2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 jump start

323 Jump starting
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5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery
and run at high idle. Make sure the cables are not
on or near pulleys, fans, or other parts that move
when the engine is started. Allow the discharged
battery to charge for a few minutes. Start engine of
the disabled vehicle in the usual manner.
6. After the engine has started, remove jumper cables
by exactly reversing the above installation
sequence, starting with the last connection made
first. When removing each clamp, make sure that it
does not touch any other metal or the other clamp
while the other end is still attached.Notes:
If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic
converter.
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324 Towing
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Towing the vehicle
Notes:
The selector lever will remain locked in position “P” and
the electronic key cannot be turned in the starter switch
if the battery is disconnected or discharged. See battery
on page 319 or jump starting on page 321.
In order to move the vehicle, shift automatic
transmission to position “N”.
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking, see
page 327.Important!
When towing the vehicle, please, note the following:
Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the
properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach tow
cable, tow rope or tow rod to vehicle chassis, frame
or suspension parts.
The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the
ground and the selector lever in position “N” for
distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not
to exceed 30 mph (50 km / h). The key must be in
starter switch position 2.
With the automatic central locking activated and the
engine running, the vehicle doors lock if the left front
wheel is turning at vehicle speeds of approximately
9 mph (15 km / h) or more.
To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking,
deactivate the automatic central locking. See the
individual setting menu “VEHICLE” – “AUTOMATIC
DOOR LOCK” on page 118.
We recommend that the vehicle be transported using
flat bed equipment. This method is preferable to other
types of towing.
To prevent damage during transport, do not tie down
vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground, make certain that the electronic key is in
starter switch position 2.If the electronic key is left in the starter switch
position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no
longer be turned in the switch. In this case, the
steering is locked. To unlock, remove electronic key
from starter switch and reinsert.
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the braking and steering systems. In
this case, it is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to
brake and steer the vehicle.
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374 Index
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Individual settings ......................................................... 108
"CONVENIENCE" ...................................................... 120
"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" .......................................110
"LIGHTING" ................................................................114
"VEHICLE"
(audio and central locking system) ....................118
Infant and child restraint system
Installation ................................................................... 75
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 73
Child seat mounts - LATCH type .............................. 76
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 192
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 84
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 86
Malfunction and indicator lamps ...........................264
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 162
Interior lighting ............................................................. 156
JJack ................................................................................... 296
Jump starting .................................................................. 321
KKeys, changing battery ................................................. 343
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................26LLamps, exterior .............................................................. 328
Bulbs for low and high beam .................................. 331
Bulbs for parking and standing lamp .................... 331
Fog lamp, front ......................................................... 332
Front and rear side marker lamps ........................ 337
Headlamp assembly ................................................. 329
Headlamps .........................................................329, 352
High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 342
License plate lamps ................................................. 340
Rear fog lamp/Backup lamp .................................... 341
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 328
Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 339
Turn signal lamp, front ........................................... 334
Turn signal lamp, side ............................................. 335
Layout of poly-V-belt ..................................................... 358
Lighter ............................................................................. 170
Limp home mode
(Automatic transmission) ........................................ 214
Loading instructions ...................................................... 178
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