2006 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 technical data

383 Technical terms
ABS
(A
ntilock Brake System)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Accessory weight
(
page 273)
Air pressure
(
page 273)
Aspect ratio
(
page 273)
BabySmart
TM1 airbag deactivation
system
This system detects if a special system
compatible child restraint seat is in-
stalled on the front passenger seat. The
system will automatically deactivate
the passenger front airbag when such a
seat is properly installed (indicator
lamp7 in the center console
comes on).BabySmart
TM compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the passenger
seat prevents deployment of the pas-
senger front airbag if a BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat is installed. See
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center for availability.
BAS
(B
rake Assist System)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.
Bar
(
page 273)
Bead
(
page 273)CAC
(C
ustomer Assistance Center)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter, which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.
CAN system
(C
ontroller Area Network)
Data bus network serving to control ve-
hicle functions such as door locking or
windshield wiping.
Cockpit
All instruments, switches, buttons and
indicator/warning lamps in the passen-
ger compartment needed for vehicle
operation and monitoring.
Cold tire inflation pressure
(
page 273)
1BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens
Automotive Corp.

384 Technical terms
COMAND
(C
ockpit Management and Data
System)
Information and operating center for
vehicle sound and communications
systems, including the radio and the
navigation system, as well as other op-
tional equipment (CD changer, tele-
phone, etc.).
Control system
The control system is used to call up
vehicle information and to change
component settings. Information and
messages appear in the multifunction
display. The driver uses the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel to
navigate through the system and to ad-
just settings.
Differential 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 that auto-
matically maintains the vehicle speed
set by the driver.
Curb weight
(
page 273)
DOT
(D
epartment of Transportation)
(
page 274)
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 Stability Program)
Improves vehicle handling and direc-
tional stability.
ETD
(E
mergency Tensioning Device)
Device which deploys in certain frontal
and rear collisions exceeding the sys-
tem’s threshold to tighten the seat
belts.
->SRS
FSS (Canada vehicles)
(F
lexible Service System)
Maintenance service indicator in the
speedometer display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. FSS evaluates en-
gine temperature, oil level, vehicle
speed, engine speed, distance driven
and the time elapsed since your last
service, and calls for the next mainte-
nance service accordingly.

395 Index
Driving
General instructions 43, 220
In winter 225
Problems 55
Safety systems 80
Through standing water 226
Driving abroad 236
Driving and safety systems
4-ETS 83
ABS 80
BAS 82
EBB 84
ESP 84
Driving instructions 220
Passenger compartment 227
Driving off 222
Driving systems 181
Cruise control 181
Driving safety systems 80
Driving through water 231
E
Easy-entry/exit feature 100
Activating 143
EBB 80, 84
Electrical fuses 362
Electrical outlet 200Electrical system
Technical data 374
Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) 84
Electronic Stability Program see ESP
Electronic Traction System (ETS) 83
Emergency call system 202
Emergency calls
Initiating an emergency call 205
With Tele Aid 204
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 156
Emergency operations
Closing tilt/sliding sunroof 330
Locking the vehicle 328
Opening tilt/sliding sunroof 330
Remote door unlock 209
Unlocking the tailgate 327
Unlocking the vehicle 327
Emergency tensioning device see ETD
Emission control 237
Emission control information label 368
Ending
A call (telephone) 147Engine
Compartment 242
Message in display 294
Starting with SmartKey 49
Technical data 370
Turning off with SmartKey 58
Engine air filter
Messages in display 310
Engine cleaning 285
Engine compartment 242
Hood 242
Engine malfunction indicator lamp 25,
294
Engine number 384
Engine oil 243, 377
Adding 247
Additives 378
Checking level 243
Consumption 243
Display messages 312
Messages in display 245, 311
Oil dipstick 247
Viscosity 384

396 Index
Engine oil level see Oil level
Enlarged cargo compartment 188
ESP 25, 80, 84, 384
Messages in display 302
Switching off 86
Switching on 87
Synchronizing 302
Warning lamp 295
ETD 62, 71, 384
Safety guidelines 66
Exterior lamp switch 110
Exterior lamps
Delayed shut-off 140
Exterior rear view mirrors
Adjusting 41
Parking position for 144
F
Fahrenheit
Setting temperature units 136
Fastening the seat belts 43
Fine adjustment
Cruise control 183
First aid kit 323Flat tire 348
Lowering the vehicle 352
Mounting the spare wheel 349
Spare wheel 325
Flexible Service System (FSS, Canada
vehicles) 384
Fog lamp, rear 114, 336
Fog lamps, front 113
Messages in display 315
4-ETS 80, 83
Front airbags 67
Front axle differential lock
Switching on 162
Front fog lamps
Replacing bulbs 336, 340
Front lamps
Messages in display 314, 316
Replacing bulbs 336, 338
Switching on 110
Front seat head restraints
Installing 102
Removing 101
Front towing eye 361
Front turn signal lamp
Replacing bulbs 342FSS (Flexible Service System, Canada
vehicles) 384
Fuel 240
Additives 379
Fuel reserve warning lamp 296
Gasoline additives 379
Premium unleaded gasoline 240,
376, 378
Refueling 239
Requirements 379
Reserve warning 25
Technical data 376
Fuel additives 379
Fuel consumption statistics
After start 145
Since last reset 145
Fuel filler flap 239
Locking 239
Opening 328
Unlocking 239
Fuel requirements 379
Fuel reserve tank
Message in display 313
Fuel tank
Capacity 376
Filler flap 239

