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G-Class - Owner's Manual

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Seats

MBUX Voice Assistant

New multimedia system features

Children in the vehicle

ENERGIZING Packages

At the filling station

MULTIBEAM LED

Driving Assistance package

Preparing for a holiday

Touch-sensitive controls

Parking Package

Luggage and loading

High-voltage battery AC charging (mode 2

Radio

Ice and snow

or 3)

High-voltage battery direct current charg‐

Wi-Fi hotspot

Help in the event of a breakdown

ing (mode 4)

Connecting a mobile phone

Destination entry navigation

Expert knowledge

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Seats

Adjusting the seats

1 Head restraint height

2 Seat backrest inclination

3 Seat height

4 Seat cushion length

5 Seat cushion inclination

6 Seat fore-and-aft posi‐

tion

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Children in the vehicle

Safely transporting children in the vehicle

Notes on vehicles without automatic front passenger airbag deacti‐

vation (/ page 142)

When children are travelling in the vehicle, always observe the following

Notes on rear-facing and front-facing child restraint systems on the

(/ page 136)

front passenger seat (/ page 140)

Securing the child restraint system with the seat belt

Important warning stickers (/ page 137)

(/ page 155)

Recommended child restraint systems (/ page 144)

Automatic front passenger airbag deactivation (/ page 140)

Suitable seats in the vehicle for fitting a child restraint system

Child safety locks for the rear side windows (/ page 158)

(/ page 134)

Child safety locks for the rear doors (/ page 156)

Approval categories for child restraint systems (/ page 143)

Suitability of seats for securing ISOFIX/LATCH child restraint systems

(/ page 147)

Fitting the ISOFIX child restraint system on the rear seat

(/ page 152)

Suitability of seats for securing i-Size child restraint systems

(/ page 148).

Fitting the i-Size child restraint system on the rear seat

(/ page 152)

Securing a Top Tether belt (/ page 154)

Suitability of seats for securing belt-secured child restraint systems

(/ page 148)

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MULTIBEAM LED

Adaptive functions, MULTIBEAM LED

The MULTIBEAM LED headlamps adapt to the weather and the situation on

the road and provide advanced functions for improving the illumination of the

road.

THE SYSTEM COMPRISES THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS:

Active headlamps (/ page 231)

Motorway mode (/ page 231)

Bad weather light (/ page 232)

City lighting (/ page 232)

Enhanced fog light function (/ page 231)

Activating or deactivating MULTIBEAM LED:

Briefly press © on the multimedia system display.

Select Settings.

Select Lights.

Select MULTIBEAM LED.

Activate or deactivate Dynamic low beam.

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Touch-sensitive controls

Overview of touch-sensitive controls

1 Control panel:

Driver display

I Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and variable limiter

2 Control panel for the MBUX multimedia system

3 MBUX multimedia system touchpad

Observe the notes on the touch-sensitive controls

(/ page 85).

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Radio

Operating radio

Select è.

Enter a station name or frequency.

To switch to radio:

Select a station.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

To store radio stations:

Tap on Þ.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

To set the frequency band:

Tap on Þ.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

Select f.

Tap on Þ.

To set the traffic information service volume increase:

Select a frequency band or a favourite.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

To set a radio station:

Tap on Z.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

Select System.

Tap on Þ.

Select Audio.

Swipe to the left or right on the control element or select a radio

Select Navigation & traffic announcements.

station.

Set a value for Traffic announc. vol. increase.

To call up the radio station list:

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

Tap on Þ.

Select 4.

To search for radio stations using station names or frequency entry:

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

Tap on Þ.

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Wi-Fi hotspot

Setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot

Security key

The connection is established by entering the security key displayed on

GENERALLY, TWO TYPES OF WI-FI CONNECTION ARE AVAILABLE:

the multimedia system.

Using the multimedia system as a Wi-Fi hotspot

The multimedia system serves as a Wi-Fi hotspot for mobile communica‐

tion devices such as a smartphone or tablet PC.

The data volume of the vehicle or an already connected tethering device

is used for the data connection.

Data volume must be purchased for a fee via the Mercedes-Benz Portal.

The use of the vehicle data tariff by external devices is not available in

all countries.

Using a mobile communication device as a Wi-Fi hotspot (tethering)

An external Wi-Fi hotspot is accessed for the Internet connection of the

multimedia system.

The data tariff of the mobile communication device via Data package is

used for the data connection.

OPTIONS FOR SETTING UP A CONNECTION:

QR code

The connection is set up by scanning the QR code shown on the multi‐

media system.

NFC

The connection is set up by placing the mobile communication device in

the NFC interface of the vehicle.

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Connecting a mobile phone

Activating Bluetooth ® :

Make sure that the mobile phone Bluetooth ® is switched on.

Tap on © the central display or media display.

Select Settings.

Select System.

Select Internet and Bluetooth.

Activate Bluetooth ® .

Searching for a mobile phone:

Tap on © the central display or media display.

Select Phone.

Select Z.

Select Devices.

Select Connect new device.

Authorising a mobile phone:

Select a mobile phone.

A code is displayed in the multimedia system and on the mobile phone.

If the codes match, confirm the code on the mobile phone.

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MBUX Voice Assistant

Operating the MBUX Voice Assistant

YOU CAN USE THE MBUX VOICE ASSISTANT TO OPERATE THE FOLLOW‐

ING FUNCTIONS DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT:

Telephone

Text message and e-mail

Navigation

Radio and media

Vehicle functions

Online functions

EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE VOICE COMMANDS:

To operate the phone: Call my father.

To manage e-mails: Show me my new e-mails.

To operate the navigation: Search for an Asian restaurant, but not Japa-

nese, in South London.

To operate the radio: Which station am I currently listening to?

To operate media: Play a similar track.

To operate climate control: My feet are cold.

To call up the weather: Will it be sunny tomorrow?

To ask a general knowledge question: Who painted the picture "The

Scream"?

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ENERGIZING Packages

Operating ENERGIZING COMFORT

To start an ENERGIZING programme:

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

Select Comfort.

Select ENERGIZING COMFORT.

Select a programme and start with ;.

To configure an ENERGIZING programme:

Select a programme.

Select Settings.

Switch the functions included in the programme on or off.

To start Power Nap:

Select Power Nap.

Select ; for the desired seat.

To start a training programme:

Select Training.

Select a programme and start with ;.

To start Tips:

Select Tips.

Select an area of the body and start with ;.

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Driving Assistance package

Driving Assistance Package functions

Active Stop-and-Go Assist

(/ page 343)

Depending on availability for the respective country of use, the vehicle may

Blind Spot Assist with exit warning (/ page 355)

be equipped with various functions which are provided to assist the driver.

The vehicle is thus fitted with cameras and sensors to monitor the vehicle

surroundings.

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC (/ page 334)

Active Lane Keeping Assist (/ page 356)

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

Active Speed Limit Assist (/ page 341)

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

Route-based speed adaptation (/ page 342)

Active Brake Assist (/ page 347)

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

Active Steering Assist (/ page 344)

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

Active Emergency Stop Assist (/ page 346)

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Parking Package

Functions of the Parking Package

Depending on availability for the respective country of use, the vehicle may be

equipped with various functions which are provided to assist the driver with

parking and manoeuvring. The vehicle is thus fitted with cameras and sensors

to monitor the vehicle surroundings.

