engine oil MERCEDES-BENZ GL 2014 Owners Manual

1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket...................................... 353
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning .........................................380
Function/notes.............................235
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)....72
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive)..................................................256
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message............................291
Function/notes ................................ 67
Important safety notes....................67
Warning lamp ................................. 327
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification.................155
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer)............................281
Display message............................314
Function/information....................247
Trailer towing.................................250
Active Curve System
Display message............................311
Function/notes.............................218
Active Driving Assistance package.247
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer)............................282
Display message............................313
Function/information....................251
Trailer towing.................................253
Active light function.........................133
Active Parking Assist
Display message............................314
Exiting a parking space..................229
Function/notes.............................226
Important safety notes..................226
Parking..........................................228
Towing a trailer..............................230
ADAPTIVE BRAKE................................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist
Display message............................298
Function/notes ................................ 71
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message............................306
Function/notes.............................134
Switching on/off...........................134
Additives (engine oil)........................450
ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
Function/notes.............................217
Air bags
Display message............................301
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger).......................................46
Important safety notes....................44
Knee bag .......................................... 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp..................................49
Safety guidelines.............................43
Side impact air bag..........................47
Window curtain air bag....................48
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message)..............309
AIR FLOW...........................................157
AIRMATIC package
ADS (Adaptive Damping System)...217
Function/notes.............................217
Level control..................................218
Air vents
Glove box .......................................163
Important safety notes..................162
Rear...............................................163
Setting...........................................162
Setting the center air vents...........162
Setting the side air vents...............163
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system).........77
Switching off (ATA)..........................77
Switching the function on/off
(ATA)................................................77
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer)......................................283
Setting the color (on-board
computer)......................................283
4Index

Symmetrical low beam..................128
Tire ruts.........................................199
Towing a trailer..............................264
Traveling uphill ............................... 200
Wet road surface...........................194
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message............................312
Function/notes.............................256
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer).....278
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer).....279
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating.................285
Function/notes.............................121
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive...........................122
Function/notes.............................121
Switching on/off...........................285
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message............................293
Function/notes ................................ 74
ECO display
Function/notes.............................192
On-board computer.......................276
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency release
Driver's door....................................88
Vehicle.............................................88
Emergency spare wheel
General notes................................439
Important safety notes..................439
Removing.......................................440
Storage location............................440
Technical data...............................441
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ...........................................59
Safety guidelines.............................43
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate............................................93
Emissions control
Service and warranty information....24
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 333
Display message............................306
Engine number......................444, 445
Irregular running............................172
Jump-starting.................................395
Starting problems..........................172
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey.......................................169
Starting with KEYLESS-GO.............170
Switching off..................................189
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 400
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction)...................172
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Adding...........................................372
Additives........................................450
Checking the oil level ..................... 371
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick..........................................371
Display message............................308
Filling capacity...............................449
Notes about oil grades ................... 449
Notes on oil level/consumption....371
Temperature (on-board computer).287
Viscosity........................................450
ESP®(Electronic Stability
Program)
4ETS................................................72
AMG menu (on-board computer)...287
Characteristics ................................. 73
Deactivating/activating...................73
Display message............................291
Function/notes ................................ 72
General notes..................................72
Important safety information...........72
Trailer stabilization ........................... 74
Warning lamp ................................. 329
Exhaust check...................................192
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions)381
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting.......................................122
Dipping (automatic).......................123
10Index

Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio).........................278
Memory function...............................125
Message memory (on-board
computer)..........................................290
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer)............279
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey)...........................................81
MOExtended tires.............................. 387
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle......................432
Mounting a new wheel...................431
Preparing the vehicle.....................428
Raising the vehicle.........................429
Removing a wheel..........................431
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away...................................428
MP3
Operation ....................................... 278
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes.............................274
Permanent display.........................283
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer.273
Overview..........................................35
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer)............277
see separate operating instructions
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating.................241
Cleaning ......................................... 381
Problem (malfunction)...................243
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle166
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Faults...............................................53
Operation .........................................49
System self-test...............................51
Occupant safety
Air bags...........................................44
Important safety notes....................42
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory
occupant protection).......................54
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)...........................................43
OCS
Faults...............................................53
Operation .........................................49
System self-test...............................51
Odometer...........................................275
Off-road driving
Approach/departure angle............455
Checklist after driving off-road......198
Checklist before driving off-road .... 198
Fording depth................................454
General information.......................197
Important safety notes..................197
Maximum gradient climbing ability 455
Traveling uphill ............................... 200
Off-road programs (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package)
Displays in the COMAND display...262
Function/notes.............................258
Off-road program 1........................258
Off-road program 2........................259
Off-road system
4MATIC..........................................256
DSR...............................................256
LOW RANGE off-road gear.............259
Off-road 4ETS..................................72
Off-road ABS....................................68
Off-road ESP®..................................74
Off-road programs (vehicles with
the ON&OFFROAD package)..........258
Oil
see Engine oil
On and Offroad menu (on-board
computer)..........................................286
14Index

Sliding sunroof.................................99
Tailgate............................................89
Reversing lamps (display message)305
Roadside Assistance (breakdown)....25
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel..................................100
Rear side windows.........................351
Roof carrier........................................348
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines).........................................383
Roof load (maximum)........................453
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation)............277
S
Safety
Child restraint systems....................60
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)...............................................49
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt.........................57
Adjusting the height ......................... 58
Belt force limiters............................59
Cleaning ......................................... 383
Correct usage..................................55
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........59
Fastening.........................................57
Important safety guidelines.............55
Releasing.........................................58
Safety guidelines.............................43
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer)......................285
Warning lamp ................................. 324
Warning lamp (function) ................... 58
Seats
Adjusting (electrically)...................108
Adjusting the head restraint..........108
Cleaning the cover.........................383
Correct driver's seat position........106
Entry position (3rd row of seats)....113
Exit position (3rd row of seats)......114
Folding down/up (third row of
seats) .............................................111
Folding the 2nd row of seats
forward electrically........................115
Folding the 2nd row of seats
forward manually...........................113
Folding the rear bench seat
forwards/back ............................... 344
Important safety notes..................107
Overview........................................107
Seat heating problem....................118
Seat ventilation problem................119
Storing settings (memory function) 125
Switching seat heating on/off.......116
Switching seat ventilation on/off..118
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 382
Sensors (cleaning instructions).......380
Service menu (on-board computer).282
Service products
Brake fluid.....................................450
Coolant (engine)............................450
DEF special additives.....................448
Engine oil.......................................449
Fuel ................................................ 446
Important safety notes..................445
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system)..........................................452
Washer fluid ...................................451
Settings
Factory (on-board computer).........286
On-board computer.......................282
Setting the air distribution...............158
Setting the airflow............................158
SETUP (on-board computer).............287
Side impact air bag.............................47
Side marker lamp (display
message)............................................ 305
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 379
Convenience closing feature............95
Convenience opening feature..........95
Hinged side windows.......................94
Important safety information...........93
Opening/closing..............................94
Overview..........................................93
Problem (malfunction).....................98
Resetting.........................................96
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Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off.................................................161
T
Tachometer........................................ 273
Tailgate
Display message............................321
Emergency unlocking.......................93
Important safety notes....................89
Limiting the opening angle...............92
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 92
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside)...................................90
Opening/closing (from outside).......90
Opening dimensions......................453
Power closing..................................88
Tail lamps
Display message............................304
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge.......................................33
Technical data
Capacities......................................445
Emergency spare wheel.................441
Information....................................444
Tires/wheels.................................432
Trailer loads...................................457
Vehicle data...................................453
TELEAID
Call priority....................................359
Downloading destinations
(COMAND).....................................359
Downloading routes.......................363
Emergency call..............................356
Geo fencing...................................363
Locating a stolen vehicle...............362
MB info call button........................358
Remote vehicle locking..................361
Roadside Assistance button..........358
Search & Send...............................360
Self-test.........................................356
Speed alert....................................363
System..........................................356
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 364
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis.......................................362
Vehicle remote unlocking..............361
Tele Aid
General notes................................355
Telephone
Accepting a call.............................279
Display message............................322
Menu (on-board computer)............279
Number from the phone book ........280
Redialing........................................280
Rejecting/ending a call.................279
Temperature
Coolant..........................................272
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 287
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 287
Outside temperature ......................273
Setting (climate control)................157
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system).........77
Immobilizer......................................77
Through-loading................................343
Time
see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER).........................287
TIREFIT kit..........................................388
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer).....412
Checking manually........................411
Display message............................318
Important safety notes..................412
Maximum.......................................410
Notes.............................................409
Not reached (TIREFIT)....................390
Reached (TIREFIT)..........................390
Recommended ............................... 408
Tire pressure loss warning
system
General notes................................411
Important safety notes..................411
Restarting......................................412
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically.................................414
Function/notes.............................412
General notes................................412
Important safety notes..................413
Restarting......................................415
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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).
SmartKey
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
Ropen the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
Rget out and disrupt traffic.
Roperate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
Rrelease the parking brake.
Rshifting the automatic transmission out of
park positionP
RStart the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
GWARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
GWARNING
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be
unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This
could cause the engine to be switched off.
There is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to
the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings
before inserting the SmartKey into the
ignition lock.
!Keep the SmartKey away from strong
magnetic fields. Otherwise, the remote
control function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
Do not keep the SmartKey:
Rwith electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
phone or another SmartKey
Rwith metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil
Rinside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case
This can affect the functionality of the
SmartKey.
Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key in the
temperature-controlled cup holder.
Otherwise, the KEYLESS-GO key will not be
recognized.
SmartKey functions
C7To lock the vehicle
DTTo open/close the tailgate

GWARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage
of the pedals, e.g.:
Rshoes with thick soles
Rshoes with high heels
Rslippers
There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
GWARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
GWARNING
If the parking brake has not been fully
released when driving, the parking brake can:
Roverheat and cause a fire
Rlose its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release
the parking brake fully before driving off.
!Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use
the engine's full performance until it has
reached operating temperature.
Only shift the automatic transmission to
the desired drive position when the vehicle
is stationary.
Where possible, avoid spinning the drive
wheels when pulling away on slippery
roads. You could otherwise damage the
drive train.
!AMG vehicles:at low engine oil
temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the
maximum engine speed is restricted in
order to protect the engine. To protect the
engine and maintain smooth engine
operation, avoid driving at full throttle when
the engine is cold.
SmartKey positions
SmartKey
ZTo remove the SmartKey
GPower supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers
HIgnition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position
ITo start the engine
iThe SmartKey can be turned in the
ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
KEYLESS-GO
General notes
RDo not keep the KEYLESS-GO key:
-with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
phone or another SmartKey
-with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil
-inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case
This can impair the functionality of the
KEYLESS-GO key.
Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key in the
temperature-controlled cup holder
(Ypage 349). Otherwise, the KEYLESS-GO
key will not be recognized.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with
a SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS-
Driving167
Driving and parking
Z

Problems with the transmission
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The transmission is losing oil.
XHave the transmission checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift intosecondgear and reverse gear.
XStop the vehicle.
XShift the transmission to positionP.
XSwitch off the engine.
XWait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
XShift the transmission to positionDorR.
IfDis selected, the transmission shifts intosecondgear; ifRis
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
XHave the transmission checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
Transfer case
!Performance tests may only be carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
system or transfer case could otherwise be
damaged. Contact a qualified specialist
workshop for a performance test.
!Because ESP®is an automatic system,
the engine and ignition must be switched
off (SmartKey in position0or1or Start/
Stop button in position0or1) when the
electric parking brake is being tested on a
brake dynamometer (maximum
10 seconds).
Braking triggered automatically by ESP®
may seriously damage the brake system.
!Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with either the front or the rear axle raised,
as doing so will damage the transmission.
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4-
wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always
transmitted to both axles.
Refueling
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and
explosion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refueling.
GWARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
182Refueling
Driving and parking

