MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class 2016 X166 Owner's Manual

Useful information............................340
Stowage areas ................................... 340
Features ............................................. 349
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Useful information
i
This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip-
ment 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 special-
ist workshops (
Ypage 29).
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, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den 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, particu-
larly 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 tail-
gate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
GWARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn
yourself. There is a risk of injury.
Always be particularly careful around the
exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow
these components to cool down before touch-
ing them.
The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle
weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare
wheel, installed accessories, vehicle occu-
pants and luggage/cargo.
Do not exceed the load limit or permitted
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) for your
vehicle. The gross load limit and the GVWR
are specified on the vehicle identification
plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door
(
Ypage 416).
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 416).
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle
(
Ypage 416).
The handling characteristics of a laden vehi-
cle 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 mass or the gross axle weight
rating for the vehicle (including occupants).
RThe cargo compartment is the preferred
place to carry objects.
RPosition heavy loads as far forwards as pos-
sible and as low down in the cargo com-
partment 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.
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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.
RSecure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges
for protection.
Stowage spaces
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 pro-
trude 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 handle :and open glove box
flap ;.
XTo close: fold glove box flap ;upwards
until it engages.
iThe glove box can be cooled and ventila-
ted (
Ypage 161).
1Glove box unlocked
2Glove box locked
The glove box can be locked and unlocked
using the mechanical key.
Partition :for 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 partition :forwards and
out
XTo install: insert partition :and push it
back until it engages.
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Stowage compartment under the arm-
rest
XTo open:pull handle :up.
The armrest folds out.
In the stowage compartment, there is a stow-
age 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 marking :.
The eyeglasses compartment opens down.
XTo close: press marking :again and the
eyeglasses compartment moves up and
engages.
Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment
is always closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Stowage compartment in the front cen- ter console
XTo open: slide cover :forwards.
Stowage compartment ;appears.
XTo close: pull cover :back as far as it will
go.
Stowage compartment in the rear cen-
ter console
XTo open: briefly press the stowage com-
partment marking.
The stowage compartment opens.
iDepending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be open stowage spaces above
and below the stowage compartment.
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Stowage net
GWARNING
Vehicles with the Occupant Classification
System (OCS):
If the gross weight of the objects in the stow- age 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 cate-
gory. 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.
Always observe the permissible gross weight
of 4.4 lb (2 kg). Stow and secure heavy
objects in the cargo compartment.
:Stowage net in front-passenger footwell
:Stowage net on the back of the front seats
:Stowage 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 113).
XFold down the rear seat armrest.
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XPull the center head restraint on the rear
bench seat into the uppermost position
(
Ypage 110).
XSlide release catch:to the left and swing
flap ;to the left until it is lying on the rear
side of the rear bench seat.
XPush cover =forward until it is lying on the
rear seat armrest.
Cargo compartment enlargement
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat
backrest are not engaged they could fold for-
wards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the
event of an accident.
RThe vehicle occupant would thereby be
pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench
seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The
seat belt can no longer offer the intended
level of protection and could even cause
injuries.
RObjects or loads in the trunk/cargo com-
partment cannot be restrained by the seat
backrest.
There is an increased risk of injury.
Before every trip, make sure that the seat
backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat
are engaged.
Make sure that the seat backrest and the seat
cushion are correctly engaged in position.
!Release and fold the seat cushion
upwards before folding the rear bench seat forward. Otherwise, the backrests may be
damaged.
When the backrest is folded forwards, the
front seats cannot be moved to their rear-
most position. Otherwise, the front seats
and the rear bench seat could be damaged.
!The backrest is heavy. Therefore, take
care when folding it down. Make sure that
the head restraints are pushed all the way
in so that the backrests and seat cushions
are not damaged.
Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 340).
The left-hand and right-hand backrests in the
second row of seats can be folded forwards
separately to increase the cargo compart-
ment capacity.
On vehicles with a 3rd row of seats, you must
fold down the 3rd row of seats beforehand
(
Ypage 113) to obtain maximum cargo com-
partment enlargement.
Folding the rear bench seat forwards
If the driver's or front-passenger seat is set
for a larger person, it may not be possible to
fold the rear bench seat forward. In this case,
move the front seats as far forward as possi-
ble.
XMove the head restraints to the lowest
position (
Ypage 112).
XPull release loop :of seat cushion ;.
XFold seat cushion ;up.
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XPull release handle=in the direction of
the arrow.
The backrest is released.
XFold the backrest forward until it reaches
the cargo compartment position.
XGuide seat belts ;under respective
clips :.
Folding the rear bench seat back
XFold seat backrest ;back until it engages.
Make sure not to trap the seat belt while
doing so.
XSwing seat cushion :back.
XPull up and adjust the head restraints if
necessary (
Ypage 112).
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings
General notes
GWARNING
The Top Tether anchorages cannot secure a
load. If you secure a load with the Top Tether
anchorages, the Top Tether anchorages could
be pulled out during braking, abrupt changes
in direction or in the event of an accident. The
load could slip, tip over or be flung around and
thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk
of injury.
Only use the cargo tie down rings when secur-
ing a load.
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
RSecure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
RDistribute the load on the cargo tie-down
rings evenly.
RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edges or corners.
RPad sharp edges for protection.
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Cargo compartment
There are four cargo tie-down rings:in the
cargo compartment.
Bag hook
GWARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug-
gage 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 marking :.
XTurn bag hook:until 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.
Alwa ys store objects so that they cannot be
flung aroun d.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 com-
partment 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 instal-
led behind the 2nd or 3rd row of seats.
Extending/retracting the cargo com-
partment cover
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XTo extend:pull the cargo compartment
cover back by grab handle :and clip it into
retainers ;on the left and right.
XTo retract: unhook the cargo compartment
cover from left-hand and right-hand retain-
ers ;.
XGuide cargo compartment cover forwards
by grab handle :until it is completely rol-
led up.
Coat hooks on the tailgate
:Coat hook
Stowage well under the cargo com-
partment floor
Important safety notes
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.
Opening/closing the cargo compart-
ment floor
XTo open: holding the ribbing, press han-
dle :down ;.
Handle :folds up.
XSwing the cargo compartment floor
upwards using handle :until it rests
against the cargo compartment cover.
XFold out hook =on the underside of the
cargo compartment floor in the direction of
the arrow.
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XAttach hook=to the cargo compart-
ment's upper seal ?.
XTo close:detach hook =from the cargo
compartment's upper seal ?.
XFasten hook=to the bracket on the
underside of the cargo compartment floor.
XFold the cargo compartment floor down.
XPress the cargo compartment floor
down ;until it engages.
Locking and unlocking the cargo com-
partment floor
1Cargo compartment floor unlocked
2Cargo compartment floor locked
The cargo compartment floor can be locked
and unlocked using the mechanical key.
Roof carrier
Important safety notes
GWARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving character-
istics change. If you exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as well as
steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
!Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof carriers that have been tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle.
Position the load on the roof carrier in such
a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam-
age even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle equipment,
ensure that when the roof carrier is instal-
led you can:
Rraise the sliding sunroof fully
Ropen the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel fully
Ropen the tailgate fully
You will find information on the maximum roof
load in the "Technical data" section
(
Ypage 454).
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof
load may become detached from the vehicle.
You must therefore ensure that you observe
the roof carrier manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Attaching the roof carrier
XSecure the roof carrier to roof rails :. In
doing so, observe the manufacturer's
installation instructions.
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