Depending on the equipment version, the following systems and functions are

part of your Parking Package:

Reversing camera: monitors the area behind the vehicle and relays an

image of this area on the driver display (/ page 359).

360° camera: a system comprising four cameras which record the imme‐

diate vehicle surroundings and relay an image to the driver display

(/ page 361).

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC: an electronic parking assistance system

which monitors the area surrounding your vehicle and the distance to

obstacles in the vicinity using ultrasound (/ page 368).

Active Parking Assist: an electronic parking assistance system which

assists you when parking or exiting a parking space by changing gear,

accelerating, braking and steering the vehicle (/ page 371).

You can watch an animation on this topic via the following link:

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High-voltage battery AC charging (mode 2 or 3)

AC charging (mode 2 or 3)

Starting and ending the charging process (combo 2 socket)

Starting and ending the charging process (combo 1 socket)

More notes on charging the high-voltage battery

(/ page 287)

Overview of the charging cable control panel (/ page 294)

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High-voltage battery direct current charging (mode 4)

DC charging (mode 4)

Starting and ending the charging process (combo 2 socket)

Starting and ending the charging process (combo 1 socket)

More notes on charging the high-voltage battery

(/ page 287)

Overview of the charging cable control panel (/ page 294)

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Destination entry navigation

Entering a navigation destination

Select a POI category, e.g. j or enter a POI name or POI category in the

input line.

Briefly press © in the multimedia system display.

If search results are displayed, limit them with Filter, for example by

search position or the desired travel time.

The home screen is shown.

Select Contacts.

Select Navigation.

Requirements:

Select ª.

A mobile phone is connected to the multimedia system and contacts

have been downloaded.

SELECT THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS FOR DESTINATION ENTRY:

The contact contains a navigable address.

Enter a POI, an address or a three-word address in the input line.

Enter the geocoordinates as latitude and longitude in the input line.

Online search results for POIs (if available) may contain additional infor‐

Example 1: 47°58'11"N 7°57'25"E (degrees, minutes, seconds and com‐

mation, for example opening times and prices. The information is provi‐

pass direction)

ded by an online map service.

Example 2: 47.969722 7.956944 (decimal degrees)

You can find further information about three-word addresses at:

Select a destination on the map.

Select Favourites.

Select a destination suggestion.

Requirements:

The destinations have been saved as favourites.

The Navigation option is switched on in the user settings for Suggestions.

Select Received destinations.

The multimedia system has gathered sufficient data in order to show

Requirements:

destination suggestions.

There is an Internet connection for receiving external destinations.

Select Previous destinations.

The destinations have been sent to the vehicle.

Select a previous destination.

You can save the destination as a favourite .

Select POIs.

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New multimedia system features

Information about the telephone menu

TELEPHONE MENU OVERVIEW

Via the telephone menu you can use the functions in connection with your

mobile phone.

THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS CAN BE USED:

Call lists

Contacts

Messages

Device manager

USING CALL LISTS

If your mobile phone supports the PBAP Bluetooth ® profile, the call lists from

the mobile phone are displayed in the multimedia system.

1 Bluetooth ® device name of the currently connected mobile phone/of the

THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE:

mobile phone

2 Bluetooth ® device name of the currently connected mobile phone/of the

Making calls from the call list

mobile phone (two phone mode)

Opening contacts on the call list

3 Signal strength of the mobile phone network

4 Battery status of the connected mobile phone

MESSAGES

In the message menu you can receive text messages and create and send

5 Options

them with the help of the MBUX voice assistant. In addition, you can conven‐

6 Messages

iently use the read-aloud function during the journey.

7 Calls up my devices

8 Numerical pad

DEVICE MANAGER

9 Starts contact search

In the device manager, you can connect your mobile phone with the multime‐

dia system.

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You have the option of using your mobile phone alone in single telephone

Privacy mode to transfer the call to the telephone or headphones

mode or together with another mobile phone in two phone mode.

Information about navigation

USING CONTACTS

If you permit the multimedia system to access the contacts in your mobile

phone, you can use these in the vehicle. You can store up to 8,000 contacts.

THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU VIA THE CONTACTS

MENU:

Making telephone calls (calling a contact)

Navigation

Composing messages with the help of the MBUX voice assistant

Additional options

The contacts from your mobile phone can be downloaded automatically or

1 Navigation module (reduced view)

manually.

Route guidance active:

CONDUCTING A CALL

Reduced view of the navigation module shows information relevant to the

When conducting a call, additional functions are available apart from making,

route, e.g. the next charging stop, the destination and a traffic delay

accepting or rejecting a call. For example, you can switch between calls, con‐

Tapping opens the navigation module and displays the route overview

duct a call with several participants or conference calls.

(/ page 462)

It is also possible to accept or reject waiting calls. If you receive a call while

Tapping on the chequered flag ends the current route guidance

already in a call, a message is displayed.

2 Sets map orientation Ä and map type

3 Calls up the telephone menu

DURING A CALL YOU CAN ACTIVATE THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS:

4 Calls up entertainment applications

Microphone off

5 Navigation window shows the next manoeuvre (zoomed out view) or the

route monitor (zoomed in view)

Fade in the numerical pad to send DTMF tones

Route guidance active: route monitor shows, e.g. route sections, upcoming

Add a call

driving manoeuvres with lane recommendations, charging stops, destina‐

Hands-free mode to transfer the call to the front or rear passenger

tion, traffic delays, 3D images at motorway exits, online content

compartment

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When you switch on the multimedia system or after selecting ©, the digital

Service station search

map is shown.

You can record and save routes then select or share them with a USB device.

The navigation system offers many options for destination entry, route plan‐

ning and route guidance. The traffic situation is taken into account during

Lane recommendations are shown during route guidance on multi-lane roads.

route guidance. When using route guidance with augmented reality, additional

When driving on a motorway, service facilities on the route ahead can be

information can be shown in a camera image before a turning manoeuvre.

shown and used for route guidance.

Services and apps help you reach the destination quickly, safely and in com‐

fort.

The Live Traffic Information service takes the current traffic situation into

account. The map can show the current traffic flow, traffic incidents or warning

After tapping on navigation module 1 start destination entry via ª in the

messages, e.g. before the end of traffic jams that pose a risk.

route overview. You can enter the POI, address or contact as the destination

on-board or search online using a map service. Or you select a previous

Hazardous situations on public roads are detected automatically by the vehicle

destination. The destination can be stored here as a favourite or be saved as

via Car-to-X-Communication or these can be reported by the driver. The early

an address for home and work. When the Allow destination suggestions option

warning makes it possible to adapt your driving characteristics in good time.

is switched on, the vehicle makes suggestions based on your visited navigation

Accidents, broken-down vehicles, weather hazards or a vehicle with activated

destinations. If external destinations and routes are received from apps or

hazard warning lights are shown on the map.

services, these are also available.

For route guidance with augmented reality, information objects such as arrows

THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ROUTE PLANNING, FOR

indicating a turn, street names and house numbers are shown in a video image

EXAMPLE:

during the driving manoeuvre or at traffic lights.

Navigation with Electric Intelligence

The map shows map data from the database or from an online map service.

