2007 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 ESP

401 Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Towing the vehicle
Mercedes-Benz recommends that the
vehicle be transported with all wheels off
the ground using flatbed or appropriate
wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is
preferable to other types of towing.When circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing methods, the
vehicle may be towed with all wheels on
the ground only so far as necessary to have
the vehicle moved to a safe location where
the recommended towing methods can be
employed.
!Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equipment,
with SmartKey in starter switch turned to
position0.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing
with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will
damage radiator and supports.
To prevent damage during transport, do not tie
down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts.
Use the towing eyes.
Switch off the ESP
® (page 94), the tow-away
alarm (
page 98) and the automatic central
locking (
page 155).
!Do not tow-start the vehicle.
!When towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, the gear selector lever must be in
neutral positionN and the SmartKey must be in
starter switch position2.
When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground, the vehicle may be towed only for
distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed
not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
If the vehicle is towed with one axle raised
(observe instructions regarding flexible drive
shaft and propeller shafts), the engine must be
shut off and the SmartKey must be in starter
switch position1. Otherwise, the 4-ETS may
become engaged which may cause loss of
towing control.
Warning!G
If circumstances require towing the vehicle
with all wheels on the ground, always tow
with a tow bar if:

the engine will not run

there is a malfunction in the brake sys-
tem

there is a malfunction in the power
supply or in the vehicle’s electrical
system
This is necessary to adequately control the
towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, make sure the SmartKey is in
starter switch position2.
If the SmartKey is left in the starter switch
position0 for an extended period of time, it
can no longer be turned in the switch. In this
case, the steering is locked. To unlock,
remove SmartKey from starter switch and
reinsert.

404 Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Front towing eye
The front towing eye is located on the
driver’s side under the front bumper.
1Towing eyeRear towing eye
The rear towing eye is located on the
driver’s side under the rear bumper.
1Towing eyeStranded vehicle
Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the
wheels are dug into sand or mud, should
be done with the greatest of care,
especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded.
Avoid pulling the vehicle jerkily or diago-
nally, since it could result in damage to the
chassis alignment.
Never try to free a vehicle that is still
coupled to a trailer.
If possible, a vehicle should be pulled back-
ward in its own previously made tracks.

415 Technical data
Engine
Engine
ModelG 500 (463.249)1
1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special
equipment.
G 55 AMG (463.271)1
Engine113113
Mode of operation4-stroke engine, gasoline injection4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
No. of cylinders88
Bore3.82 in (97.00 mm)3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Stroke3.31 in (84.00 mm)3.60 in (92.00 mm)
Total piston displacement303.0 cu in (4 966 cm3)331.8 cu in (5 439 cm3)
Compression ratio10:19:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349292 hp/5 500 rpm2
(218 kW/5 500 rpm)
2Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
493 hp/6 100 rpm2
(368 kW/6 100 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349336 lb-ft/2 800 - 4 000 rpm
(456 Nm/2 800 - 4 000 rpm)516 lb-ft/2 650 - 4 000 rpm
(700 Nm/2 650 - 4 000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed6300 rpm6 500 rpm
Firing order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-81-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt2380 mmBelt one: 1 289 mm
Belt two: 2 449 mm

416 Technical data
Rims and tires
!Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by
Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best
possible performance in conjunction with the
driving safety systems on your vehicle such as
ABS or ESP
®. Tires specially developed for your
vehicle and tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the
following on the tire’s sidewall:

MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment
tires
Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
!Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental effects,
such as

poor handling characteristics

increased noise

increased fuel consumption
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit dimen-
sional variations and different tire deformation
characteristics that could cause them to come
into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts.
Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the
result.
iFurther information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center. The Tire and Loading Information
placard with the recommended tire inflation
pressures is located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
Some vehicles may have supplemental tire
inflation pressure information for driving at high
speeds (
page 287) or for vehicle loads less
than the maximum loaded vehicle condition
(
page 287). If such information is provided, it
can be found on the tire inflation pressure label
located on the inside of the fuel filler flap.The tire inflation pressure should be checked
regularly and should only be adjusted on cold
tires. Follow tire manufacturer’s maintenance
recommendation included with vehicle.
iThe following pages also list the approved
wheel rim and tire sizes for equipping your
vehicles with winter tires. Winter tires are not
available as standard or optional factory equip-
ment, but can be purchased from an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Depending on vehicle model and the standard or
optional factory-equipped wheel rim/tire
configuration on your vehicle, equipping your
vehicle with winter tires approved for your
vehicle model may also require the purchase of
two or four wheel rims of the recommended size
for use with these winter tires. See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for more
information.

