts: next gas station. Fuel Only X Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
system is malfunctioning. Active Headlamps X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as Inoperativ possible. e The left or left or right brake lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute Brake Lamp Left bulb is being used. or X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 328). Brake Lamp - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
left or right front parking lamp is malfunctioning. A Parking substitute bulb is being used. Lamp Front Left X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 328 come on AUTO automatically. Light Inoperativ X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as e possible. To switch off the headlamps - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
lamp switch to its stop. Tail Lamp Left or Tail Lamp Right The left or right tail lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 328). b b b The left or right trailer brake lamp is malfunctioning. Trailer Brake Lamp X Replace the bulb - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
signal lamp is malfunctioning. A Turn substitute bulb is being used. Signal Front Left X Replace the bulb as soon stopped working. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. steering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel (Y page 336). h Tire pressure - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required. X If necessary, change the wheel (Y page 336). h Tire Pressure Check Tires G Warning! Practical hints Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
What to do if ... Brake Problem ! The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. (Y page 287). X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. The ABS has switched off - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Practical 287). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. the brake fluid catching - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
What to do if ... Safety systems Problem 7 The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt telltale reminds - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Problem d The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ESP® has been switched - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
in the multifunction display disappears and the ESP® warning lamp d goes out. Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · The red distance You are too close to the the ESP®. Exceptions: (Y page 64). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
next gas station. the fuel gauge comes on while driving. Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Diesel engine: Your fuel tank was driven empty. X After - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
What to do if ... Tires Problem h USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the Advanced TPMS illuminates continuously. h USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
to continue to function properly. Lamp in center console Practical hints Problem Canada only: 42 The front passenger front air bag off indicator the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the BabySmartTM restraint to transport children on the front - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
locking manually G Warning! than a small individual on the front passenger seat, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. 323 If the 42 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger Problem - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
324 Unlocking/locking manually Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it as follows: X Close the front passenger door, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can open it manually. The fuel filler flap release is located on the passenger side in the the NECK-PRO active front head restraints checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end collision. Z Practical hints i Pressing - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Take reset tool : out of the MercedesBenz literature pouch. X Guide reset tool : into rectangular opening ; between head restraint cushion and NECK-PRO active front head restraints store reset tool : in the Mercedes-Benz literature pouch. For information on NECK-PRO active front head restraints, - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 329
cover. Pat the SmartKey against the palm of your hand until battery = falls out. X Insert the new battery with the positive terminal (+) facing up. Use a lint-free cloth. X Insert the tabs of the battery compartment cover into the housing and press the cover closed. X Slide mechanical key : back - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
demanding process, we recommend to have them replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged bulb sockets can be very hot. Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb. Keep bulbs out of reach of children. Halogen lamps contain pressurized - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Replacing bulbs Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type : Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W ; High-beam lamp/High-beam flasher lamp: H7 55 W = Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W ? Turn signal lamp: 3457A A Side marker lamp: WY 5 W 329 Bi-Xenon headlamps Type : High-beam - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits. RAlways use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. RYour hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. RIf the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Mercedes-Benz recommends using Longlife - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Replacing bulbs X 331 Turn housing cover : counterclockwise and remove it. X Turn bulb socket B with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. Example illustration: Driver's side headlamp : Housing cover for low-beam halogen or Bi; Housing cover for high-beam halogen bulb (high beam and high-beam - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
332 X Replacing bulbs Turn housing cover ; counterclockwise and remove it. X Turn bulb socket C with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket C. X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket C. X Place bulb socket C back into the housing and turn it clockwise until - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Replacing bulbs X 333 Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of lock :. X Turn lock : by 90° in direction of the arrow. X Remove cover ;. Replacing bulbs License plate lamps Example illustration: LED rear lamp driver's side : Backup lamp bulb socket ; Rear fog lamp bulb socket ( - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
, follow the steps described: X i If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off the wipers and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
arm =. X Take off wiper blade : in direction of arrow. X Rear wiper blade ! Do not pull on the wiper blade insert. It could tear. With guide tab = sliding into opening ?, place wiper blade : onto wiper arm in direction of arrow. X Fold wiper blade : towards wiper arm. Tabs ; (Y page 335) must - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
tire Rear wiper blade The spare wheel is for temporary use only. When driving with a spare wheel mounted, ensure different from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a spare wheel mounted. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Make sure - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
G Warning! G Warning! TIREFIT is a limited repair device. TIREFIT cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) and tire damage with plenty of water. If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT, change clothing as soon as possible. In case of allergic reaction or rash - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
with TIREFIT, have it dry-cleaned with perchloroethylene as soon as possible. G Warning! Observe safety instructions on air pump label. X Your vehicle may be equipped with either of two versions of the the passenger footwell and cargo compartment are not designed for use with the electric air pump - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
properly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. i First, the sealing is pumped into the Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT repaired tire may change. Adapt your driving accordingly. Z Practical hints After attaining a - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
the tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench. Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain the tools approved for your vehicle. This section describes the wheel change using the tools approved and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
! When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. The jack is designed help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. Keep - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wheel wrench :). X Assemble the jack (Y page 286). Changing a wheel on a slight incline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a slight incline: The jack - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
