2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 battery capacity

223 Driving instructions
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking
efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary
to produce the normal brake effect. We therefore
recommend depressing the brake pedal periodically
when traveling at length on salt-strewn roads. This can
bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to
normal. A prerequisite is, however, that this be done
without endangering other drivers on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated
roads, the braking ef ficiency should be tested as soon as
possible after driving is resumed while observing the
safety rules in the previous paragraph.Winter driving
Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center before the onset of
winter.
•Check the engine oil. Change the engine oil if the
engine contains an oil which is not approved for
winter operation. For viscosity (SAE / CCMC class)
and filling quantity, see page 361.
•Check engine coolant anticorrosion / antifreeze
concentration.
•Additive for the windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system: Add MB Concentrate “S” to a
premixed windshield washer solvent / antifreeze
which is form ulated for b elow f r eezin g temperatures
see page 307.
•Test battery: Battery capacity drops with decreasing
ambient temperature. A well charged battery helps
to ensure that the engine can be started, even at low
ambient temperatures.
•Tires: We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires on
all four wheels for the winter season. Observe
permissible maximum speed for M+S rated
radial-ply tires and the legal speed limit.
Wa r n i n g !
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make sure
that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around the vehicle with engine running.
Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness
and death.To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation, open a
window slightly on the side of the vehicle not
facing the wind.
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319 Battery
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index If a tire constantly loses air, it should be inspected for
damage.
The spare tire should be checked periodically for
condition and inflation. Spare tire will age and become
worn over time even if never used, and thus should be
inspected and replaced when necessary.Battery
Important!
Battery replacement information:
The maintenance-free battery is located in front of the
rear seat bench and below the cup holder.
Jump starting terminals are located in the lef t side of the
engine compartment, see page 321.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflating tires can
result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they
are more likely to become punctured or damaged
by road debris, potholes etc.. Follow recommended
inflation pressures.Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified
vehicle capacity weight (as indicated by the label
on the driver’s door latch post). Overloading the
tires can overheat them, possibly causing a
blowout.
Wa r n i n g !
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
severe injury or death.Never lean over batteries while connecting, you
might get injured.Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clot hin g. In cas e i t d oes , i mm ed ia tely f lus h a f fected
area with water and seek medical help if necessary.A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is
flammable and explosive. Keep flames or sparks
away from battery, avoid improper connection of
jumper cables, smoking etc..
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369 Index
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Index
AA few words about differentials and
differential locks ....................................................... 251
ABS (Antilock brake system) .......................................239
LOW RANGE – ABS .................................................. 240
Air conditioner refrigerant ........................................... 363
Airbags .............................................................................. 66
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ................... 223, 306, 362, 366
Antiglare night position ................................................. 79
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
Malfunction and warning message ........................ 275
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................239
LOW RANGE – ABS .................................................. 240
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 42
Aquaplaning ...................................................................220
Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 168
Rear passenger compartment ................................. 169
Audio systems .................................................................. 96
CD Player ...................................................................... 97
Radio ............................................................................. 96Automatic central locking .............................................. 41
Automatic climate control
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 150
Automatic transmission ............................................... 207
Emergency Operation ............................................... 214
Fluid level .................................................................. 305
Selector lever position .............................................. 210
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ............................................ 327
BBabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system ..................... 63
BAS (Brake assist system) ........................................... 237
Battery ............................................................................. 319
Battery recycling ...................................................... 320
Block heater ................................................................... 225
Brake assist system (BAS) ........................................... 237
Brake fluid ..............................................................217, 363
Capacity ..................................................................... 362
Brakes .................................................... 215, 217, 362, 363
Brush guard .................................................................... 182
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