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Date of printing:
05/16/2012Online Owner's Manual [In depth | Mode | Driving tips]
Owner's Manual version: H 09/10
Note: The online Owner's Manual is the latest version available. Deviations between this manual and items specific to your vehicle may occur since Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles to the latest technology and modifies design and equipment. Please note that this online Owner's Manual does not under any circumstances replace the printed Owner's Manual which is supplied with the vehicle.
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Contents
| Running-in |
| Driving abroad |
| Driving off-road |
| Transport by rail |
| Fuel consumption |
| AdBlue® consumption |
| Engine oil consumption |
| Speed limiter |
It is of decisive importance for the operating life, reliability and economy of the vehicle that the engine is not subjected to its full rated load during the running-in period.
Run the vehicle in carefully. Drive at varying road and engine speeds.
Avoid heavy loads (driving at full throttle) and high engine speeds. Do not exceed ¾ of the maximum speed for each gear.
Avoid depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point on vehicles with an automatic transmission (kickdown), and only engage gear 3, 2 or 1 while driving slowly.
An extensive network of Mercedes-Benz Service Centres is also at your disposal when you are travelling abroad. The workshop directories are available from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
In some countries, only fuels with a higher sulphur content are available.
You will find information about fuel in the "Service products" section more.
Mercedes-Benz recommends fitting a fuel filter with a water separator if the vehicle is mainly operated in countries with high water content in the diesel fuel.
When driving in countries in which traffic drives on the opposite side of the road to the country where the vehicle is registered, the headlamps must be partially masked.
WARNING
Masking the headlamps incorrectly can impair your visibility when driving with the headlamps switched on. You could also impede other road users. Oncoming traffic may be dazzled.
Always have the headlamps masked/switched over at a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. All work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
When driving the vehicle, particularly on rough terrain, ensure that the driven wheels always have sufficient traction.
Avoid letting the drive wheels spin. Spinning drive wheels can damage the differential. Engage the differential lock.
WARNING
If you drive too fast off-road, you may not recognise obstacles in good time or you may underestimate the roughness of the ground. When driving off-road, always drive slowly to avoid damaging the vehicle.
The vehicle may slip to the side, tip and roll over. Always drive along the line of fall when you are on a slope. Never drive across a slope. Never turn the vehicle around on a slope. If the vehicle cannot manage an uphill slope, drive back down the slope in reverse gear.
You could lose control of the vehicle if you shift the transmission to neutral or disengage the clutch on an incline and then try to brake the vehicle using only the service brake. Never let the vehicle roll.
Overloading the vehicle will increase the risk of the vehicle tipping over. Never exceed the maximum permissible axle loads under any circumstances. Keep the vehicle's centre of gravity as low as possible when the vehicle is laden.
If the vehicle is frequently or mainly operated in muddy or marshy terrain, substances that impair braking efficiency, such as sand or oil mixed with water, could get into the brake system. This may lead to excessive wear and a reduction in braking efficiency. In an emergency, there is a risk that full braking power may no longer be available.
After driving off-road, always carry out a short brake test. If you detect a reduced braking effect or hear grinding noises, have the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop, for example at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
WARNING
WARNING
Before driving off-road, stop the vehicle and shift to a low gear.
Only drive off-road with the engine running and a gear engaged.
Drive slowly and smoothly. Walking pace is necessary in many situations.
Make sure that the wheels always remain in contact with the ground. Engage the transfer case and the differential locks.
Drive with extreme care over unknown terrain where you can only see for a short distance. As a precaution, get out of the vehicle to take a look at the route to be taken first.
Watch out for obstacles (e.g. rocks, holes, tree stumps and ruts).
Transporting your vehicle by rail may be subject to certain restrictions or require special measures to be taken in some countries due to varying tunnel heights and loading standards.
You may obtain information about this from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Observe the advice in the "Protection of the environment" section to keep fuel consumption low more.
The following components of the different vehicle versions influence fuel consumption:
Due to these factors, an exact fuel consumption figure cannot be given for each vehicle.
Once the engine has been run in, oil consumption may amount to up to 0.5% of actual fuel consumption. Longer distances covered and more arduous operating conditions could result in certain vehicles exceeding this value.
Regular maintenance is one of the preconditions for moderate rates of consumption.
You can only estimate the engine oil consumption after you have driven a considerable distance.
Check the engine oil level on a regular basis, e.g. weekly or each time you refuel more.
On vehicles with a speed limiting feature, the top speed is limited to 90 km/h. This value may vary in accordance with legal requirements in different countries.
Before overtaking, take into consideration that the engine speed limiter takes effect to prevent the speed increasing any further when a speed of 90 km/h is reached.
On downhill gradients, the limit speed may be exceeded. Apply the brakes if necessary. The driver is responsible for ensuring that the maximum permitted speed is not exceeded.
Notes
Date of printing:
05/16/2012Online Owner's Manual [In depth | Mode | Driving tips]
Owner's Manual version: H 09/10
Note: The online Owner's Manual is the latest version available. Deviations between this manual and items specific to your vehicle may occur since Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles to the latest technology and modifies design and equipment. Please note that this online Owner's Manual does not under any circumstances replace the printed Owner's Manual which is supplied with the vehicle.
