Mercedes-Benz 2009 GL-Class Automobile User Manual


 
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)
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Therefore, your driving style must be
adapted accordingly. Avoid abrupt steering
and driving maneuvers, as well as driving
over obstacles (road curbs, potholes, or off-
road areas). This is especially important if
the vehicle is heavily loaded.
The emergency driving distance that can be
achieved greatly depends on the demands
placed on the vehicle. Depending on speed,
load, driving maneuvers, road conditions,
outside temperature, etc., the distance can
be significantly shorter or, if the vehicle is
driven cautiously, somewhat longer.
Do not continue driving in emergency mode
if
R
you notice knocking sounds
R
the vehicle starts to shake
R
smoke develops and you smell rubber
R
ESP
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is intervening continuously
R
you notice tears on the tire sidewalls
After driving in emergency mode, you must
have the rims inspected by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center to check if they are
suitable for further use. The failed tire must
be replaced in any case.
When replacing individual or all tires on the
vehicle, make sure only tires marked with
“MOExtended” are mounted in the size
specified for your vehicle (Y page 425).
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine only)
Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank is empty
is not recommended. Otherwise, air may be
sucked into the fuel system. If this happens,
the malfunction indicator lamp ú (USA
only) or ± (Canada only) comes on and the
engine may not start immediately after
refueling the vehicle.
After refueling:
X
Make sure the automatic transmission is in
park position P.
The gear position indicator in the
multifunction display should be on P.
X
Do not depress the accelerator.
X
If necessary, remove the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button from the starter switch.
X
Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 2 for at least 10 seconds.
X
Return the SmartKey in the starter switch
to position 0.
X
Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 3 and hold it there for a maximum
of 40 seconds or until the engine runs
surge-free.
If the engine does not start:
Practical hints