In small map scales, buildings are shown as realistic images. The online map

If the Schedule charging stops route option is enabled, the optimal route

update service makes possible the updating of the map data.

based on time is calculated with the required charging stops. The charg‐

ing stops are determined taking into account the route and charging

Weather information and data from other services can be shown on the map.

times and are set as intermediate destinations for route guidance.

Multi-storey car parks with the corresponding equipment, deliver data about

Route options:

the current occupancy and about parking charges, for example.

e.g. Schedule charging stops and avoid or use toll roads, tunnels, unpaved

The options offered vary depending on the country, vehicle equipment and

roads or avoid areas

available services.

Intermediate destinations

Alternative routes

Commuter route

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Information on radio

NAVIGATION MODULE (EXPANDED VIEW) WITH ROUTE OVERVIEW

Example: route guidance is active

1 Enters an address or POI

2 Information about delays along the route

3 Arrival time and address for the charging stop

1 Active frequency band

4 Charging stop shows the charging time recommended by the Navigation

with Electric Intelligence as well as states of charge on arrival and onward

2 Station name or set frequency

journey for an optimal travel time

3 Settings

as well as: current distance to charging stop

4 Additional options

5 Alternative routes

5 Switches on traffic reports

6 Searches for an additional charging station

6 Station list

7 Switches traffic information display on or off

7 Search

8 Makes settings for View, Messages & tones and Route

Using the radio menu you can play a multitude of radio stations and use the

Internet Radio TuneIn. Search for your preferred stations and save these as

favourites or in station lists.

The function of TuneIn Internet radio is country-dependent.

Radio text: this function shows you the station name, the track and the artist

for the song currently playing, for example.

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DAB: with the DAB function, graphically formatted additional information

C Media search

about a station can be shown, e.g. logos, album covers, music tracks, pro‐

D Controls playback

grammes, news or also service information.

E Timeline

Traffic announcements: Traffic messages can be displayed by pressing ..

Using the Media application, you can set and use the audio and video func‐

tions of your multimedia system. You can listen to music or look at videos, for

example.

Information on media

USB: Using the USBmenu, you can play back your own audio or video data

from a data storage medium connected by USB.

Bluetooth ® : using the Bluetooth menu, you can connect a Bluetooth ® audio

device with the multimedia system and play back the available tracks on

the audio device. Connecting the device can be conveniently handled in the

device manager, so you can complete all settings with just a few clicks.

Online music: the Online music menu allows you to access music streaming

services.

Notes on comfort

1 Album cover

The Comfort menu makes all the functions available that contribute to your

2 Active media source

comfort when driving or taking a break.

3 Track and artist

4 Active data storage medium and current track number/track in playback

SEAT COMFORT

list

The Seat menu allows you to flexibly adjust the contours of the seats to

5 Random playback

your needs by adjusting the side bolsters and lumbar support independently.

6 Repeat

You can save these settings in your Mercedes me profile, so they can be

called up each time you drive. With the Seat kinetics function, you can start a

7 Settings

programme that causes slight modifications of the seat position when you are

8 Additional options

driving. These modifications promote a healthy back.

9 Previous or next track and fast rewind or fast forward

A Additional categories

B Playlists and categories

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$G-Class - Owner's ManualQuick start and TipsNew multimedia system featuresMASSAGEsumption values, for example. In addition, you can call up the Digital Owner'sIn the Massage menu you will find the massage programmes that are availableManual via the Owner's Manual menu your vehicle. By selecting the desired programme you start it directly and itVEHICLE DATAruns for a period of approximately ten minutes, depending on the programmeselected. With the High intensity function you can increase the effect of theTHE FOLLOWING DATA WILL BE SHOWN, FOR EXAMPLE:massage of the acceleration and brake pedalRAMBIENT LIGHTActivity of the suspension strutRIn the Ambient light menu you can set the colour and brightness for yourwheel angleRambient lighting. Using the Link zones function, the ambience, accent andG-force display for the linear and lateral accelerationRimpression zones can be regulated separately so that you can set the lightingof your vehicle DATATHE FOLLOWING DATA IS SHOWN:Information about smartphone integrationTransmission oil temperatureREngine/coolant temperatureRUsing the Smartphone Integration menu, various applications are available thatPerformancecan bring the functions of your mobile phone to the multimedia system dis‐Rplay. Operation can by carried out via the touchscreen or voice control, pressureROnly one mobile phone at a time can be connected via Smartphone IntegrationCONSUMPTION DATAto the multimedia system. Also for use with two phone mode with SmartphoneDepending on your driving style, this display shows the current and averageIntegration, only one additional mobile phone can be connected using Blue‐fuel consumption. Together with the displays of vehicle and engine data, youtooth ® with the multimedia adapt your driving style to be as efficient and economical as Android Auto for mobile phones with the Android operating system andInformation about In-Car Office$

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MASSAGE

sumption values, for example. In addition, you can call up the Digital Owner's

In the Massage menu you will find the massage programmes that are available

Manual via the Owner's Manual menu item.

for your vehicle. By selecting the desired programme you start it directly and it

VEHICLE DATA

runs for a period of approximately ten minutes, depending on the programme

selected. With the High intensity function you can increase the effect of the

THE FOLLOWING DATA WILL BE SHOWN, FOR EXAMPLE:

massage programme.

Activity of the acceleration and brake pedal

AMBIENT LIGHT

Activity of the suspension strut

In the Ambient light menu you can set the colour and brightness for your

wheel angle

ambient lighting. Using the Link zones function, the ambience, accent and

G-force display for the linear and lateral acceleration

impression zones can be regulated separately so that you can set the lighting

of your vehicle individually.

ENGINE DATA

THE FOLLOWING DATA IS SHOWN:

Information about smartphone integration

Transmission oil temperature

Engine/coolant temperature

Using the Smartphone Integration menu, various applications are available that

Performance

can bring the functions of your mobile phone to the multimedia system dis‐

play. Operation can by carried out via the touchscreen or voice control, for

Torque

example.

Boost pressure

Only one mobile phone at a time can be connected via Smartphone Integration

CONSUMPTION DATA

to the multimedia system. Also for use with two phone mode with Smartphone

Depending on your driving style, this display shows the current and average

Integration, only one additional mobile phone can be connected using Blue‐

fuel consumption. Together with the displays of vehicle and engine data, you

tooth ® with the multimedia system.

can adapt your driving style to be as efficient and economical as possible.

Use Android Auto for mobile phones with the Android operating system and

Information about In-Car Office

use Apple CarPlay ® with your iPhone ® . The full functionality of Android Auto

and Apple CarPlay ® is only possible with an Internet connection.

Using the In-Car Office menu you can connect your online services with the

multimedia system.

