radiator MERCEDES-BENZ GL350 BlueTEC 2011 X164 Owner's Manual

I
Immobilizer .......................................... 69
Indicator and warning lamps ABS ................................................ 256
Brakes ........................................... 254
DISTRONIC .................................... 260
Engine diagnostics .........................259
ESP ®
.............................................. 257
Fuel tank ........................................ 259
Reserve fuel ................................... 259
Seat belt ........................................ 255
SRS ................................................ 258
Tire pressure monitor ....................260
Insect protection on the radiator .... 295
Instrument cluster Overview .......................................... 28
Selecting the language (on-board
computer) ...................................... 222
Submenu (on-board computer) ......221
Warning and indicator lamps ...........29
Instrument cluster lighting ................ 28
Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster lighting
Interior lighting
Automatic control ..........................119
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 224
Emergency lighting ........................119
Manual control ............................... 119
Reading lamp ................................. 118
Setting ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 223
ISOFIX (LATCH-type child seat
securing system) ................................. 62
J
Jack Storage location ............................ 310
Using ............................................. 318
Jump-starting ..................................... 325
K
Key Convenience closing feature ............87
Convenience opening feature ..........86
Display message ............................ 252
Starting the engine ........................148
KEYLESS-GO
Button ............................................ 147
Convenience closing feature ............87
Locking ............................................ 73
Starting the engine ........................149
Unlocking ......................................... 73
Key positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 147
SmartKey ....................................... 147
Kickdown ........................................... 155
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Lane-change assistant see Blind Spot Assist
Language (on-board computer) ........ 222
Level control ...................................... 189
Level control (display message) ...... 244
License plate lamp (display
message) ............................................ 239
Light Setting ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 223
Lights
Activating/deactivating the
interior lighting delayed switch-off
(on-board computer) ......................224
Active light function .......................118
Automatic headlamp mode ............115
Daytime running lamps ..................115
Driving abroad ............................... 114
Fog lamps ...................................... 116
Hazard warning lamps ...................117
High-beam headlamps ...................117
Light switch ................................... 114
Low-beam headlamps ....................115
Rear fog lamp ................................ 116
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (on-board computer) . 223
Switching the exterior lighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 223
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) ..........223
Light sensor (display message) ....... 240
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Power windowssee Side windows
Pre-emptive occupant safety
system
see PRE-SAFE ®
system
PRE-SAFE ®
system
Display message ............................ 231
Operation ......................................... 51
Product information ............................ 19
Pulling away Automatic transmission .................149
R
Radar sensor system (on-board
computer) .......................................... 224
Radiator cover ................................... 295
Radio Changing a station (on-board
computer) ...................................... 219
see separate operating instructions
Radio-controlled equipment
Assembly ....................................... 292
Range (on-board computer) ............. 227
Rear bench seat Folding forwards/back ..................267
Rear compartment
Activating/deactivating climate
control ........................................... 137
Setting the air vents ..............143, 144
Setting the temperature ................139
Rear-compartment seat
see Rear seat
Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 239
Rear seat Adjusting ....................................... 100
Rear view camera
Function/notes ............................. 198
Rear view camera (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 303
Rear-view mirror Anti-glare (manual) ........................108
Dipping (automatic) .......................109
Rear window heating
Malfunction .................................... 141
Switching on/off ........................... 141
Rear window wiper ........................... 126
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 127
Refueling ............................................ 159
Remote control Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 289
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 23
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 243
Warning lamp ................................. 259
Reset button ........................................ 28
Residual heat Switching on/off ........................... 142
Restraint systems
see SRS
Reversing lamp (display message) .. 239
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 20
Roller sunblind Rear panorama roof .......................279
Roof carrier ........................................ 273
Roof lining and carpets (Cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 305
Route see Route guidance (on-board
computer)
Route guidance (on-board
computer) .......................................... 220
S
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................59
Child restraint systems ....................59
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 42
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 36
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Folding down/up (third row of
seats) ............................................. 100
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt .........................56
Adjusting the height ......................... 56
Belt force limiters ............................ 57
Cleaning ......................................... 305
Correct usage .................................. 54
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WheelsChanging/replacing .......................350
Changing a wheel .......................... 316
Checking ........................................ 335
Cleaning ......................................... 301
Guidelines to be observed .............335
Mounting a wheel .......................... 319
Removing a wheel ..........................319
Tightening torque ........................... 320
Wheel size/tire size .......................357
Window curtain air bag ....................... 42
Windows see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 302
Windshield Defrosting ...................................... 140
Infrared reflective .......................... 292
Windshield washer fluid (display
message) ............................................ 252
Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid .......................297
Notes ............................................. 370
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes ..................125
Replacing the wiper blades ............126
Switching on/off ........................... 125
Troubleshooting ............................. 127
Winter operation ............................... 173
Radiator cover ............................... 295
Winter tires ........................................ 171
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Off-road fording:Fording depthFordingdepthVehicles with the AIRMATIC
packageRaised level20 in.
