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293 Malfunction and warning messages
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* C = Category, see page 272.No gear has been selected in the transfer case, it is in
“NEUTRAL”. Engage transfer case to gear position
“HIGH” or “LOW”, see page 248 for switching the
transfer case.TRANSFER CASE
* C = Category, see page 272.There is a malfunction in the transfer case. Have the
transfer case checked immediately by a Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
TC IN NEUTRAL 3Wa r n i n g !
If TC is in neutral, the “P” position of transmission
will not hold vehicle. The parking brake must be
applied to hold vehicle in place.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
TRANSFER CASE VISIT WORKSHOP 2
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326 Towing
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Engine damage /Transmission damage,
Electrical malfunction
To be certain to avoid additional damage to the vehicle
powertrain, however you should do the following:
Shift automatic transmission to position “N”.
Important!
Vehicle may be towed for distances up to 30 miles
(50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h).
For towing vehicle for distances exceeding 30 miles
(50 km) or if the vehicle has a damaged transfer
case, remove drive shafts to the drive axles.
When towing vehicle with one axle raised, the
electronic key in starter switch must be in
position 1.
With damage to front axle, raise front axle. Remove
drive shaft between rear axle and transfer case.
With damage to rear axle, raise rear axle and tow
vehicle with wheel lift or dolly placed under front
wheels.Notes:
When removing drive shaft, place M10 nuts on bolts as
distance sleeves and tighten using M8 nuts.
Always install new self-locking nuts when reinstalling
the drive shaft.
Caution!
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the
engine must be shut off (electronic key in starter switch
position 1). Otherwise, the 4-ETS may become engaged
which may cause loss of towing control. Switch off the
tow-away alarm (see page 43) as well as the ESP (see
page 245).
Note:
To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning
flasher in use, turn electronic key in starter switch to
position 1 and activate combination switch for left or
right turn signal in usual manner. Now deactivate the
hazard warning flasher, only the selected turn signal
will operate. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard
warning flasher must be activated again.
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Fuel\b, coolant\b, lubricant\b etc. Mo\fel G 500
Capacity
Engine with \fil filter
(rec\fmmended engine \fils) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Aut\fmatic transmissi\fn
(aut\fmatic transmissi\fn fluid) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
Transfer case
( MB part no. A 001 28 03 10 )2.96
U S q t ( 2.8 l )
Di ffe re n tial l \f ck c\f ntr \f l 0.47 - 0.63 US qt (0.46 - 0.6 l)
Rear axle
(Hy\b\fid gear \fil SAE 90, 85 W 90) 1
.9 U S q t ( 1 .8 l )
Fr\fnt axle
( H y\b \fi d g ear \f il S A E 9 0, 85 W 90 ) 1
.5 U S q t ( 1.4 l )
P\fwer steering
(MB P\fwer steering fluid) a
\b \b r\f x . 1.06 U S q t ( 1.0 l )
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378 Index
Te ch n i c a l
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Switching transfer case ................................................248
Synchronizing head restraints and
seat adjustment fore, aft ............................................ 47
TTailgate .............................................................................. 37
Technical data ................................................................ 359
Electrical system ....................................................... 360
Main dimensions ......................................................360
Rims and tires ...........................................................359
Vehicle weights and ratings .................................... 360
Tele Aid ........................................................................... 192
Emergency calls ........................................................ 193
Information ................................................................ 197
Initiating an emergency call manually ................. 195
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 196
Telephone .......................................................................... 98
Incoming call ............................................................. 102
Redialing .................................................................... 100
Telephone book ........................................................... 98
Telephone, general ........................................................ 184
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 190
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................ 191
Tie-down rings, cargo .................................................... 174Tire inflation pressure .................................................. 318
Tire traction ....................................................................221
Tires
Driving instructions ................................................. 219
Rims and tires .......................................................... 359
Rotating wheels ......................................................... 311
Tire inflation pressure ............................................. 318
Tire replacement ....................................................... 310
Winter driving instructions .................................... 222
Tow-away alarm ................................................................43
Towing the vehicle ........................................................ 324
Stranded vehicle ....................................................... 327
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ................................................. 327
Transfer case ................................................................. 247
Transmission ................................................................. 207
Transmission fluid level .............................................. 305
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ................................................. 327
Traveling abroad ........................................................... 225
Trip computer ................................................................. 104
Trunk .................................................................................37
Turn signal lamp front, bulb ....................................... 334
Turn signal lamp, side .................................................. 335
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