2005 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG light

319 Practical hints
What to do if …
Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause
Possible solution
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TC SHIFT
CANCELLED
The shift process in the transfer case was
canceled because of a malfunction.

Repeat the shift process (
page 154).
TC SHIFT CONDITIONS
NOT FULFILLED
You have not met the shift conditions for
a selection process in the transfer case.

Repeat the shift process (
page 154).
TRANSFER CASE
VISIT WORKSHOP!
The transfer case is malfunctioning.

Do not switch the transfer case on.

Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as
possible.
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CLOSE
SUNROOF!
You have opened the driver’s door with
the SmartKey removed from the starter
switch and the tilt/sliding sunroof open.

Close the tilt/sliding sunroof
(page 173).
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CLOSE
SUNROOF!
You have opened the driver’s door with
the SmartKey removed from the starter
switch and the tilt/sliding sunroof open.

Close the tilt/sliding sunroof
(page 173).
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TELE AID
DRIVE TO WORKSHOP!
One or more main functions of the Tele
Aid system are malfunctioning.

Have the Tele Aid system checked by
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.
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FUNCTION
NOT AVAILABLE!
This display appears if button t or
s on the multifunction steering wheel
is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped
with a telephone.

320 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display
Possible cause
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TRUNK OPEN!
This message will appear whenever the
tailgate is open.

Close the tailgate.
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VISIT WORKSHOP!
DISPLAY MALFUNCTION:
The instrument cluster display is malfunc-
tioning.
Some systems themselves may also have
failed.

Continue driving with added caution.

Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as
possible.
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VISIT WORKSHOP!
DISPLAY MALFUNCTION:
Certain electronic systems are unable to
relay information to the control system.
The following systems may have failed:

Coolant temperature display


Tachometer


Cruise control display

Have the electronic systems checked
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.
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WASHER FLUID
CHECK LEVEL!
The fluid level has dropped to about
1/3
of total reservoir capacity.
Add washer fluid (
page 380).

323 Practical hints
Where will I find...?
Spare wheel
The spare wheel is located under a cover
on the outside of the vehicle’s tailgate.
For information on rim and tire specifica-
tions, see (
page 369) and (
page 371).
Removing cover
1Cover ring
2Key
3Tab

Open lock for cover ring1 with
key2 for the spare wheel cover.

Fold tab3 downwards.
4Cover plate

Pull cover ring1 slightly outwards in
direction of arrows and remove.

Pull cover plate4 upward towards
you.5Catch
6Recess
iWhen replacing cover plate4, make
sure catch5 engages in recess6.
Make sure the lock faces downwards
when mounting cover ring1.
For safety reasons, check regularly that
the spare wheel is securely fastened.

329 Practical hints
Brush guard*
Brush guard*
Warning!
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The brush guard is designed solely to en-
hance the appearance of the vehicle and
help protect grille and headlights from minor
mishaps, either on- or off-road. Since the
safety characteristics are limited in the
event of an accident, brush guards are not
intended to prevent injury or damage in the
event of an accident. Also check state and
local regulations on installation and use.
Raise and lower brush guard in an open
space with plenty of room.
To help prevent personal injury when open-
ing or closing the brush guard, use extreme
caution not to trap hands or feet.
The brush guard must be in raised and
locked position while driving.
iOnly lower brush guard to clean head
lamps or to replace bulbs.

331 Practical hints
Replacing SmartKey batteries
Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-
charged, the vehicle can no longer be
locked or unlocked. It is recommended to
have the batteries replaced at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.Warning!
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Keep the batteries out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
iWhen inserting the batteries, make
sure they are clean and free of lint.iWhen replacing batteries, always re-
place both batteries.
The required replacement batteries are
available at any Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.

333 Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Replacing bulbs
Safe vehicle operation depends on proper
exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-
fore essential that all bulbs and lamp as-
semblies are in good working order at all
times.
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely
important. Have headlamps checked and
readjusted at regular intervals and when a
bulb has been replaced. See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for
headlamp adjustment.
iIf the headlamps or front fog lamps are
fogged up on the inside as a result of
high humidity, driving the vehicle a dis-
tance with the lights on should clear up
the fogging.
iBackup bulbs will be brought into use
when lamps malfunction. Observe the
messages in the multifunction display
(page 296).

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Replacing bulbs
Notes on bulb replacement

Use only 12 volt bulbs of the same type
and with the specified watt rating.


Switch lights off before changing a bulb
to prevent short circuits.


Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.


Your hands should be dry and free of oil
and grease.


If the newly installed bulb does not
come on, visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Have the LEDs for the following lamps re-
placed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.


Additional turn signals in the exterior
rear view mirrors


High mounted brake lamp


Lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors
Warning!
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Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot. Al-
low the lamp to cool down before changing
a bulb.
Keep bulbs out of reach of children.
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.
iHave the headlamp adjustment
checked regularly by a Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
Do not turn the headlamp adjusting
screws. If the adjusting screws are
turned, the headlamp adjustment must
be checked by a Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.

344 Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades
Removing wiper blades
Fold the wiper arm forward.
1Safety tab
2Wiper blade
3Wiper arm
4Attachment link
Warning!
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For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re-
move SmartKey from starter switch before
replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the mo-
tor could suddenly turn on and cause injury.
!Never open the hood when the wiper
arm is folded forward.
Hold on to the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact
the windshield glass without a wiper
blade inserted.
Make certain that the wiper blades are
properly installed. Improperly installed
wiper blades may cause windshield
damage.
The wiper with air spoiler should be
mounted on the driver’s side
For your convenience, you should have
this work carried out by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.