base evenly meets the ground. X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. G Warning! Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Z Practical hints Attach reversible ratchet ? to jack = in such a way that the word UP can - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
fall off the jack. X Practical hints Wheel bolt : must be used for 19", 20", and 21" light alloy wheels. Wheel bolt ; must be used for the Minispare wheel. The wheel bolts for the Minispare wheel are located in vehicle tool kit. Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
! Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. The wheels could come loose with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle. MOExtended system The MOExtended by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to check if they are suitable for further use. The failed tire - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
2 AdBlue® refill containers). Always use the particular AdBlue® refill containers for refilling outside the maintenance service interval. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance if necessary (Y page 216). Additional information on BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment and - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
to AdBlue® and do not dilute AdBlue® with water. Otherwise, the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system could be damaged. Damage caused by using additives or diluting with water are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Rinse surfaces that have come into contact with AdBlue - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
's Manual disappears Mercedes-Benz Center. Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries. - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
with clear water. Contact a physician if necessary. Keep children away. G Warning! Follow the instructions in this Operator's Manual. Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit. Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the risk of acid burns in the event of an - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
an accessory battery charge unit expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact an authorized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the battery yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device. Only use a battery - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
can result in it exploding, causing personal injury. Read all instructions before proceeding. 351 If the battery is discharged, the engine system. Such damage will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
negative terminal B. X Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Towing the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. RDo not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. RTowing of the vehicle should only be done using Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury, use extreme caution when removing the rear cover, because the rear exhaust pipe by turning it clockwise. If your vehicle is not equipped with a wheel wrench, use a suitable object to turn the towing eye bolt. or X Removing towing eye - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to shift the automatic transmission into park position P. Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
dashboard on the front passenger side. Example illustration fuse box GL 450 (GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 550 similar) X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture by the arrow. X Loosen fuse box cover : from the dashboard using the lever. X Using your hands, pull fuse box cover : out and remove. X Closing - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Fuses Fuse box in cargo compartment 357 X Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described (Y page 113), you may use the following emergency procedure. X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 284). X Open the fuse box in engine compartment. X Remove fuse - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
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359 Vehicle equipment ...Parts service ...Warranty coverage ...Identification labels ...Vehicle specification GL 350 BlueTEC (164.825) ...Vehicle specification GL 450 (164.871) ...Vehicle specification GL 550 (164.886) ...Rims and tires ...Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc...360 360 360 360 362 362 - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. passenger side underneath the secondrow seat (Y page 361) the lower edge of the windshield (Y page 361) Passenger-side second-row seat X Fold - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
.9 in (202 - 277 mm)24 8.0 - 12.1 in (202 - 307 mm)2529 39.7 ft (12.1 m) Weights GL 350 BlueTEC Roof load max. 198 lb (90 kg) Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt Vehicle specification GL 450 (164.871) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized MercedesBenz - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
V/180 A 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/95 Ah NGK PLKR 7A 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 - 18 lb-ft (20 - 25 Nm) Weights GL 450 Roof load max. 198 lb (90 kg) Vehicle specification GL 550 (164.886) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized MercedesBenz Center for the corresponding data - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
364 Vehicle specification GL 550 (164.886) Engine GL 550 Engine, type Mode of operation Nm/ 2 800 - 4 800 rpm) 6 500 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 2 398 mm Turning circle Electrical system GL 550 Spark plugs, electrode gap Spark plugs, tightening torque 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 - 18 lb-ft (20 - 25 Nm - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Equipping your vehicle with winter tires approved for your vehicle model may require the purchase of rims of the recommended size for use with these winter tires. This depends on vehicle model and the standard or optional factoryequipped - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
366 Rims and tires your vehicle. For more information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
,42 Model 21" wheels AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires35,36 GL 350 BlueTEC GL 450 - - GL 550 used with snow chains. 37 GL 350 BlueTEC: Availabilty in Canada depending on vehicle production date. 38 GL 450: USA only. 39 Not available as factory equipment. 40 GL 350 BlueTEC - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate the tire to the recommended pressure of the road tires. i The GL 350 BlueTEC does not have a spare wheel. Model GL 450 GL 550 4.5 B x 19 H2 1.58 only use products service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing. If a service - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
differential lock Transfer case single speed Transfer case double speed Power steering All models All models All models Brake system Cooling system All models GL 350 BlueTEC GL 450 GL 550 0.63 US qt (0.6 l) approx. 10.0 US qt (9.5 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/ approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l) Antifreeze - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number. Model GL 350 BlueTEC GL 450 GL 550 Engine, type 642 273 273 MB sheet number 229.51 229.5 229.5 ! Using engine oils and oil filters of a specification other than those - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
or operating in mountainous terrain. RDo Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized MercedesBenz Center will provide you with additional information. Fuel requirements Gasoline engine Only use premium unleaded gasoline. The octane number (posted at the pump) must - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
area, leading to engine performance problems such as: RWarm-up RUnstable Diesel engine Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of B5 (standard ULSD which may contain a maximum of 5% biodiesel) in all Common-rail injection (CDI) and BlueTEC - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system could be damaged. Damage caused by using additives or diluting with water are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz the AdBlue® tank. ! Impurities caused for example by other service products, cleaning agents, and dust result in increased emissions, malfunctions - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Technical data Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l) 7.0 US qt (6.6 l) Cooling system GL 350 BlueTEC GL 450 GL 550 5.0 US qt (4.75 l) 6.3 US qt (6.0 l) - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
point: 1 part "MB SummerFit" to 100 parts solvent (1.34 fl oz [40 ml] "MB SummerFit" to 1 gal [4.0 l] solvent) Z Technical data Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit". X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point. X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
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any questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle. Reprinting - 2010 Mercedes GL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
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