Information about vehicle info

YOU THEN HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE:

You can have important vehicle information displayed in the Info menu. At

Organising your meetings and telephone conferences.

a glance you will have an overview of vehicle and engine data or current con‐

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$G-Class - Owner's ManualQuick start and TipsNew multimedia system featuresLightsManaging your e-mails and route guidance to the location of a MENUInformation on MB Apps (Digital Extras)With the Assistance menu you have direct access to the driver assistancesystems which are installed in your vehicle and can either switch these on orVARIOUS SERVICES AND ONLINE FUNCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE VIA THEoff, or configure according to your APPS MENU:VEHICLE MENUManaging Digital ExtrasRHERE YOU CAN ACTIVATE THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS, FOR EXAMPLE:Using the dashcamRAutomatic folding in of the outside mirrors when parking the vehicleRUsing the web browser to surf the InternetRAutomatic adjustment of the seat and steering wheel, for comfortableRentry and exit from the vehicleYou require a Mercedes me ID user account, and have to connect your vehicleAutomatic activation of the 360° camera when selecting reverse gearRwith the user account, in order to be able to use MENUAll the light settings can be carried out in the Lights menu. You can activateIf the Mercedes-Benz App is available on a mobile phone, the%or deactivate the Intelligent Light System here, set for how long your vehiclevehicle link can be made via the displayed QR remain lit after parking or unlocking or switch the function not that the available features are MENUAll important settings for the multimedia system can be carried out in theSystem on settingsYOU CAN CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING SETTINGS, FOR EXAMPLE:In the Settings you can set the basic configuration for your multimedia systemSetting the system languageand the vehicle. You have access to all functions in this menu, from switchingRthe driver assistance systems on and off to display and language configuration of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ®RSetting of time and dateRTHE SETTINGS ARE STRUCTURED IN THE FOLLOWING MENUS:AssistanceRV$

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Lights

Managing your e-mails and appointments.

System

Receive route guidance to the location of a meeting.

ASSISTANCE MENU

Information on MB Apps (Digital Extras)

With the Assistance menu you have direct access to the driver assistance

systems which are installed in your vehicle and can either switch these on or

VARIOUS SERVICES AND ONLINE FUNCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE VIA THE

off, or configure according to your wishes.

MB APPS MENU:

VEHICLE MENU

Managing Digital Extras

HERE YOU CAN ACTIVATE THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS, FOR EXAMPLE:

Using the dashcam

Automatic folding in of the outside mirrors when parking the vehicle

Using the web browser to surf the Internet

Automatic adjustment of the seat and steering wheel, for comfortable

entry and exit from the vehicle

You require a Mercedes me ID user account, and have to connect your vehicle

Automatic activation of the 360° camera when selecting reverse gear

with the user account, in order to be able to use services.

LIGHT MENU

All the light settings can be carried out in the Lights menu. You can activate

If the Mercedes-Benz App is available on a mobile phone, the

or deactivate the Intelligent Light System here, set for how long your vehicle

vehicle link can be made via the displayed QR code.

should remain lit after parking or unlocking or switch the function off.

Please not that the available features are country-dependent.

SYSTEM MENU

All important settings for the multimedia system can be carried out in the

System menu.

Information on settings

YOU CAN CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING SETTINGS, FOR EXAMPLE:

In the Settings you can set the basic configuration for your multimedia system

Setting the system language

and the vehicle. You have access to all functions in this menu, from switching

the driver assistance systems on and off to display and language settings.

The configuration of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ®

Setting of time and date

THE SETTINGS ARE STRUCTURED IN THE FOLLOWING MENUS:

Assistance

Vehicle

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At the filling station

Topping up the windscreen washer system

WARNING

Risk of injury due to overheated vehicle

DANGER

IF YOU OPEN THE BONNET IN THE EVENT OF AN OVERHEATED

Risk of fatal injuries when carrying out maintenance work during

VEHICLE OR FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, THE FOLLOWING

the charging process

SITUATIONS MAY OCCUR:

During the charging process, the high-voltage on-board electrical sys‐

You may come into contact with hot gases.

tem is under high voltage.

You may come into contact with other escaping hot operating

Do not perform any maintenance work during the charging

fluids.

process.

In the event of overheating or fire in the engine compartment,

keep the bonnet closed and call the fire service.

Allow the overheated vehicle to cool down first if you need to

open the bonnet.

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WARNING

Risk of injury due to moving parts

Risk of fire and injury from windscreen washer concentrate

Components in the engine compartment may continue to run or start

Windscreen washer concentrate is highly flammable.

unexpectedly even when the drive system is switched off.

Avoid fire, naked flames, smoking and the creation of sparks

Observe the following if you must open the bonnet:

when using windscreen washer concentrate.

Switch off the vehicle.

Never touch the danger zones surrounding moving compo‐

nents, e.g. the rotation area of the fan.

Remove jewellery and watches.

Keep items of clothing and hair away from moving parts.

WARNING

Risk of burns from hot components in the engine compartment

Certain components in the engine compartment can be very hot, e.g.

Turn cap 1 anti-clockwise and remove it.

the drive system and the cooler.

Top up the washer fluid.

Allow the drive system to cool down and touch only the com‐

ponents described below.

Replace cap 1 and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.

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At the filling station

Replacing the windscreen wiper blades

When the colour of the service indicator changes from black to yellow, replace

the wiper blades.

WARNING

The time it takes for the colour to change will vary depending on

Risk of becoming trapped if the windscreen wipers are switched

the usage conditions.

on while wiper blades are being replaced

If the windscreen wipers begin to move while you are changing the

wiper blades, you can be trapped by the wiper arm.

Information on washing the vehicle in a car

wash

Always switch off the windscreen wipers and vehicle before

changing the wiper blades.

WARNING

Risk of an accident due to reduced braking power after washing

Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly and replace

the vehicle

them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing.

Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle.

Observe the information about the service indicator.

After the vehicle has been washed, brake carefully while pay‐

ing attention to the traffic conditions until braking power has

SERVICE INDICATOR

been fully restored.

Remove protective film 1 from the service indicators on the tips of the

newly fitted wiper blades.

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At the filling station

The side windows and sliding sunroof are completely closed.

NOTE

The outside mirrors are retracted.

Damage from automatic braking

The blower for the ventilation and heating is switched off.

THE VEHICLE WILL BRAKE AUTONOMOUSLY IN CERTAIN SITUA‐

The windscreen wiper switch is in position g.

TIONS IF THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS ARE SWITCHED ON:

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: The key is a minimum distance of 3 m away

from the vehicle. Otherwise a door may lock and unlock unintentionally.

Active Brake Assist

For car washes with conveyor systems:

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

Neutral gear i is engaged.

HOLD function

Active Parking Assist

If you leave the vehicle while it is being washed, ensure the key is

located in the vehicle. The park position j is otherwise automati‐

To avoid damage to the vehicle, switch these systems off e.g. before

cally engaged.

towing it or in a car wash.

Removing the wax from the windscreen and the wiper rubber

after washing the vehicle will help to avoid smearing and reduce

NOTE

wiper noise.

Damage due to unsuitable car wash

Before driving into a car wash make sure that the car wash is

suitable for the vehicle dimensions.

Ensure there is sufficient ground clearance between the

underbody and the guide rails of the car wash.

Ensure that the clearance width of the car wash, in particular

the width of the guide rails, is sufficient.

TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE WHEN USING A CAR WASH,

ENSURE THE FOLLOWING BEFOREHAND:

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is switched off.

The HOLD function is switched off.

The 360° camera or the reversing camera is switched off.

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Preparing for a holiday

Notes on adjusting the lights when you are

Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and

driving abroad

tyres

The headlights will automatically be adjusted when you cross the border into

WARNING

countries in which traffic drives on the other side of the road.