422 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match.Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or
inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
Warning!G
Comply with all valid regulations with
respect to handling, storing and disposing
of service fluids. Otherwise you could
endanger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of
children.
For health reasons, you should prevent
service fluids from coming into direct
contact with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.

427 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Gasoline additives
A major concern among engine
manufacturers is carbon build-up caused
by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends
only the use of quality gasoline containing
additives that prevent the build-up of car-
bon deposits.
After an extended period of using fuels
without such additives, carbon deposits
can build up, especially on the intake
valves and in the combustion area, leading
to engine performance problems such as:

Warm-up hesitation

Unstable idle

Knocking/pinging

Misfire

Power lossIn areas where carbon deposits may be
encountered due to lack of availability of
gasolines which contain these additives,
Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of
additives approved by us for use on
Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Refer to the
Factory Approved Service Products
pamphlet (USA only) or contact an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center
for a listing of approved product(s). Follow
directions on product label.
Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel.
This only results in unnecessary cost and
may be harmful to the engine operation.
Coolants
The engine coolant is a mixture of water
and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which
provides:

Corrosion protection

Freeze protection

Boiling protection (by increasing the
boiling point)
The cooling system was filled at the factory
with a coolant providing freeze protection
to approximately -35°F (-37°C) and corro-
sion protection.
If the antifreeze mixture is effective to
-35°F (-37°C), the boiling point of the cool-
ant in the pressurized cooling system is
reached at approximately 266°F (130°C).
!Damage or malfunction resulting from poor
fuel quality or from blending additional fuel
additives other than those tested and approved
by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.! Add premixed coolant solution only. Adding
water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
separately from each other, could cause engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.

431 Index
A
ABS 27, 88
Indicator lamp 324–325, 327
LOW RANGE mode 90
Messages in display 340
Accelerator position (Automatic
transmission) 166
Accessory weight 304
Accident
In case of 61
Activating
Air conditioning (cooling) 190
Air recirculation mode 188
Anti-theft alarm system 97
Central locking (control system) 155
Defrost 187
Easy-entry/exit feature 156
ESP
®95
Exterior headlamps 56
Exterior lamps 118
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position 178Headlamps 56
Immobilizer 96
Rear window defroster 181
Windshield defroster 181
Windshield wipers 58
Adding
Coolant 275
Engine oil 273
Additional turn signals 378
Adjusting 41
Air distribution 186
Air volume 186
Exterior rear view mirrors 46
Head restraint fore and aft
adjustment 43
Head restraint height 43
Head restraint height, rear seats 110
Instrument cluster illumination 130
Interior rear view mirror 46
Mirrors 46
Multicontour seat* 109Seat backrest tilt 43
Seat cushion depth 109
Seat cushion tilt 43
Seat fore and aft adjustment 43
Seat height 43
Seats 41
Steering column in/out 45
Steering column up/down 45
Steering wheel 44
Advanced TPMS
Messages in display 342–343,
361–362
Air bags 70
BabySmart
TM air bag deactivation
system 81
Front 73
Safety guidelines 72
Window curtain air bags 74
Air conditioning 189
Air conditioning refrigerant 425
Air distribution
Adjusting 186

436 Index
D
Data recording (vehicle) 20
Daytime running lamp mode 119
Setting 151
Deactivating
Air conditioning (cooling) 189
Air recirculation mode 189
Alarm 97
Anti-theft alarm system 97
Central locking (control system) 155
Cruise control 198
Defrost 188
ESP
®94
Exterior lamps 118
Exterior lamps delayed shut-off 153
Headlamps 64
Immobilizer 96
Interior lighting delayed shut-off 154
Rear window defroster 181
Tow-away alarm 98
Windshield defroster 181
Deep water see Standing water
Defrosting 187
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps 153
Interior lighting 154Department of Transportation see DOT
Dialing
A number (telephone) 160
Differential locks 173
Switching off 176
Switching on 175
Difficulties
While driving see Problems while
driving
With starting 54
Direction of rotation (tires) 280
Discharged battery
Jump starting 399
Disconnecting
Vehicle battery 398
Displays
Maintenance service indicator
message 311
Messages 271, 338
Selecting display for status
indicator 150
Showing vehicle status
messages 145
Door
Entry lamps 129
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 235Door control panel 33
Door handle 33
Doors
Message in display 350
Opening from the inside 104
DOT 305
Downhill driving
Cruise control 198
Drink holders see Cup holders
Drinking and driving 245
Driving
General instructions 48, 245
In winter 251
Problems 61
Safety systems 88
Through standing water 252
Driving abroad 261
Driving and safety systems
4-ETS 91
ABS 88
BAS 90
EBB 92
ESP
®92
Driving instructions 245
Passenger compartment 252
Driving off 247