RAlways keep the engine running and in gear
when driving on a downhill gradient.
Activate DSR (Ypage 256).
RAlways keep the doors, tailgate, windows
and sliding sunroof closed while driving.
RAdapt your speed to the terrain. The
rougher, steeper or more ruts on the
terrain, the slower your speed should be.
RDrive slowly and at an even speed through
the water. Ensure that a bow wave does not
form as you drive.
RDrive with extreme care on unfamiliar off-
road routes where visibility is poor. For
safety reasons, get out of the vehicle first
and survey the off-road route.
RLook out for obstacles, such as rocks,
holes, tree stumps and furrows.
RCheck the depth of water before fording
rivers and streams.
RWhen fording, do not stop and do not
switch off the engine.
ROn sand, drive quickly to overcome the
rolling resistance. Otherwise the vehicle's
wheels could become stuck in loose
ground.
RDo not jump with the vehicle as this will
interrupt the vehicle's propulsion.
RAlways keep the engine running and in gear
when driving on a slope.
RDo not shift the automatic transmission to
transmission positionN.
iDo not use the HOLD function when
driving off-road, on steep uphill or downhill
gradients or on slippery or loose surfaces.
The HOLD function cannot hold the vehicle
on such surfaces.
Checklist before driving off-road
!If the engine oil warning lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in motion, stop the
vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible.
Check the engine oil level. The engine oil
warning lamp warning must not be ignored.
Continuing the journey while the symbol is
displayed could lead to engine damage.
XEngine oil level:check the engine oil level
and add oil if necessary.
When driving on steep gradients, the
engine oil level must be sufficiently high to
ensure a correct oil supply in the vehicle.
XDEF tank (BlueTEC vehicles):check the
level and top up if necessary (Ypage 186).
XTire-changing tool kit:check that the jack
is working and make sure you have the lug
wrench, a robust tow cable and a folding
spade in the vehicle.
XWheels and tires:check the tire tread
depth and tire pressure.
XCheck for damage and remove any foreign
objects, e.g. small stones, from the
wheels/tires.
XReplace any missing valve caps.
XReplace dented or damaged wheels.
XRims:dented or bent rims can result in a
loss of tire pressure and damage the tire
bead. Therefore, check your rims before
driving off-road and replace them as
required.
Checklist after driving off-road
!If you detect damage to the vehicle after
driving off-road, have the vehicle checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
XVehicles with the ON&OFFROAD
package:activate the on-road program
(Ypage 258).
XDeactivate the LOW RANGE off-road gear
(Ypage 259).
XDeactivate DSR (Ypage 256).
XVehicles with the AIRMATIC package:
lower the vehicle to a ride height suitable
for the road conditions, e.g. to the
highway/high-speed level.
XClean the headlamps and rear lights and
check for damage.
XClean the front and rear license plates.
XClean the wheels/tires with a water jet and
remove any foreign objects.
198Driving tips
Driving an d parking

!Make sure that the windshield wipers are
not folded away from the windshield. You
could otherwise damage the windshield
wipers or the hood.
XMake sure that the windshield wipers are
turned off.
XPull release leverCon the hood.
The hood is released.
XReach into the gap, pull hood catch
handleDup and lift the hood.
If you lift the hood by approximately 15 in
(40 cm), the hood is opened and held open
automatically by the gas-filled strut.
Closing the hood
XLower the hood and let it fall from a height
of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
XCheck that the hood has engaged properly.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not
properly engaged. Open it again and close
it with a little more force.
Radiator
Vehicles with a diesel engine:do not cover
the radiator, for example with a winter front
or bug cover. The readings of the on-board-
diagnostic system may otherwise be
inaccurate. Some of these readings are
required by law and must be accurate at all
times.
Engine oil
General notes
Depending on your driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per
600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption
may be higher than this when the vehicle is
new or if you frequently drive at high engine
speeds.
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may
be in a different location.
When checking the oil level:
Rpark the vehicle on a level surface.
Rthe engine should be switched off for
approximately five minutes if the engine is
at normal operating temperature.
Rif the engine is not at normal operating
temperature, e.g. if the engine was only
started briefly, wait about 30 minutes
before carrying out the measurement.
Checking the oil level using the oil
dipstick
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine
compartment, such as the engine, radiator
and parts of the exhaust system, can become
very hot. Working in the engine compartment
poses a risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
Engine compartment371
Maintenance and care
Z