Risk of injury due to damaged tyres

IN THE FOLLOWING CASES, CHECK THE HEADLAMP SETTING AND

Damaged tyres can cause tyre pressure loss.

CHANGE IT MANUALLY IF NECESSARY:

Check the tyres regularly for signs of damage and replace any

If the Dipped-beam setting (left/right-side traffic) Manual adjustment only

damaged tyres immediately.

display message is shown.

If the Check dipped-beam setting (left/right-side traffic) display message is

shown.

ONCE THE HEADLAMPS HAVE BEEN CONVERTED:

Oncoming traffic will not be dazzled.

The edge of the road will not be illuminated as far or as high.

The "motorway mode" and "enhanced fog light" functions will not be

available.

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The minimum tread depth for summer tyres is 3 mm and for winter tyres

WARNING

4 mm.

Risk of aquaplaning due to insufficient tyre tread

Insufficient tyre tread will result in reduced tyre grip. There is a risk of

Removing the safety vest

an accident.

The safety vests are located in the driver's door and front passenger door

On a wet road surface the risk of aquaplaning is increased, in particular

stowage compartments.

where speed is not adapted to suit the conditions.

Pull out the safety vest bag using the loop.

Check the tread depth and the condition of the tyre contact

Open the safety vest bag and take out the safety vest.

surface across the entire width of all tyres on a regular basis.

MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH FOR

Summer tyres: 3 mm

M+S tyres: 4 mm

For safety reasons, replace the tyres before the legally-prescri‐

bed limit for the minimum tread depth is reached.

1 Maximum number of washes

Replace the tyres immediately if the legally-prescribed limit for

2 Maximum wash temperature

the minimum tread depth is reached.

3 Do not bleach

4 Do not iron

5 Do not tumble dry

CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS ON ALL WHEELS REGULARLY, AT

LEAST ONCE A MONTH OR AS REQUIRED, FOR EXAMPLE, PRIOR TO A

6 Do not dry clean

LONG JOURNEY OR DRIVING OFF-ROAD:

7 Class 2 safety vest

The requirements defined by the legal standard are only fulfilled if the safety

Check the tyre pressure (/ page 615).

vest is the correct size and is fully closed.

Visually inspect wheels and tyres for damage.

Check the valve caps.

EXCHANGE THE SAFETY VEST IN THE FOLLOWING CASES:

Visual check of the tyre tread depth and the tyre contact surface across

The reflective strips are damaged or dirty.

the entire width.

The maximum permissible number of washes is exceeded.

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First-aid kit overview

The fluorescence property decreases, e.g. due to permanent exposure to

sunlight.

DISPOSE OF THE SAFETY VEST IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WAY:

Please contact your local waste disposal company.

Removing the warning triangle

The first-aid kit 1 is located in the door stowage compartment of the front

passenger door.

Map data update overview

As the content of a digital road map has a short life, outdated data may have

a negative effect on all navigation functions. For the best MBUX navigation

Open the tabs 2.

experience, you should install all of the map updates offered by Mercedes-

Benz.

Remove the warning triangle 1.

THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE UPDATE OF MAP

DATA:

Online map update

Updates via the Mercedes-Benz Portal

Update at a Mercedes-Benz service centre

Additional costs can be incurred in this process.

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Entering a POI or address

ONLINE MAP UPDATE

REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements:

Digital Extras are available.

For the online search:

You have a Mercedes me ID.

There is an Internet connection.

The Digital Extra Online Map Update is available for your region.

Digital Extras are available.

Online Map Update has been activated.

You have created a Mercedes me ID.

The vehicle is linked to the Mercedes me ID and you have accepted

Online Map Update is only available in certain countries.

the terms of use.

Further information can be found at:

Installation takes place in the background as an automatic map update.

The Digital Extra is available and has been activated.

The MBUX multimedia system installs all of the available map updates for the

European regions in which the vehicle is located or is moved.

If Online Search is not available, the search is performed using

the data of the digital map.

The online map update is activated at the latest after the next time the vehicle

is switched on.

UPDATES VIA THE MERCEDES-BENZ PORTAL

The map data for several regions can also be updated manually. Log in with

your Mercedes-Benz user account at:

Click on your account at the top right and follow the menu path My dashboard

> Manage vehicle > Manage Digital Extras > Online Map Update. Select the

regions to be downloaded to a storage medium.

After the map data has been copied, connect the storage medium with your

vehicle. Select the notification with information about a new version of the

map data and start the installation. After the MBUX multimedia system has

been restarted, the updated map data is used.

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Multimedia system:

Enter a destination. The entries can be made in any order.

4 © 5 Navigation 5 ª

The search results are displayed in a list.

Online search results for POIs may contain additional informa‐

tion, for example opening times and ratings. The information is

provided by an online map service.

This online function is not available in all countries.

THE FOLLOWING ENTRIES CAN BE MADE, FOR EXAMPLE IN 1:

Town, street, house number or street, town

Postcode

POI name or POI category, e.g. Restaurants

Example: entering a POI or address

Town, POI name

1 Input line with current entry

Contact name

2 Deletes an entry

Geo-coordinates (/ page 451)

3 Selects previous destinations

4 Displays and selects additional destination searches

5 Adopts the search result in the input line and continues the search

Hide the keyboard with a.

6 Search result

Select the destination in the list.

7 Deletes the last character entered

The following menu shows the selected destination with the address

8 Hides the keypad

information and a corresponding map section.

9 Activates voice entry.

The menu enables the route to be calculated.

A Sets the written language

B Switches to digits and special characters

C Switches to upper-case or lower-case letters

If available, selecting the p symbol starts the MBUX Voice Assistant.

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Searching for radio stations using station

names or frequency entry

Multimedia system:

4 © 5 Þ Radio

Select è.

Enter a station name or frequency.

Select a station.

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$G-Class - Owner's ManualQuick start and TipsLuggage and loadingLuggage and loadingFolding the rear bench seat forwardsYou can fold the left and right seat backrests forwards &Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrestare not engagedThe rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,even while the vehicle is in a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat beltRwith increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect asintended and could cause additional or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot beRFully insert the seat backrest head restraints (/ page 190).restrained by the seat backrest.#Fold the seat cushion upwards using the loop 1.Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat##backrest are engaged before every *Damage to the seat backrestsThe seat backrests may be damaged when the rear bench seat is the rear bench seat's cushion upwards before the rear#seat backrest is folded forwards.41F465 0034 02$

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Luggage and loading

Folding the rear bench seat forwards

You can fold the left and right seat backrests forwards separately.

WARNING

Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest

are not engaged

The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,

even while the vehicle is in motion.

As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt

with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as

intended and could cause additional injury.

Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be

Fully insert the seat backrest head restraints (/ page 190).

restrained by the seat backrest.

Fold the seat cushion upwards using the loop 1.

Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat

backrest are engaged before every trip.

NOTE

Damage to the seat backrests

The seat backrests may be damaged when the rear bench seat is folded

forwards.

Fold the rear bench seat's cushion upwards before the rear

seat backrest is folded forwards.

