375 Practical hints
Brush guard
Brush guard
The brush guard is available on G 55 AMG 
(U.S vehicles only).
Lowering and raising brush guard
1Locking and unlocking handle
2Quick lock
3Lock
4End stop jointLowering
While holding brush guard firmly, open 
quick lock2 using locking and unlock-
ing handle1.
Gently lower brush guard until it 
reaches its fully lowered position.
Raising and securing
Flip up brush guard until it contacts end 
stop joint4.
Quick lock stop pin2 must engage 
the cross slot recess in lock3.
Now turn quick lock2 so that quick 
lock makes contact with end stop 
joint4.
Lock quick lock2 on both sides of 
brush guard using locking and unlock-
ing handle1.
Warning!G
The brush guard is designed solely to 
enhance 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 headlamps 
or to replace bulbs.
!Make sure both quick stop pins2 are 
seated fully in lock3. 
439 Index
G
Garage door opener 32, 236
Gasoline see Fuel
Gasoline additives 427
GAWR 305
Gear range
Automatic transmission 167
Shifting into optimal 169
Transfer case 170
Gear range limit
Canceling 169
Gear selector lever 27, 162, 373
Cleaning 321
Lock 54
Position 164
Position (automatic 
transmission) 27, 163
Unlocking manually 373
Global
Locking 102
Unlocking 102
Glove box 25, 215
Closing 215
Locking and unlocking 
separately 216
Opening 215Good visibility 177
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR
Gross Trailer Weight see GTW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW
GTW 305
GVW 305
GVWR 305
H
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 321
Hazard warning flasher 124
Switching off 124
Switching on 124
Head restraints 108
Power seats 43
Headlamp cleaning system 275
Headlamps
Automatic control 118
Cleaning 318
Cleaning system 177, 275
Switching off 64
Switching on 56
Washer fluid 430
Washer system 430
Headlight switch-off delay see Delayed 
switch-off, exterior lampsHeadliner
Cleaning 321
Heated seats 112
Heated steering wheel 225
Height adjustment
Head restraints 43
Seat belt outlet 52
Steering wheel 44
High beam flasher 57, 122
High beam headlamps
Messages in display 355
Replacing bulbs 378
Switching on 122
High mounted brake lamp 378
Message in display 354
Hood 267
Closing 269
Message in display 353
Opening 267
Hydroplaning 249
I
Identification labels 412
Certification label 412
Ignition
Switching on 54
Ignition (Position in starter switch) 39