MERCEDES-BENZ GL 2014 Owners Manual

Useful information............................340
Stowage areas..................................340
Features.............................................348
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Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
iRead the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Ypage 28).
Stowage areas
Loading guidelines
GWARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the event of sudden braking or
a sudden change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
GWARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
is open when the engine is running,
particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could enter the passenger
compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the
tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle
weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare
wheel, installed accessories, vehicle
occupants and luggage/cargo.
The gross load limit and the gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) for your vehicle must
never be exceeded. The gross load limit and
the GVWR are specified on the vehicle
identification plate on the B-pillar of the
driver's door (Ypage 415).
The load must also be distributed so that the
weight on each axle never exceeds the gross
axle weight rating (GAWR) for the front and
rear axles. The specifications for GVWR and
GAWR are on the vehicle identification plate
on the B-pillar of the driver's door
(Ypage 415).
Observe the notes on the loading the vehicle
(Ypage 415).
The handling characteristics of a laden
vehicle are dependent on the distribution of
the load within the vehicle. For this reason,
you should observe the following notes when
transporting a load:
RNever exceed the maximum permissible
gross vehicle weight or the gross axle
weight rating of the vehicle (including
occupants).
RThe cargo compartment is the preferred
place to carry objects.
RPosition heavy loads as far forwards as
possible and as low down in the cargo
compartment as possible.
RThe load must not protrude above the
upper edge of the seat backrests.
RAlways place the load against the rear or
front seat backrests. Make sure that the
seat backrests are securely locked into
place.
RAlways place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
RUse the cargo tie down rings and the parcel
nets to transport loads and luggage.
RUse cargo tie-down rings and fastening
materials appropriate for the weight and
size of the load.
RHook in the cargo net when loading.
RSecure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges
for protection.
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Stowage space
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
RAlways stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not
protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets
or stowage nets.
RClose the lockable stowage spaces while
driving.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the cargo compartment.
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 340).
Glove box
XTo open:pull handleCand open glove box
flapD.
XTo close:fold glove box flapDupwards
until it engages.
iThe glove box can be cooled and
ventilated (Ypage 163).
GGlove box unlocked
HGlove box locked
The glove box can be locked and unlocked
using the mechanical key.
PartitionCfor stowing flat objects is located
in the upper section of the glove box. It can
be removed to increase the stowage space in
the glove box.
XTo remove:pull partitionCforwards and
out
XTo install:insert partitionCand push it
back until it engages.
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Z

Stowage compartment under the
armrest
XTo open:pull handleCup.
The armrest folds out.
In the stowage compartment, there is a
stowage tray.
iDepending on the vehicle equipment, a
USB connection or a Media Interface is
installed in the stowage compartment.
A Media Interface is a universal interface
for mobile audio equipment, e.g. for an
iPod®or MP3 player (see the separate
COMAND Operating Instructions).
iThere is a removable stowage tray in the
storage compartment, in which objects
such as an iPod®can be stored.
Eyeglasses compartment
XTo open:press markingC.
The eyeglasses compartment opens
downwards.
XTo close:press markingCagain and the
eyeglasses compartment returns upwards
and engages.
Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment
is always closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Stowage compartment in the front
center console
XTo open:slide coverCforwards.
Stowage compartmentDappears.
XTo close:pull coverCback as far as it will
go.
Stowage compartment in the rear
center console
XTo open:briefly press the stowage
compartment marking.
The stowage compartment opens.
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iDepending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be open stowage spaces above
and below the stowage compartment.
Stowage nets
GWARNING
Vehicles with the Occupant Classification
System (OCS):
If the gross weight of the objects in the
stowage net on the back of the front-
passenger seat is greater than 4.4 lb (2 kg),
OCS cannot correctly assess the occupant's
weight category. The front-passenger front air
bag could deploy without cause, or may fail to
deploy in the event of an accident. This poses
an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Never exceed the permissible gross weight of
4.4 lb (2 kg). Stow and secure heavy objects
in the cargo compartment.
CStowage net in front-passenger footwell
CStowage net on the back of the front seats
CStowage net in cargo compartment
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 340)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces (Ypage 341).
Through-loading facility in the rear
If objects or loads are not secured when being
transported in the through-loading facility,
they could slip or be thrown around and
thereby hit vehicle occupants.
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 340)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces (Ypage 341).
The through-loading facility is opened from
the cargo compartment.
XRelease the seat backrests in the second
row of seats and tilt them in the cargo/load
position (Ypage 111).
XFold down the rear seat armrest.
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Z

XPull the center head restraint on the rear
bench seat into the uppermost position
(Ypage 108).
XSlide release catchCto the left and swing
flapDto the left until it is lying on the rear
side of the rear bench seat.
XPush cover

XPull release handle

Cargo compartment
There are four cargo tie-down ringsCin the
cargo compartment.
Bag hook
GWARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of
luggage could be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
!The bag hook can bear a maximum load
of 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to
secure a load.
There is a bag hook in the cargo compartment
on the right-hand side.
XPress bag hook markingC.
XTurn bag hookCuntil it engages.
Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes
GWARNING
On its own, the cargo compartment cover
cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,
items of luggage and heavy loads. You could
be hit by an unsecured load during sudden
changes in direction, braking or in the event
of an accident. There is an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using tie downs, even if you are using the
cargo compartment cover.
!When loading the vehicle, make sure that
you do not stack the load in the cargo
compartment higher than the lower edge of
the side windows. Do not place heavy
objects on top of the cargo compartment
cover.
The cargo compartment cover may be
installed behind the 2nd or 3rd row of seats.
Extending/retracting the cargo
compartment cover
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XTo extend:pull the cargo compartment
cover back by grab handleCand clip it
into retainersDon the left and right.
XTo retract:unhook the cargo compartment
cover from left-hand and right-hand
retainersD.
XGuide cargo compartment cover forwards
by grab handleCuntil it is completely
rolled up.
Coat hooks on the tailgate
CCoat hook
Stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor
GWARNING
If you drive when the cargo compartment floor
is open, objects could be flung around, thus
striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of
injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction.
Always close the cargo compartment floor
before a journey.
The TIREFIT kit, tire-change tool kit, etc. are
located in the stowage compartment.
XTo open:holding the ribbing, press
handleCdownwardsD.
HandleCfolds up.
XSwing the cargo compartment floor
upwards using handleCuntil it rests
against the cargo compartment cover.
XFold out hook

XAttach hook