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$G-Class - Owner's ManualQuick start and TipsLuggage and loadingPull the release handle 2 upwards until the seat backrest is completely# the seat backrest forwards.#Folding back the rear bench seatSwivel seat backrest 1 back until it engages.#WARNING&Swivel the seat cushion 2 of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest#are not engagedOverview of the tie-down eyesThe rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,even while the vehicle is in the notes on loading the vehicle (/ page 202).As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat beltRwith increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect asintended and could cause additional or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot beRrestrained by the seat sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat#backrest are engaged before every *Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back theseat backrest1 Load securing tie-down eyeThe seat belt could become trapped and thus be damaged when theseat backrest is folded sure that the seat belt is not trapped when folding back#the seat backrest.42F465 0034 02$

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Pull the release handle 2 upwards until the seat backrest is completely

unlocked.

Fold the seat backrest forwards.

Folding back the rear bench seat

Swivel seat backrest 1 back until it engages.

WARNING

Swivel the seat cushion 2 back.

Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest

are not engaged

Overview of the tie-down eyes

The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,

even while the vehicle is in motion.

Observe the notes on loading the vehicle (/ page 202).

As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt

with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as

intended and could cause additional injury.

Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be

restrained by the seat backrest.

Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat

backrest are engaged before every trip.

NOTE

Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back the

seat backrest

1 Load securing tie-down eye

The seat belt could become trapped and thus be damaged when the

seat backrest is folded back.

Make sure that the seat belt is not trapped when folding back

the seat backrest.

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Luggage and loading

Overview of the front storage compartments

WARNING

Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a

Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly

depressed pedal.

If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or

This will jeopardise the operating and road safety of the vehicle.

be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,

open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain

Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get

all objects they contain.

into the driver's footwell.

There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres

Make sure that there is always sufficient clearance for the

or abrupt changes in direction.

pedals.

Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in

Always fit the floor mats securely and as prescribed.

such situations.

Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on

Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage

top of one another.

spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.

Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.

Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-

edged, fragile or too large in the load compartment.

Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.

1 Stowage spaces in the doors

2 Storage and telephone compartment in the armrest with USB port (USB-C)

3 Storage compartment with cup holder and for wireless charging of a

mobile phone in the front centre console

4 Glove compartment

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$G-Class - Owner's ManualQuick start and TipsLuggage and loadingLocking/unlocking the glove boxWARNING&Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectlyIf objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide orbe thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retainall objects they is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvresor abrupt changes in the emergency key a quarter turn clockwise 2 (to lock) or anti-#clockwise 1 (to unlock).Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in#such make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage#spaces, luggage nets or stowage the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.#Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-#edged, fragile or too large in the load the notes on loading the vehicle.44F465 0034 02$

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Locking/unlocking the glove box

WARNING

Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly

If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or

be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,

open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain

all objects they contain.

There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres

or abrupt changes in direction.

Turn the emergency key a quarter turn clockwise 2 (to lock) or anti-

clockwise 1 (to unlock).

Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in

such situations.

Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage

spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.

Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.

Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-

edged, fragile or too large in the load compartment.

Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.

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Ice and snow

Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and

WARNING

tyres

Risk of aquaplaning due to insufficient tyre tread

Insufficient tyre tread will result in reduced tyre grip. There is a risk of

an accident.

WARNING

Risk of injury due to damaged tyres

On a wet road surface the risk of aquaplaning is increased, in particular

Damaged tyres can cause tyre pressure loss.

where speed is not adapted to suit the conditions.

Check the tyres regularly for signs of damage and replace any

Check the tread depth and the condition of the tyre contact

damaged tyres immediately.

surface across the entire width of all tyres on a regular basis.

MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH FOR

Summer tyres: 3 mm

M+S tyres: 4 mm

For safety reasons, replace the tyres before the legally-prescri‐

bed limit for the minimum tread depth is reached.

Replace the tyres immediately if the legally-prescribed limit for

the minimum tread depth is reached.

CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS ON ALL WHEELS REGULARLY, AT

LEAST ONCE A MONTH OR AS REQUIRED, FOR EXAMPLE, PRIOR TO A

LONG JOURNEY OR DRIVING OFF-ROAD:

Check the tyre pressure (/ page 615).

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Ice and snow

Visually inspect wheels and tyres for damage.

Do not switch off ESP ® if snow chains are fitted.

Check the valve caps.

Visual check of the tyre tread depth and the tyre contact surface across

Notes on windscreen washer fluid

the entire width.

The minimum tread depth for summer tyres is 3 mm and for winter tyres

Observe the notes on operating fluids (/ page 705).

4 mm.

WARNING

Setting the speed limit for winter tyres

Risk of fire and injury from windscreen washer concentrate

Windscreen washer concentrate is highly flammable. If it comes into

Multimedia system:

contact with hot components, it may ignite.

Make sure that windscreen washer concentrate is not spilled

Activate or deactivate Winter tyre limit.

near to the filler opening.

SETTING A SPEED

Select Winter tyre limit.

NOTE

Select a speed.

Damage to the exterior lighting due to unsuitable windscreen

washer fluid

Notes on snow chains

Unsuitable windscreen washer fluids may damage the plastic surface of

the exterior lighting.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING NOTES WHEN USING SNOW CHAINS:

Only use windscreen washer fluids which are also suitable for

Snow chains are only permissible for certain wheel/tyre combinations.

use on plastic surfaces, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB WinterFit.

You can obtain information about this from a Mercedes-Benz Service

Centre.

For safety reasons, only use snow chains that have been specifically

NOTE

approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains of the same

Blocked spray nozzles caused by mixing windscreen washer fluids

quality standard.

Do not mix MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit with other wind‐

If snow chains are fitted, the maximum permissible speed is 50 km/h.

screen washer fluids.

Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: do not use Active Parking Assist

when snow chains are fitted.

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Ice and snow

Do not use distilled or de-ionised water. Otherwise, the fill level sensor may be

WARNING

triggered erroneously.

Risk of injury due to overheated vehicle

RECOMMENDED WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID:

IF YOU OPEN THE BONNET IN THE EVENT OF AN OVERHEATED

VEHICLE OR FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, THE FOLLOWING

above freezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit

SITUATIONS MAY OCCUR:

below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit

You may come into contact with hot gases.

For the correct mixing ratio, refer to the information on the antifreeze con‐

You may come into contact with other escaping hot operating

tainer.

fluids.

Mix washer fluid with windscreen washer fluid all year round.

In the event of overheating or fire in the engine compartment,

keep the bonnet closed and call the fire service.

Topping up the windscreen washer system

Allow the overheated vehicle to cool down first if you need to

open the bonnet.

DANGER

Risk of fatal injuries when carrying out maintenance work during

WARNING

the charging process

Risk of injury due to moving parts

During the charging process, the high-voltage on-board electrical sys‐

Components in the engine compartment may continue to run or start

tem is under high voltage.

unexpectedly even when the drive system is switched off.

Do not perform any maintenance work during the charging

Observe the following if you must open the bonnet:

process.

Switch off the vehicle.

Never touch the danger zones surrounding moving compo‐

nents, e.g. the rotation area of the fan.

Remove jewellery and watches.

Keep items of clothing and hair away from moving parts.

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Replace cap 1 and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.

WARNING

Risk of burns from hot components in the engine compartment

Replacing the windscreen wiper blades

Certain components in the engine compartment can be very hot, e.g.

the drive system and the cooler.

WARNING

Allow the drive system to cool down and touch only the com‐

Risk of becoming trapped if the windscreen wipers are switched

ponents described below.

on while wiper blades are being replaced

If the windscreen wipers begin to move while you are changing the

wiper blades, you can be trapped by the wiper arm.