(50 cm)Vehicles with the Off-Road
Pro engineering packageOff-road level 320 in.
(50 cm)Off-road level 220 in.
(50 cm)Off-road level 123.6 in.
(60 cm)
R Establish how deep the water is and the
characteristics of the body of water before
fording.
R Select the highest possible vehicle level.
R Select the off-road drive program
( Y page 204) or the LOW RANGE off-road
gear ( Y page 157).
R Select the off-road drive program
( Y page 204).
R Restrict the shift range to 1 or 2.
R Avoid high engine speeds.
R Enter and exit the water at a flat place and
at a steady walking pace.
! Under no circumstances should you
accelerate before entering the water. The
bow wave could cause water to enter and
damage the engine and other assemblies.
R Drive slowly and at an even speed through
the water.
R Do not stop.
! Do not open any of the vehicle's doors
while fording. Otherwise, water could get
into the vehicle interior and damage the
vehicle's electronics and interior
equipment.
R Water offers a high degree of resistance,
and the ground is slippery and in some
cases unstable. Therefore, it is difficult and
dangerous to pull away in the water.
R Ensure that a bow wave does not form as
you drive.
R Clean any mud from the tire tread after
fording.
R Apply the brakes to dry them after fording.
Winter driving
Important safety notes
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center, at the onset of
winter.
Observe the notes in the "Winter operation"
section ( Y page 173).
i Vehicles with a diesel engine: do not
cover the radiator, e.g. with a protective
cover. The measuring function of the
Onboard Diagnosis System may otherwise
provide inaccurate values. Some of these
values are required by law and must
therefore always be accurate.
Winter tires
Use winter tires at temperatures below
45 ‡ (7 †) and on snow or ice-covered roads.
Only winter tires also bearing the i
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The display messages and the corresponding symbol that indicate that the coolant level is
too low must not be ignored.Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions?
Coolant Stop car,
switch engine offThe coolant is too hot.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XMake sure that the air supply to the radiator is not blocked, e.g.
by snow, slush or ice.XWait until the display message disappears before restarting the
engine. Otherwise, there is a risk of engine damage.XPay attention to the coolant temperature display.XIf the temperature increases again, visit a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.The poly-V-belt may have torn.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XOpen the hood.XCheck whether the poly-V-belt is torn.
If the poly-V-belt is torn:
! Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the poly-V-belt is OK:
XWait until the display message disappears before restarting the
engine. Otherwise, there is a risk of engine damage.XPay attention to the coolant temperature display.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.GWarning
Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the
engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned.
Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the
engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of the
vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down.
! If the coolant temperature exceeds 248 ‡(120 †) do not continue driving. The engine will
otherwise be damaged.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCruise Control
--- mph A condition for activating cruise control has not been met.
You wanted to save a speed of less than 20 mph (30 km/h).XIf the situation allows, drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and
save the speed.XCheck the activation conditions for cruise control
( Y page 179).DISTRONIC
--- MPH An activation condition for DISTRONIC is not fulfilled.XIf the situation allows, drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and
save the speed.XCheck activation conditions for DISTRONIC ( Y page 181).DISTRONIC
OverrideDISTRONIC is no longer controlling the speed of the vehicle.XTake your foot off the accelerator pedal.DISTRONIC
InoperativeDISTRONIC is faulty or the display has failed.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.DISTRONIC
Currently
Unavailable See
Operator's ManualDISTRONIC is deactivated and is temporarily inoperative if:
R the DISTRONIC cover in the radiator grill is dirty.
