2004 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG differential

333 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match.Therefore use only brands tested and ap-
proved by Mercedes-Benz.Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser-
vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter
G500
G55AMG
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
8.0 US qt (7.5 l)
Approved engine oils
Automatic transmission
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
MB Automatic Transmission Oil
Transfer case
2.96 US qt (2.8 l)
MB part no. A 001 989 28 03 10
Differential lock mechanism
0.47 - 0.63 US qt
(0.45 - 0.6 l)
Brake fluid DOT 3+4, SAE J1703
Front axle
1.5 US qt (1.4 l)
Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90
Rear axle
1.9 US qt (1.8 l)
Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90
Power steering
approx. 1.06 US qt (1.0 l)
MB Power Steering Fluid, or
approved Dexron III ATF
Front wheel hubs
approx. 1.5 oz (43 g) each
High temperature roller bearing grease
Fuel tank
including a reserve of
25.4 US gal (96.0 l)
5.3 US gal (20.0 l)
Premium unleaded gasoline:
Posted Octane 91
(average of 96 RON / 86 MON)

344 Technical termsDifferential locks
On slippery surfaces, differential locks
prevent one wheel of an axle from spin-
ning while the other wheel stands still,
resulting in driving force no longer be-
ing transferred.
Cruise control
Driving convenience system for auto-
matically maintaining the vehicle speed
set by the driver.
Engine number
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the cylinder block to
uniquely identify each engine pro-
duced.
Engine oil viscosity
Measurement for the inner friction (vis-
cosity) of the oil at different tempera-
tures. The higher the temperature an
oil can tolerate without becoming thin,
or the lower the temperature it can tol-
erate without becoming viscous, the
better the viscosity.ESP
(E
lectronic S
tability Pr
ogram)
Improves vehicle handling and direc-
tional stability.
ETD
(E
mergency T
ensioning D
evice)
Device which deploys in certain frontal
and rear collisions exceeding the sys-
tem's threshold to tighten the seat
belts.
->SRS
FSS
(F
lexible S
ervice S
ystem)
Service indicator in the speedometer
display that informs the driver when
the next vehicle maintenance service is
due.
GAWR
(G
ross A
xle W
eight R
ating)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible
axle weight. The gross vehicle weight
on each axle must never exceed the
GAWR for the front and rear axle indi-
cated on the certification label located
on the driver’s door pillar.GVW
(G
ross V
ehicle W
eight)
The GVW comprises the weight of the
vehicle including fuel, tools, spare
wheel, installed accessories, passen-
gers and cargo. The GWV must never
exceed the GVWR indicated on the cer-
tification label located on the driver’s
door pillar.
GVWR
(G
ross V
ehicle W
eight R
ating)
This is the maximum permissible vehi-
cle weight. It is indicated on certifica-
tion label located on the driver’s door
pillar.
Gear range
Number of gears which are available to
the automatic transmission for shifting.
The automatic gear shifting process
can be adapted to specific operating
conditions using the gear selector le-
ver.

346 Technical termsPoly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
Power train
Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles, includ-
ing


engine


clutch/torque converter


transmission


transfer case


drive shaft


differential


axle shafts/axles
Rear Parking Assist*
System which uses visual and acoustic
signals to assist the driver during park-
ing maneuvers.Remote Vehicle Diagnostics
Transmission of vehicle data and cur-
rent location to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center for sub-
scribers to Tele Aid service.
REST
(Residual engine heat utilization)
Feature that uses the engine heat
stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-
cle interior for a short time after the en-
gine has been turned off.
Restraint system
Seat belts, belt tensioner, airbags and
child seat restraint systems. As inde-
pendent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line’s ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the transmission gear selec-
tor lever from being moved out of
positionP without key turned and
brake pedal depressed.
SRS
(S
upplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and airbags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.

354 IndexCrossing obstacles 218
Cruise control 169, 344
Canceling 170
Driving downhill 170
Driving uphill 170
Fine adjustment 171
Setting current speed 170
Setting speed 171
Cruise control lever 169
Cup holder
In rear passenger footwell 186
Cup holders 185
Cleaning 248
In front passenger footwell 185
Next to the armrest 185
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) 343D
Daytime running lamp mode 106
Setting 129
Deactivating
Air conditioning (cooling) 162
Air recirculation mode 161
Alarm 83
Anti-theft alarm system 83
Central locking (control system) 133
Cruise control 170
Defrost 160
ESP 79
Exterior lamps 105
Exterior lamps delayed
switch-off 131
Hazard warning flasher 108
Headlamps 52
Immobilizer 82
Interior lighting delayed
switch-off 132
Rear window defroster 155
Tow-away alarm 84
Deep water see Standing waterDefogging
Windshield 160
Defrosting 160
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lamps 131
Interior lighting 132
Dialing
A number (telephone) 139
Differential locks 148, 344
Switching off 151
Switching on 150
Difficulties
While driving see Problems while driv-
ing
With starting 44
Digital speedometer 120
Direction of rotation (tires) 237
Discharged battery
Jump starting 313
Disconnecting
Vehicle battery 312
Display
Selecting 129

