Service and vehicle operation

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Running the Numbers
Thanks to diesel engines' higher efficiency, the Bluetec achieves nearly the same EPA ratings as a Cadillac Escalade Hybrid. The figures are 27 percent better overall than those of the gas GL450, ...

Refrigerant of the air-conditioning system
The air-conditioning system is filled with R134a refrigerant and a special PAG lubricant. Never use refrigerant R 12 (CFC) or mineral lubricants. Otherwise, you could damage the air-condition ...

Activating DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the following conditions must be fulfilled: - the engine must be started. It may take up to two minutes after pulling away before DIS ...