R its function is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
R the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio
stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
R the radar sensor system has not detected any vehicles or
stationary objects, e.g. traffic signs, for a long time.
R the system is outside the operating temperature range.
DISTRONIC becomes available again and the display message
disappears when:
R the dirt (e.g. slush) drops away while the vehicle is in motion.
R the system detects that the sensors are fully available again.
R the system is within the operating temperature range.
If the display message continues to be displayed:XClean the DISTRONIC cover in the radiator grill ( Y page 303).XRestart the engine.GWarning
DISTRONIC cannot take weather conditions into account. Switch off DISTRONIC or do not turn
it on if the sensor is dirty or visibility is diminished as a result of snow, rain or fog. The distance
control may be impaired even before the system is able to detect a dirty sensor. The DISTRONIC
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Vehicle equipment
i This manual describes all the standard
and optional equipment of your vehicle
which was available at the time of
purchase. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not feature all functions described
here. This also refers to safety-related
systems and functions.
Engine compartment
Hood
Opening the hood
GWarning
Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle
is in motion. Otherwise, the hood could be
forced open by passing air flow.
This could cause the hood to come loose and
injure you and/or others.
GWarning!
Do not open the hood when the engine is
overheated. You could be seriously injured.
Observe the coolant temperature display to
determine whether the engine may be
overheated. If you see flames or smoke
coming from the engine compartment, move
away from the vehicle. Wait until the engine
has cooled. If necessary, call the fire
department.
GWarning!
There is a risk of injury if the hood is open,
even if the engine is not running.
Some engine components can become very
hot.
To avoid the risk of burns, only touch those
components described in the Operator's
Manual and observe the relevant safety notes.
GWarning
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the
engine is running.
The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or may even
restart after the engine has been turned off.
Stay clear of fan blades.
GWarning!
Vehicles with gasoline engine:
The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high voltage
it is dangerous to touch any components
(ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic
socket) of the ignition system
R with the engine running
R while starting the engine
R when the ignition is switched on and the
engine is turned manually
GWarning!
Vehicles with diesel engine:
The engine is equipped with a high-voltage
electronic control unit for the injection
system. Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any components of the
injection system (injectors, electrical wires)
R with the engine running
R while starting the engine
R when the ignition is switched on
XMake sure that the windshield wipers are
switched off.GWarning!
The windshield wipers and wiper linkage
could be set in motion.
When the hood is open, you or others could
be injured by the wiper linkage.
Make sure that the windshield wipers are
switched off. Remove the SmartKey or make
sure that no ignition position has been
selected with KEYLESS-GO. All indicator
lamps must be off in the instrument panel.
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XPull release lever : on the hood.
The hood is released.
! Make sure that the windshield wipers are
not folded away from the windshield. You
could otherwise damage the windshield
wipers or the hood.
XReach into the gap, pull hood catch
handle ; up and lift the hood.
Closing the hood
GWarning
When closing the hood, use extreme caution
not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that
you do not close the hood on anyone.
Make sure the hood is securely engaged
before driving off. Do not continue driving if
the hood can no longer engage after an
accident, for example. The hood could
otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in
motion and injure you and/or others.
XLower the hood and let it fall from a height
of approximately 8 inches (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
i Vehicles with a diesel engine: do not
cover the radiator, for example with a
winter front or bug cover. Otherwise, the
readings of the on-board-diagnostic
system may be inaccurate. Some of these
readings are required by law and must be
accurate at all times.
Engine oil
Notes on the oil level
Depending on the driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 l) of oil over a
distance of 600 miles (1000 km). The oil
consumption may be higher than this when
the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at
high engine speeds.
When checking the oil level:
R park the vehicle on a level surface.
R the engine should be switched off for at
least five minutes if the engine is at normal
operating temperature.
R the engine should be switched off for at
least 30 minutes if it is not at normal
operating temperature (i.e. if you only start
the engine briefly).
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