357 Index
Flexible Service System (FSS) 242, 344
Fog lamp, rear 107, 296
Fog lamps, front 107
Messages in display 275
Switching on 107
4-ETS 74, 77
Front airbags 61
Front axle differential lock
Switching on 151
Front fog lamps
Replacing bulbs 295, 299
Front lamps
Messages in display 274, 276
Replacing bulbs 295, 297
Switching on 104
Front seat head restraints
Installing 95
Removing 95
Front towing eye 318
Front turn signal lamp
Replacing bulbs 300FSS (Flexible Service System) 242, 344
Fuel 225
Additives 336
Fuel reserve warning lamp 258
Gasoline additives 336
Premium unleaded gasoline 225,
333, 335
Refueling 224
Requirements 336
Reserve warning 25
Technical data 333
Fuel additives 336
Fuel consumption statistics
After start 136
Since last reset 136
Fuel filler flap 224
Locking 224
Opening 290
Unlocking 224
Fuel requirements 336Fuel reserve tank
Message in display 273
Fuel tank
Capacity 333
Filler flap 224
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities 333
Functions (control system) 116, 119
Resetting 125
Fuse box 319, 320, 321
Fuses 319
Fuse box in battery box 319
Fuse box in front passenger
footwell 320
Fuse box in middle tunnel 321
Fuse box in passenger
compartment 319
G
Garage door opener 29, 198
Gasoline see Fuel
Gasoline additives 336
GAWR 344

364 IndexPassenger compartment 213
Fuse box in 319
Interior lighting 109
Interior rear view mirror 38
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell 186
Passenger footwell
Fuse box in 320
Passenger safety see Occupant safety
Pedals 207
Phone book
Loading 139
Quick search 139
Phone number
Dialing 139
Redialing 139
Plastic and rubber parts
Cleaning 249
Poly-V-belt drive 346
Layout 327
Positions (Memory function)
Recalling from memory 102
Storing into memory 102Power assistance 208
Power seat
Adjusting backrest tilt 36
Adjusting head restraint height 36
Adjusting head restraint tilt 36
Adjusting seat cushion tilt 36
Adjusting seat height 36
Seat fore and aft adjustment 35
Power train 346
Power windows 164
Blocking of rear door window
operation 71
Convenience feature 165
Side windows 164
Summer opening feature 165
Power-washer 245
Practical hints
First aid kit 283
Fuses 319
Lamp in center console 259
Lamps in instrument cluster 252
Messages in the display 260
Spare wheel 285
Towing the vehicle 315
Vehicle jack 284
Vehicle tool kit 283Premium unleaded gasoline 335
Problems
While driving 50
Product information 9
Q
Quick search
Phone book 139
R
Radio
Selecting stations 121
Station search 121
Station selection setting 132
Radio transmitters, control and
operation 221
Range (distance to empty)
Calling up 137
Range of sensor
Rear Parking Assist* 173
Reading lamp 29
Rear axle differential lock
Switching on 151
Rear bench seat
Foldable 176
Rear door window
Blocking operation 71

369 Index
Stopping
Sliding/pop-up roof 167
Windows 164
Storage compartments
Armrest 184
Glove box 183
Storage spaces
Cup holders 184
Storing (Memory function)
Positions into memory 102
Submenus
Convenience 133
For settings 117
In control system 119
Instrument cluster 127
Lighting 129
Resetting functions in Control
system 125
Selecting 124
Settings menu 124
Vehicle 132Summer opening feature 165
Sun visors 154
Sunroof
Messages in display 281
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) 346
Switching
Transfer case 145
Switching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 133
Delayed (exterior lamps) 131
Differential locks 151
Engine 52
ESP 79
Hazard warning flasher 108
Headlamps 52
Heated steering wheel 203
Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 133
Differential locks 150
ESP 81Front axle differential lock 151
Front fog lamps 107
Hazard warning flasher 108
Headlamps 46
Heated steering wheel 203
High beams 108
Rear axle differential lock 151
Rear fog lamp 107
Transfer case differential lock 150
Windshield wipers 47
Symbol messages
Multifunction display 265
Synchronizing
ESP 263
Head restraints 95
Seat adjustment 95
T
Tachometer 25, 113
Displaying gear range 142
Overspeed range 113

371 Index
Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 310
Time
Setting display mode 127
Time display mode
Setting 127
Tire inflation pressure
Checking 237
Tire speed rating 211, 347
Tire traction 211
Tires 236, 329
Direction of rotation 237
Driving instructions 210
Retreads 236
Rims and tires 329
Service life 237
Temperature 238
Temperature grades 341
Tread depth 240
Wear pattern 238
Winter 240Tools 283
Tow-away alarm 27, 83
Arming 83
Disarming 83
Disarming for transport 83
Tow-away alarm system
Canceling alarm 84
Towing eye, front 318
Towing eye, rear 318
Towing the vehicle 315
Stranded vehicle 318
Towing the vehicle - various problem
scenarios 317
Tracking services
For stolen vehicle 197
Traction 340, 347
Transfer case 145, 347
Gear range 145
Messages in the multifunction
display 146
Switching 145Transfer case differential lock
Switching on 150
Transmission gear selector lever 290
Unlocking manually 290
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Tread depth (tires) 240
Treadwear 340
Trip computer 136
Trip odometer
Resetting 113
Trunk see Cargo compartment
Turn signal lamps
Replacing bulbs 295, 296
Turn signals 23, 46
Additional in mirrors 295
Cleaning lenses 246
Front bulbs 295
Indicator lamps 25
Rear bulbs 296
Turning off
Engine 52