2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 headlamp

285 Malfunction and warning messages
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* C = Category, see page 272The headlamps will be switched on automatically if the
light sensor malfunctions.
The individual setting menu “LIGHTING”, “LIGHT
CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE” can be set to “MANUAL”.
See page 114. It will then be possible to switch the
headlamps on and off using the exterior lamp switch.
See page 129 for notes on the exterior lamp switch. DOOR
* C = Category, see page 272. Line 1 Line 2 C*
LAMP SENSOR VISIT WORKSHOP! 2Line 1 Line 2 C*
DOOR OPEN! 1
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WA S H E R F L U I D
* C = Category, see page 272.
When this message appears while the engine is
running, the level of the reservoir has dropped to
approximately
1/3 of the total volume. The reservoir
should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB
Windshield washer concentrate and water or the
concentrate and commercially available premixed
windshield washer solvent / antifreeze, depending on
ambient temperature, at the next opportunity. The
reservoir for the windshield and headlamp washer
systems is located in the engine compartment.
See windshield and headlamp washer system on
page 307 for instructions on topping up the washer
fluid.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL! 3
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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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307 Windshield wiper
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1Windshield washer / headlamp cleaning / rear
window wiper / washer system fluid reservoir
Capacity approximately 5.3 US qt (5.0 l).
The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield
washer concentrate and water (or commercially
available premixed windshield washer solvent/
antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures).Windshield and headlamp washer
fluid mixing ratio
For temperatures above freezing:
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water
1 part “S” to 100 parts water
(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon water).
For temperature below freezing:
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and
commercially available premixed windshield washer
solvent / antifreeze
1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent
(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon solvent).
1
Wa r n i n g !
Washer solvent / antifreeze is highly flammable. Do
not spill washer solvent / antifreeze on hot engine
parts, because it may burn. You can be seriously
burned.
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328 Exterior lamps
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Exterior lamps
Headlamp adjustment
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important.
Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and
when a bulb has been replaced.Replacing bulbs
To prevent a possible electrical short circuit, switch off
lamp prior to replacing a bulb.
When replacing bulbs, install only 12 volt bulbs with
the specified watt rating.
When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass
portion of bulb with bare hands. Use plain paper or a
clean cloth.
Wa r n i n g !
Bulbs and bulb holders can be very hot. Allow the
lamp to cool down before changing a bulb.
Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A bulb can
explode if you:
• touch or move it when hot,
•drop the bulb,
• scratch the bulb.Wear eye and hand protection.
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329 Exterior lamps
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1Securing screw
2Head lamp trim panel
3Headlamp
4Headlamp-securing screwTo r e m ove h e a d l a mp :
Unscrew securing screws (1) and remove head lamp
trim panel (2) and seal.
Unscrew headlamp-securing screws (4) and remove
headlamp (3).
Vehicle with brush guard (MB Accessory):
The brush guard must be lowered before the headlamp
bulbs can be replaced, see page 182.
4
4
4
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331 Exterior lamps
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H4 60 / 55W 12V
Remove protection cover (5) and pull off electrical
connector (6).
Unclip retainer spring (8) and take out bulb (9).
Insert new bulb so that the base locates in the recess on
the holder.
Clip in retainer spring (8), plug the electrical
connector (6) onto the bulb (9) and press on protection
cover (5).
Bulbs for parking and standing lamp
T 4W 12V
Pull off electrical connector (6) from the bulb (10).
Push bulb (10) into socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Insert new bulb (10) in socket, push in and turn
clockwise until it clicks in.
Plug electrical connector (6) onto the bulb (10).To reinstall headlamp:
Insert headlamp (3) and screw in headlamp-securing
screws (4).
Install head lamp trim panel (2) and seal and screw in
securing screws (1).
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349 Contents - Car care
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Vehicle careCleaning and care
of the vehicle .............................350
Power washer .............................. 351
Tar stains ..................................... 351
Paintwork, painted body
components ................................. 351
Engine cleaning ..........................352
Vehicle washing .........................352
Ornamental moldings ................352
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ......................352Window cleaning ....................... 353
Wiper blades .............................. 353
Light alloy wheels ..................... 353
Instrument cluster ..................... 353
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ..................... 353
Cup holder .................................. 354
Seat belts ..................................... 354
Headliner .................................... 354
Upholstery .................................. 354
Hard plastic trim items ............. 354
Plastic and rubber parts ........... 354
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