2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 Page 48

131 Exterior lamp switch
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Daytime running lamp mode
Turn exterior lamp switch to positionM orU.
When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps
are automatically switched on. In low ambient light
conditions the parking lamps will also switch on.
•Canada only:
When shifting from a driving position to
position “N” or “P”, the low beam switches off
(3 minutes delay).
For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch
should be turned to position B to permit
activation of the high beam headlamps.•USA only:
The high beam headlamps can also be activated
when driving with the daytime running lamp mode
activated and exterior lamp switch in positionM.
To activate the daytime running lamp mode, see the
individual setting menu “LIGHTING” – “LIGHT
CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE” on page 114.
Note:
See page 129 for notes on the exterior lamp switch.
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132 Exterior lamp switch
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Night security illumination
Turn exterior lamp switch to positionU.
At low ambient light conditions and with the engine
having been switched off, the exterior lamps (fog lamps
and parking lamps) switch on for added illumination,
(except in daytime running mode). After the last door
has been closed the lamp-on time period commences.
See the individual setting menu “LIGHTING” –
“HEADLAMPS DELAYED SWITCH–OFF” on page 114,
for instructions on how to activate the function.
The lamp-on time period for night security illumination
can be set at several different timed levels from 0 (off) to
60 seconds, see the individual setting menu
“LIGHTING” – “HEADLAMPS DELAYED SWITCH–OFF”
on page 114.Notes:
Within 10 minutes after closing the last door the night
security illumination can be reactivated by opening a
door.
If after switching the engine off, no doors are opened or
if after opening the doors or tailgate they are not closed,
the night security illumination will switch off
automatically after 60 seconds.
Deactivating night security illumination temporarily:
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 0
then to position 2 and back to position 0 again before
getting out of the vehicle. The night security
illumination will not be activated when the door is
opened.
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133 Exterior lamp switch
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Locator lighting
Turn exterior lamp switch to positionU.
After unlocking the vehicle with the electronic key
during darkness the fog lamps and parking lamps
switch on for approximately 40 seconds.
The exterior lamps will be switched off when opening
the driver’s door.
See the individual setting menu “LIGHTING” –
“LOCATOR LIGHTING” on page 114, for instructions on
how to activate the function. Headlamp cleaning system
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1.
The headlamps will be cleaned with a high-pressure
water jet when you press the headlamp washer
button (1).
See page 307 for instructions on filling up the
windshield/headlamp washer reservoir.
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135 Combination switch
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 6Press switch briefly:
Single wipe without washer fluid
(select only if windshield is wet).
Push switch past resistance point:
Windshield washer system, windshield wipers.
See page 307 for instructions on filling the
windshield washer reservoir and page 348 for notes
on replacing the wiper blade inserts.7Windshield wipers
0Off
I Intermittent wiping
One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are
automatically controlled by a rain sensor
monitoring the wetness of the windshield. This
will not occur with a front door open.
Notes:
With switch in this position, one wipe occurs
when turning the electronic key in starter switch
from position 0. However, this might cause
scratches in a dry windshield. Turn combination
switch to Off position before turning the
electronic key in starter switch from position 0.
Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle
is taken to an automatic car wash or during
windshield cleaning. Wipers will operate in
presence of water spray at windshield, and
wipers may be damaged as a result.
II Normal wiper speed
III Fast wiper speed
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137 Combination switch
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Windshield wipers smear
If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even
during rain, activate the washer system as often as
necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be
mixed in the correct ratio.
See page 307 for instructions on filling up the
windshield washer reservoir and page 348 for notes on
replacing the wiper blade inserts. 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).
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142 Climate control
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Display and controls
1Air volume
2Temperature control, left
3Temperature control, right
4Air distribution control switch5Rear window defroster, see page 149
6Economy mode AC
OFF, see page 147
Residual engine heat utilization, see page 148
7Air distribution and air volume (automatic)
8Air recirculation, see page 146
9Defrosting, see page 145
Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioning
system that uses R-134a (HFC: hydrofluorocarbon) as a
refrigerant. Repairs should always be performed by a
qualif ied technician, and refrigerant should be collected
in a recovery system for recycling.
72
F
6480
72
F
6480ACOFF
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143 Climate control
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The system is always at operational readiness, except
when manually switched off, see page 147.
The climate control only operates with the engine
running.
The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the
economy mode AC
OFF
is selected, see page 147.
The temperature selector should be left at the desired
temperature setting. The temperature selected is
reached as quickly as possible.
The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a
higher or lower temperature.
The desired interior temperature can be selected
separately for the left and right side of the passenger
compartment. Adjust the temperature settings in small
increments.
The climate control removes considerable moisture from
the air during operation in the cooling mode. It is
normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in
the underbody.Notes:
Do not obstruct the air f low by placing objects on the air
flow-through exhaust slots on the back left and right
trim panel in the rear cargo compartment.
Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield
free of snow and debris.
The air conditioner switches itself off for its own
protection if refrigerant is lost. No cooling will then take
place. Economy mode AC
OFF
cannot be switched off.
Have the air conditioner checked by a Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center should this happen.
If the vehicle interior has been heated by direct sunlight
and is very hot, ventilate the interior (open door or
windows for a short period) before driving off.
Dust filter
Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out
before outside air enters the passenger compartment
through the air distribution system.
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145 Climate control
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Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button
illuminates and the fan is set to a higher speed. The
warm air is directed to the defroster and windshield air
outlets.
Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press
buttonO, the indicator lamp in the button will go
out.
Close center air outlets.
Turn thumbwheels (6, page 140) to the right to open lef t
and right side air outlets. Adjust side air outlets upward.
Pressing the P button again returns the system to
the previous setting.
Notes:
Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed
before activating the defroster.
The defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the
battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as
soon as the windshield is clear.Windows fogged up on the inside
Switch off the economy mode, if selected. Press
button AC
OFF
. The indicator lamp in the button will go
out.
Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press
buttonO. The indicator lamp in the button will go
out.
Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button
illuminates.
Increase temperature setting.
Open the side air outlets and direct them onto the side
windows.
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