2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Owner's Manual
Year:
2010
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
GL
Rating:
Table of Contents
Introduction
22
Notes
22
Vehicle equipment
22
Service and warranty information
22
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
23
Maintenance
23
Roadside Assistance
23
Change of address or ownership
24
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
24
Proper use of\n\t\tthe vehicle
25
Information\n\t\tregarding electronic recording devices
26
At a glance
28
Exterior view
28
Cockpit
29
Instrument cluster
30
Upper part (Vehicles without\n\t\tenhanced off-road package)
33
Upper part (Vehicles with enhanced\n\t\toff-road package)
34
Lower part \n\t\t
35
Overhead control panel
35
Door control panel
36
Safety and security
38
Introduction
38
SRS indicator lamp
38
Air bags
39
Occupant Classification System
44
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system
48
Seat belts
50
Preventive occupant safety (PRE-SAFE®)
54
NECK-PRO active front head restraints
55
Correct driver seat adjustment
56
Children in the vehicle
57
Introduction
63
ABS
64
BAS
65
EBP
65
Immobilizer
68
Anti-theft alarm system
68
Canceling the alarm
69
Controls in detail
72
Notes
72
SmartKey
72
KEYLESS-GO
73
Checking SmartKey batteries
75
Loss of the SmartKey
75
Replacing the SmartKey
76
Opening the doors from the inside
76
Automatic central locking
76
Locking and unlocking from the inside
77
Tailgate
77
SmartKey
82
Safety notes
84
Seat adjustment
85
Easy-entry/exit feature for third-row seats
87
Lumbar support
89
Rear seats
89
Multicontour seats
92
Seat ventilation
92
Safety notes
93
Steering wheel adjustment, manual (USA only)
93
Steering wheel adjustment, electrical
94
Easy-entry/exit feature
94
Notes
95
Interior rear view mirror
95
Exterior rear view mirrors
96
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
96
Exterior rear view mirror parking position
97
Notes
98
Storing positions into memory
99
Notes
99
Exterior lamp switch
99
Combination switch
102
Hazard warning flasher
103
Headlamp cleaning system
103
Interior lighting in the front
103
Notes
105
Windshield wipers
105
Rear window wiper/washer
106
Opening and closing
107
Synchronizing door windows
109
Summer opening feature
109
Safety notes
110
Starting the engine
110
Driving off
112
Problems while driving
113
Parking
114
Introduction
116
Gear selector lever
116
Shifting procedure
118
Transmission positions
118
Driving tips
119
Gear ranges
120
One-touch gearshifting
120
A few words about differentials and\n\t\tdifferential locks \n\t\t
124
Switching differential locks \n\t\t
124
AUTO mode
125
Introduction
126
Activating the instrument cluster
126
Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination
126
Resetting trip odometer
127
Introduction
127
Multifunction steering wheel
127
Multifunction display
129
Menus and submenus
129
Standard display menu
130
Audio/DVD menu
131
Navigation menu
132
Off-road menu
133
Distronic menu
133
Vehicle status message memory menu
133
Settings menu
134
Vehicle configuration menu
142
Trip computer menu
143
Introduction
146
Cruise control
146
Distronic
149
Hill-start assist system
157
Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR)
157
Off-road driving program (Vehicles without enhanced off-road package)
160
Air suspension program
161
Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
161
Vehicle level control
161
All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
168
Parktronic system
168
Control panel
177
Notes on climate control
178
Deactivating the climate control system
179
Air conditioning
179
Automatic mode
180
Setting the temperature
180
Adjusting air distribution
180
Adjusting air volume
181
Front defroster
181
Air recirculation mode
182
Control panels
183
Notes on 3-zone automatic climate control
187
Deactivating the climate control system
187
Air conditioning
188
Automatic mode
189
Setting the temperature
189
Adjusting air distribution
190
Adjusting air volume
191
Front defroster
191
Air recirculation mode
192
Residual heat and ventilation
193
Using driver-side settings for all temperature zones
193
Opening and closing
194
Loading instructions
196
Carriers
198
Parcel nets
202
Cargo tie-down rings
202
Hooks
203
Expanding cargo volume
203
Cargo compartment cover blind
207
Cargo net
208
Front storage compartments
209
Cup holders
211
Sun visors
212
Rear panorama roof sunshade
213
Ashtrays
213
Cigarette lighter
214
Power outlets
214
Tele Aid
216
Garage door opener
221
Compass
225
Floormats
225
Infrared reflecting windshield
225
Seat cover under third-row seats
226
Operation
228
Vehicle equipment
228
Refueling
228
Hood
230
Radiator
232
Engine oil
232
Transmission fluid level
233
Coolant level
233
Washer system and headlamp cleaning system
234
Safety notes
235
Important guidelines
236
Recommended tire inflation pressure
236
Checking tire inflation pressure
239
Maximum tire inflation pressure
244
Loading the vehicle
244
Maximum tire load
248
Direction of rotation
248
MOExtended system
248
Tire care and maintenance
249
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
250
Rotating tires
251
Tire labeling
252
Load identification
255
DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
255
Tire ply material
256
General information
259
Winter tires
259
Snow chains
260
Drive sensibly – save fuel
261
Drinking and driving
261
Pedals
261
Power assistance
261
Brakes
262
Driving off
263
Hydroplaning
264
Standing water
264
Off-road driving
264
Trailer towing
271
Driving abroad
274
Control and operation of radio transmitter
274
Notes
275
Maintenance service indicator message
275
Calling up the maintenance service indicator display
276
Cleaning and care of the vehicle
277
Practical hints
286
First aid kit
286
Vehicle tool kit
286
Notes
289
Text messages
290
Lamps in instrument cluster
316
Unlocking the vehicle
325
Locking the vehicle
326
Head restraints\n\t\t(standard)
327
SmartKey
329
Safety notes
330
Bulbs
331
Replacing bulbs for front lamps
332
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps
334
Safety notes
336
Removing wiper blades
337
Safety notes
338
Preparing the vehicle
338
Sealing tires with TIREFIT
339
Mounting the spare wheel
342
MOExtended system
347
Safety notes
350
Charging the battery
352
Safety notes
354
Installing towing eye bolt
355
Towing with all wheels on the ground
356
Introduction
357
Before replacing fuses
357
Fuse box in passenger compartment
358
Fuse box in engine compartment
358
Fuse box in cargo compartment
359
Emergency engine shutdown
359
Technical data
362
Vehicle equipment
362
Loss of\n\t\tService and Warranty Information booklet \n\t\t
362
Identification labels
362
Vehicle specification GL 350 BlueTEC (164.825)
364
Vehicle specification GL 450 (164.871)
364
Notes
367
Same size tires
369
Capacities
370
Approved engine oils
372
Engine oil additives
373
Air conditioning refrigerant
373
Brake fluid
373
Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)
373
Fuel requirements
373
Gasoline additives (gasoline engine)
374
AdBlue®
375
Coolants
375
Washer system and headlamp cleaning system
377
Service and\n\t\t Literature
379
FAQ about the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Manual
What contains the 2010 GL manual?
The Mercedes-Benz GL owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Mercedes-Benz to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Mercedes-Benz GL. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Mercedes-Benz GL 2010 owner's manual:
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Best practice for driving your Mercedes-Benz GL
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
Where to download the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Owners Manual?
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Is the manual for the Mercedes-Benz GL year 2010 free?
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The Mercedes-Benz GL (2010) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2010 is available in English.
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