WARNING

Risk of fire and injury from windscreen washer concentrate

Always switch off the windscreen wipers and vehicle before

changing the wiper blades.

Windscreen washer concentrate is highly flammable.

Avoid fire, naked flames, smoking and the creation of sparks

when using windscreen washer concentrate.

Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly and replace

them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing.

Observe the information about the service indicator.

SERVICE INDICATOR

Turn cap 1 anti-clockwise and remove it.

Top up the washer fluid.

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Ice and snow

Remove protective film 1 from the service indicators on the tips of the

newly fitted wiper blades.

When the colour of the service indicator changes from black to yellow, replace

the wiper blades.

The time it takes for the colour to change will vary depending on

the usage conditions.

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Help in the event of a breakdown

Activating/deactivating the hazard warning

Removing the fire extinguisher

lights

WARNING

Risk of accident due to an incorrectly secured fire extinguisher in

the driver's footwell

A fire extinguisher may impede pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.

This jeopardises the operating and road safety of the vehicle.

The fire extinguisher can be flung around and injure the driver or other

vehicle occupants.

Always store and secure the fire extinguisher in the bracket.

Do not remove the fire extinguisher while driving.

Press button 1.

IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS, THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS WILL

SWITCH ON AUTOMATICALLY:

The airbag has been deployed

the vehicle brakes are applied heavily from a speed of more than

70 km/h to a standstill.

An emergency stop has been initiated (/ page 346)

Left-hand drive vehicle: pull the tab 1 upwards.

When you pull away again, the hazard warning light system will switch off

automatically at approximately 10 km/h. You can also switch off the hazard

Right-hand drive vehicle: pull the tab 1 downwards.

warning light system using button 1.

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Remove the fire extinguisher 2.

The fluorescence property decreases, e.g. due to permanent exposure to

sunlight.

Removing the safety vest

DISPOSE OF THE SAFETY VEST IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WAY:

The safety vests are located in the driver's door and front passenger door

Please contact your local waste disposal company.

stowage compartments.

Pull out the safety vest bag using the loop.

Removing the warning triangle

Open the safety vest bag and take out the safety vest.

1 Maximum number of washes

2 Maximum wash temperature

3 Do not bleach

4 Do not iron

Open the tabs 2.

5 Do not tumble dry

Remove the warning triangle 1.

6 Do not dry clean

7 Class 2 safety vest

The requirements defined by the legal standard are only fulfilled if the safety

vest is the correct size and is fully closed.

EXCHANGE THE SAFETY VEST IN THE FOLLOWING CASES:

The reflective strips are damaged or dirty.

The maximum permissible number of washes is exceeded.

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Help in the event of a breakdown

First-aid kit overview

Only have the battery charged at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a

Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Notes on electrical fuses

WARNING

Risk of accident and injury due to overloaded lines

If you manipulate or bridge a faulty fuse or if you replace it with a fuse

with a higher amperage, the electric line could be overloaded.

This could result in a fire.

Always replace faulty fuses with specified new fuses contain‐

The first-aid kit 1 is located in the door stowage compartment of the front

ing the correct amperage.

passenger door.

QR code for rescue card

NOTE

Damage due to incorrect fuses

QR codes are attached in the socket flap and on the opposite side on the

Using incorrect fuses can result in damage to electrical components or

B-pillar. In the event of an accident, rescue services can use the QR code to

systems or their functions being considerably restricted.

quickly find the appropriate rescue card for your vehicle. The current rescue

card contains the most important information about your vehicle (e.g. the

Use only fuses approved for Mercedes-Benz with the respec‐

routing of the electric lines) in compact form.

tive specified fuse rating.

You can find further information at:

Replace blown fuses with equivalent fuses, identifiable by their colour and

Starting assistance and charging the

label. The fuse ratings and further information to be observed can be found in

the fuse assignment diagram.

12‑V‑battery

Fuse assignment diagram: on the fuse box in the rear passenger compart‐

Only have starting assistance provided by a qualified specialist work‐

ment (/ page 609).

shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

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Help in the event of a breakdown

Notes on flat tyres

NOTE

Damage or malfunctions caused by moisture

WARNING

Moisture may cause damage to the electrical system or cause it to

Risk of accident due to a flat tyre

malfunction.

A flat tyre strongly impairs the vehicle's driving characteristics, as well

When the fuse box is open, make sure that no moisture can

as its steering and braking characteristics.

enter the fuse box.

Do not drive with a flat tyre.

When closing the fuse box, make sure that the seal of the lid is

positioned correctly on the fuse box.

Replace the flat tyre with the spare wheel. Alternatively, con‐

sult a qualified specialist workshop.

If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause determined and rectified

at a qualified specialist workshop.

IN THE EVENT OF A FLAT TYRE, THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS ARE AVAILA‐

BLE DEPENDING ON YOUR VEHICLE'S EQUIPMENT:

ENSURE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE REPLACING A FUSE:

Vehicles with Mercedes-Benz Support: in the event of a break‐

The vehicle is secured against rolling away.

down, you can make a breakdown call via the overhead control panel

All electrical consumers are switched off.

(/ page 515).

The vehicle is switched off.

All vehicles: change the wheel (/ page 623).

THE ELECTRICAL FUSES ARE LOCATED IN VARIOUS FUSE BOXES:

Towing away the vehicle with both axles on

Fuse box in the engine compartment on the left-hand side (/ page 608)

the ground

Fuse box in the front passenger footwell (/ page 608)

Observe the notes on the permitted towing methods (/ page 601).

Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment (/ page 609)

Make sure that the 12 V battery is connected and charged.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING POINTS WHEN THE 12 V BATTERY IS DISCON‐

NECTED OR DISCHARGED:

The drive system cannot be started.

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The electric parking brake cannot be released or applied.

WARNING

The selector lever cannot be put into position i or j.

Risk of accident when towing a vehicle with too much weight

IF THE VEHICLE TO BE TOWED IS HEAVIER THAN THE PERMISSIBLE

IF AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLIES, TRANS‐

GROSS MASS OF YOUR VEHICLE, THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS

PORTING THE VEHICLE IS THE ONLY POSSIBLE OPTION:

CAN ARISE:

If the selector lever cannot be moved to position i.

The towing eye breaks off.

If the 12 V battery is disconnected or discharged.

The combination oscillates and can capsize.

If the driver display has failed.

Before towing, check whether the vehicle to be towed exceeds

If the á Towing not permitted See Owner's Manual display message is

the permissible gross mass.

shown.

If the + Top up coolant See Owner’s Manual display message is shown.

If the d Stop Switch off the vehicle display message is shown.

When towing a vehicle, its permissible gross mass must not exceed the per‐

missible gross mass of the towing vehicle.

In such cases, transport the vehicle (/ page 604).

Information on the permissible gross mass of the vehicle can be found

on the vehicle identification plate (/ page 703).

TOWING THE VEHICLE

NOTE

Attach the towing device to the towing eyes (/ page 606).

Damage due to towing away at excessively high speeds or over

long distances

The drivetrain could be damaged when towing at excessively high

NOTE

speeds or over long distances.