399 Index
Kickdown (Automatic transmission) 153
Kilometers/miles in speedometer 137
Kilopascal 274
Km/h or mph in speedometer 137
L
Labels, identification 368
Lamp bulbs, exterior 335
Lamps, exterior
Front 336
Light sensor 316
Messages in display 314, 316
Rear 336
Replacing bulbs for rear 343
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 290, 291
Battery (SmartKey) 94
Brakes 292, 293
CHECK ENGINE 294
Engine diagnostics 294
ESP 295
Fuel reserve 296
Instrument cluster 296
Maintenance service indicator 280
Seat belts 296
SRS 63
Turn signals 25Language
Multifunction display 137
Setting 137
LATCH child seat anchors 77
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 369
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 288
License plate lamps
Messages in display 316
Replacing bulbs 336, 345
Light alloy wheels
Cleaning 287
Technical data 372, 373
Light sensor 316
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting 110
Automatic headlamp mode 111
Combination switch 114
Daytime running lamp mode 112
Exterior lamp switch 110
Front fog lamps 113
High beam flasher 114
High beams 114
Instrument cluster illumination 120
Interior 116
Locator lighting 113Low beams 110
Manual headlamp mode 111
Night security illumination 113
Parking lamps 110
Rear fog lamp 114
Settings (control system) 138
Limiting the gear range 154
Limp Home Mode 156
Line of fall 385
Loading 187
Cargo compartment cover 187
Cargo tie-down rings 193
Instructions 192
Partition net* 189
Roof rack 187
Split rear bench seat 188
Loading terminology 273
Loading the vehicle 255
Locator lighting 113
Setting 139
Locking 57, 92
Fuel filler flap 239
Global, SmartKey 94
Vehicle in an emergency 328
Locking knob 385
Loss of keys 96

400 Index
Loss of Service and Warranty Information
Booklet 367
Low beam headlamps
Messages in display 316
Replacing bulbs 336, 338
LOW RANGE - ABS 81
Lowering
Vehicle 352
Lubricants
Technical data 376
M
Main dimensions 375
Maintenance 280
Maintenance service
Basic service (Service A) 280
Calling up the maintenance service
indicator 281
Extended service (Service B) 280
Overdue 281
Types 281
When due 280
Maintenance service indicator 280
Calling up 281, 282
Clearing 281, 282
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 385Malfunction
Displaying 131
Rear Parking Assist* 186
Manual headlamp mode 111
Manual operations
Fuel filler flap 328
Interior lighting control 117
Locking the vehicle 328
Tilt/sliding sunroof 330
Unlocking the driver’s door 327
Unlocking the tailgate 327
Unlocking transmission gear selector
lever 329
Maximum inflation pressure 274
Maximum load rating 274
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 274
MB Tex upholstery
Cleaning 288
Mechanical key 327
Memory function 107, 386
Recalling positions from
memory 108
Storing exterior rear view mirror park-
ing positions 109
Storing key dependent settings 108Menus 125
AUDIO 128
In control system 126, 127
NAVI 130
Settings menu 132
Standard display 128
Submenus 125
TEL 146
Trip computer 145
Vehicle status message memory 131
Messages in the multifunction display
Symbol messages 304
Text messages 300
Middle tunnel
Fuse box in 364
Miles/kilometers in speedometer
Setting 137

408 Index
Sun visors 165
Sunroof
Messages in display 321
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) 387
Switching
Transfer case 157
Switching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 142
Delayed (exterior lamps) 140
Differential locks 162
Engine 58
ESP 86
Headlamps 58
Heated steering wheel 216Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 142
Differential locks 161
ESP 87
Front axle differential lock 162
Headlamps 51
Heated steering wheel 216
Rear axle differential lock 162
Transfer case differential lock 161
Windshield wipers 53
Symbol messages
Multifunction display 304
Synchronizing
ESP 302
Head restraints 102
Seat adjustment 102
T
Tachometer 25, 121
Displaying gear range 154
Overspeed range 121
Tail lamps 343
Cleaning 285
Replacing bulbs 336Tailgate
Closing 98
Message in display 322
Opening 97, 98
Tailgate lock 324
Unlocking in an emergency 327
Tar stains 284
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 378
Brake fluid 378
Coolant 376
Coolants 380
Electrical system 374
Engine 370
Engine oil 377
Engine oil additives 378
Fuel requirements 379
Fuels 376
Gasoline additives 379
Lubricants 376
Main dimensions 375
Premium unleaded gasoline 378
Rims and tires 371
Weights and ratings 375
Windshield and headlamp washer
system 377, 382

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