2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 roof

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Sliding /pop-up roof (optional)
1to slide roof open
2to slide roof closed
3to raise roof at rear
4to lower roof at rear
The sliding /pop-up roof can be operated with key in
starter switch position 1 or 2.
To open, close, raise or lower the sliding /pop-up roof:
Move the switch to resistance point in the required
direction.Release the switch when the roof has reached the
required position.
Notes:
To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any
objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the
sliding / pop-up roof.
The sliding /pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see
page 346.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.
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155 Interior equipment
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To open sliding / pop-up roof automatically, briefly move
switch in direction (1) and release. The roof will open
fully.
To interrupt procedure, briefly move switch in any
direction.
Note:
The sliding / pop- up roof can also be opened and closed
using the summer opening / convenience feature, see
page 32.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.The closing procedure of the sliding / pop- up roof
can be immediately reversed by either moving the
switch in any direction, or pressing buttonΠon
the electronic key and holding it.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.
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Interior Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder
Wa r n i n g !
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing
things. Put luggage or cargo in the rear cargo area
and secure. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher
than the seat backs. Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.Wa r n i n g !
Do not load items on the roof. It may cause
instability during some maneuvers which could
result in an accident.
Wa r n i n g !
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to
prevent stored objects from being thrown about
and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident
and sudden maneuvers.
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181 Interior equipment
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Removing blind:
Open latch (1) on right and left in direction of arrow.
Pull blind (2) out upwards.
Installing blind:
Place blind into recesses. Press right and left sides of
blind down until it locks into place.Roof racks
This vehicle is not intended to carry items on its roof.
Thus roof rails and any roof-mounted devices must not
be used.
P68.50-2159-26
Wa r n i n g !
Do not load items on the roof. It may cause
instability during some maneuvers which could
result in an accident.
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225 Driving instructions
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Block heater (Canada only)
The engine is equipped with a block heater.
The electrical cable may be installed at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.Traveling abroad
Abroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service
network at your disposal. If you plan to travel into areas
which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center directory, you should request
pertinent information from your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Wa r n i n g !
Always fasten items being carried as securely as
possible.In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle
occupants unless the items are securely fastened in
the vehicle.The rear cargo area is the preferred place to carry
objects.Do not load items on the roof. It may cause
instability during some maneuvers which could
result in an accident. This vehicle is not intended
to carry items on its roof. Thus roof rails and roof
mounted ski or bike holders must not be used.
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226 Driving instructions
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Off-Road driving
Familiarize yourself with the vehicle characteristics and
gear changing before you attempt any difficult terrain
off-road driving. We recommend that you start out with
easy off-road travel.
Please read this chapter carefully before you begin
off-road travel.
Special driving features are available for specific kinds
of operation:
•ABS, see page 239
•ESP, see page 243
•Differential lock, see page 253
•Transfer case, see page 247
Engage the transfer case in position LOW before driving
under off-road conditions. For switching the transfer
case in position LOW, see page 247.Fasten items being carried as securely as possible, see
page 178.
We recommend to keep doors, tailgate, windows, and
roof closed whenever driving in off-road mode.
We recommend to switch the cruise control off.
Important!
Adjust vehicle speed to condition of terrain. The more
uneven, rutty and steeper the terrain, the lower the
speed should be.
Watch out for obstacles, such as rocks, holes,
tree-stumps, ruts.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not load items on the roof. It may cause
instability during some maneuvers which could
result in an accident.
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295 Contents - Practical hints
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Practical hintsFirst aid kit, vehicle tools
and jack ......................................296
CD-changer .....................................296
Fuses ................................................297
Electrical outlet .............................. 301
Stowing items in the vehicle ........ 301
Hood .................................................302
Checking engine oil level .............304
Automatic transmission
fluid level ...................................305
Engine oil consumption ................305
Coolant level ...................................306
Adding coolant ...........................306
Windshield washer/headlamp
cleaning system .........................307
Windshield and headlamp
washer fluid mixing ratio .........307Vehicle jack .................................... 308
Wheels ............................................. 310
Tire replacement ........................ 310
Rotating wheels .......................... 311
Spare wheel cover ..........................312
Spare wheel ..................................... 313
Changing wheels ............................ 314
Tire inflation pressure .................. 318
Battery .............................................. 319
Jump starting ................................. 321
Towing the vehicle ........................ 324
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................. 327
Stranded vehicle ............................ 327
Exterior lamps ............................... 328
Headlamp assembly .................. 329
Fog lamp, front ........................... 332
Turn signal lamp, front ............ 334Turn signal lamp, side ...............335
Front and rear
side marker lamps .....................337
Taillamp assemblies ..................339
License plate lamp .....................340
Rear fog lamp / Backup lamp ... 341
Changing batteries in
the electronic key .....................343
Synchronizing
remote control ............................345
Emergency operation of
sliding/pop-up roof ...................346
Manual release for
fuel filler flap .............................347
Replacing wiper blades .................348
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346 Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof
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Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof
The sliding / pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur.
The sliding /pop-up roof drive is located behind the
cargo area trim panel (2).
1. Remove edge molding (1) and trim panel (2).2. Place socket wrench (3) on hexagon. The
sliding/pop-up roof can be moved in the desired
direction (4) by turning the socket wrench.
To open sliding /pop-up roof, turn clockwise.
To close sliding /pop-up roof, turn counterclockwise.
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