2006 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG air filter

170 Controls in detail
Climate control
The climate control is operational whenev-
er the engine is running. You can operate
the climate control system in either the au-
tomatic or manual mode. The system cools
or heats the interior depending on the se-
lected interior temperature and the cur-
rent outside temperature.Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and
odors are filtered out before outside air en-
ters the passenger compartment through
the air distribution system.
The air conditioning will not engage (no
cooling) if the AC
OFF mode is selected
(
page 174).
Setting the temperature
Use temperature controls2 and3 to
separately adjust the air temperature on
each side of the passenger compartment.
You should raise or lower the temperature
setting in small increments, preferably
starting at 72°F (22°C).
Warning!G
When operating the climate control, the air
that enters the passenger compartment
through the air vents in the footwell can be
very hot or very cold (depending on the set
temperature). This may cause burns or frost-
bite on unprotected skin in the immediate
area of the air vents. Always keep sufficient
distance between unprotected parts of the
body and the footwell air vents. If necessary,
change the air flow using the air distribution
controls to direct the air away from the foot-
well air vents (
page 171).
Warning!G
Follow the recommended settings for heat-
ing and cooling given on the following pag-
es. Otherwise the windows could fog up,
impairing visibility and endangering you and
others.
i
If the vehicle interior is hot, ventilate
the interior before driving off.
Keep the air intake grille in front of the
windshield free of snow and debris.
i
When operating the climate control
system in automatic mode, you will
only rarely need to adjust the tempera-
ture, air volume, and air distribution.

310 Practical hints
What to do if …
ÏCOOLANT
VISIT WORKSHOP!The cooling fan for the coolant is
malfunctioning.Observe the coolant temperature dis-
play (
page 120).
Have the fan replaced as soon as pos-
sible.
ÑCRUISE CONTROL
VISIT WORKSHOP!Cruise control is malfunctioning.Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
JDOOR OPEN!You are attempting to drive with one ore
more doors open.Close the doors.
eENGINE AIR FILTER
VISIT WORKSHOP!The engine air filter is clogged and must
be replaced.Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as possi-
ble.
Display symbolDisplay messagePossible causePossible solution

377 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters re-
quired for vehicles with Maintenance
System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada
vehicles). For a listing of approved engine
oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory
Approved Service Products pamphlet, or
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.Using engine oils and oil filters of specifica-
tion other than those expressly required
for the Maintenance System (U.S. vehi-
cles) or FSS (Canada vehicles), or changing
of oil and oil filter at change intervals
longer than those called for by the
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or
FSS (Canada vehicles) will result in engine
damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Please follow Maintenance System (U.S.
vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehicles) recom-
mendations for scheduled oil changes.
Failure to do so will result in engine dam-
age not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Cooling systemG 500
G55AMGapprox. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l)
approx. 13.4 US qt (12.7 l)MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
Air conditioning systemR-134a refrigerant and
special PAG lubricant oil (never R-12)
Windshield/rear window washer system
and headlamp cleaning systemapprox. 7.9 US qt (7.5 l)MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
and water1
1Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available
premixed windshield washer solvent / antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 382).

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

401 Index
Mirrors
Activating exterior rear view mirror
parking position 164
Adjusting 41
Auto-dimming for rear view
mirror 163
Exterior rear view mirror 41
Exterior rear view mirror parking
positions 144
Interior rear view mirror 41
Storing exterior rear view mirror park-
ing position 109
MON 240
MON (Motor Octane Number) 386
Monitoring reach
Rear Parking Assist* 185
Mph or km/h in speedometer
setting 137
Multicontour seat* 104
Multifunction display 123, 386
Selecting language 137
Standard display 127Multifunction display messages
ABS 300
BAS 300
Battery 304, 305
Brake fluid 305
Brake pads 305
Check engine 294
Coolant 307, 308, 309
Cruise control 310
Display 322
Doors 310
Engine 294
Engine air filter 310
Engine oil 311
ESP 302
Fuel reserve tank 313
Hood 313
Key 313
Lamps 314, 316
Parking brake 306
Sunroof 321
Tailgate 322
Tele Aid 321
Telephone* 322
Washer fluid 322Multifunction steering wheel 26, 124
Buttons 124
N
Navigation system
Operating 130
See separate COMAND operating in-
structions
Night security illumination 113
Setting 140
Normal occupant weight 274
O
Occupant distribution 274
Occupant safety 62
Airbags 63
Children in the vehicle 72
Fastening the seat belt 43
Infant and child restraint systems 72
LATCH child seat anchors 77
Seat belts 43, 66
Odometer, main 25