Damage due to incorrect connection of the tow bar

A towing speed of 50 km/h must not be exceeded.

Only connect the tow rope or tow bar to the towing eyes.

A towing distance of 50 km must not be exceeded.

Deactivate the automatic locking mechanism (/ page 169).

Do not activate the HOLD function (/ page 325).

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Deactivate tow-away protection

WARNING

(/ page 182).

Risk of accidents due to restricted safety-related functions during

Deactivate Active Brake Assist (/ page 350).

towing

SAFETY-RELEVANT FUNCTIONS ARE RESTRICTED OR NO LONGER

Deactivate Active Parking Assist (/ page 371).

AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS:

Deactivate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC (/ page 334).

The vehicle is switched off.

Put the selector lever into position i.

The brake system or the power steering is malfunctioning.

The power supply or the on-board electrical system is defective.

Release the electric parking brake.

Remain in the cockpit during towing and observe the display messages.

If your vehicle is being towed, considerably more force may be required

for steering and braking.

Do not switch off the vehicle while it is being towed. Do not operate the

start/stop button after moving the selector lever to the i position.

In addition, important vehicle display messages cannot be seen if the

driver display is faulty.

Do not open the driver's door or front passenger door. Otherwise the

selector lever shifts automatically to position j.

Use a tow bar.

Before towing, ensure that the driver's display is operational

and the steering can move freely.

Transport the vehicle (/ page 604).

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NOTE

Damage to the drive system owing to incorrect towing

DO NOT TOW THE VEHICLE IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS:

The vehicle is switched off.

The start/stop button has been operated after the selector lever

was moved to position i.

The brake system or the power steering is malfunctioning.

The energy supply or the on-board electrical system is defective.

Do not tow the vehicle in these situations.

NOTE

Damage due to excessive tractive power

If you pull away sharply, the tractive power may be too high and the

vehicles could be damaged.

Pull away slowly and smoothly.

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Additional functions of buttons

WARNING

Risk of entrapment due to not paying attention during conveni‐

OPENING AND CLOSING THE WINDOWS USING THE AIR-RECIRCULATION

ence closing

BUTTON (CONVENIENCE CLOSING/OPENING)

When the convenience closing feature is operating, parts of the body

When air-recirculation mode is activated, the side windows close automati‐

could become trapped in the closing area of the side windows.

cally, for example, before entering a tunnel. When the air-recirculation mode is

deactivated, the side windows move back to their original position.

When the convenience closing feature is operating, monitor

the entire closing process and make sure that no body parts

WARNING

are in the closing area.

Risk of entrapment due to not paying attention during conveni‐

ence closing

To close the windows: press and hold the g button until the win‐

When the convenience closing feature is operating, parts of the body

dows start to move.

could become trapped in the closing area of the side window and the

The windows close and air-recirculation mode switches on.

sliding sunroof.

When the convenience closing feature is operating, monitor

the entire closing process and make sure that no body parts

are in the closing area.

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ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENTS

WARNING

Multimedia system:

Risk of entrapment from the convenience opening feature

During convenience opening parts of the body could be drawn in or

Select Radio announcements.

become trapped between the side window and window frame.

The traffic information service is switched on or off.

When opening, make sure that nobody is touching the side

windows.

Useful vehicle functions

If someone becomes trapped, immediately press the W

NOTES ABOUT THE AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVE REAR WINDOW WIPER

button in the door to open the side windows.

THE REAR WINDOW WIPER WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ACTIVE IF THE

The side windows stop.

FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE MET AT THE SAME TIME:

To continue closing the side windows, pull on the W button.

The front windscreen wiper is switched on

Reverse gear is engaged.

To reopen closed windows: press and hold the g button until the

STORING THE PARKING POSITION OF THE FRONT-PASSENGER OUTSIDE

windows start to move.

MIRROR USING THE MEMORY BUTTON

The windows move back to their original position and air-recirculation

mode switches off.

Requirements

Vehicles with a sliding sunroof: the sliding sunroof closes or opens simulta‐

Reverse gear has not been engaged.

neously.

IF BODY PARTS BECOME ENTRAPPED IN THE SLIDING SUNROOF:

To stop: press the 3 button.

To open: pull the 3 button back.

RESETTING THE CLIMATE CONTROL SETTINGS

Press and hold the t button on the front control panel for at least

four seconds.

The climate control settings will be reset to the basic settings.

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Select the front-passenger outside mirror using button 1.

YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS TO REACTIVATE THE

KEY:

Move the front-passenger outside mirror into the desired parking posi‐

tion using button 2.

Press any button on the key.

Press the V button.

Start the vehicle with the key in the centre console storage

compartment (/ page 263).

Confirm immediately using button 2 to store the setting.

Overview of emergency call systems

No more than three seconds may pass between the V button

and button 2 being pressed. The mirror adjustment will be

cancelled after three seconds.

Both the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system as well as the 112 emergency

call system (EU eCall) can help to reduce the time between an accident and

the arrival of emergency services at the site of the accident. They help locate

Deactivating the key function

an accident site in places that are difficult to access.

Both emergency call systems can initiate an emergency call automatically

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: if you deactivate the key function, the KEYLESS-

(/ page 525) or manually (/ page 526).

GO functions are also deactivated. Access or drive authorisation via KEYLESS-

GO is then no longer possible with that key. Activate the function of the key so

Only make emergency calls if you or others are in need of rescue. Do not make

that all functions using the key are available once again.

an emergency call in the event of a breakdown or a similar situation.

You can also deactivate the key's function to reduce the key's energy con‐

INDICATORS IN THE DISPLAYS

sumption if you do not use the vehicle or a key for an extended period of time.

THE FOLLOWING MESSAGES APPEAR ON THE CENTRAL DISPLAY OR THE

MEDIA DISPLAY OF BOTH EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEMS:

Press and hold the key button ß.

SOS NOT READY: the vehicle is not switched on or the emergency call

With the button ß pressed, immediately press the key button Ü

system is malfunctioning. This does not necessarily indicate complete

twice in quick succession.

failure of the emergency call system. Emergency calls can still be trans‐

The indicator lamp of the key lights up once briefly, and then again for

mitted.

longer.

The display only refers to the vehicle and does not take account of

the availability of mobile phone networks and the Mercedes-Benz emer‐

gency call centre.

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The functional readiness of the emergency call system on the vehicle can

The availability as well as the scope of the emergency guide can

be seen when the SOS NOT READY display disappears once the vehicle is

vary depending in the country and vehicle equipment.

switched on.

G: the icon appears in the display during an active emergency call.

In case of a malfunction of the emergency call system, the loud‐

speakers, microphone, airbag or the SOS button, for example, are

faulty.

YOU CAN RECOGNISE A FAULT IN THE EMERGENCY CALL

SYSTEM BY THE FOLLOWING DISPLAYS:

A corresponding message appears on the driver and media

display .

Emergency guide

In the event of an accident or breakdown, the emergency guide shows safety

notes on the central display.

THESE INCLUDE, FOR EXAMPLE:

Recommended actions when leaving the vehicle

Procedure for safely removing seat belts in the event of an accident

whereby the vehicle comes to rest on its roof

THE EMERGENCY GUIDE IS ACTIVATED IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS:

Occupant protection system has been triggered

An emergency call is made

Certain breakdown situations

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