2008 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 sunroof

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Controls in detail
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
 Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Opening and closing
The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and
closed electrically. The switch for the
tilt/sliding sunroof is located on the
overhead control panel.
Sunroof switch
1 Push up to raise sunroof at rear
2 Pull down to lower sunroof at rear
3 Push forward to slide sunroof closed
4 Push back to slide sunroof open
Warning!G
When closing the tilt/s liding sunroof, make
sure there is no danger of anyone being
harmed by the closing procedure.
The opening procedure of the tilt/sliding
sunroof can be immediately halted by
releasing the switch or, if the switch was
moved past the resistance point and
released, by moving the switch in any
direction.
The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sun-
roof can be immediatel y halted by releasing
the switch.
The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sun-
roof can be immediately reversed by moving
the switch in direction 1 or4.
In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing
their seat belts or not wearing them properly
may be thrown out of the opening. Such an
opening also presents a potential for injury
for occupants wearing their seat belts prop-
erly as entire body part s or portions of them
may protrude from the passenger compart-
ment.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the starter switch, take it
with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsuper-
vised use of vehicle equipment can cause an
accident and/or seri ous personal injury.
!To avoid damaging the seals, do not trans-
port any objects with sharp edges which can
stick out of the tilt/sliding sunroof.
Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is
snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in
malfunctions.
The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened or closed
manually should an elect rical malfunction occur
(
page 372).
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196 Controls in detail
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Switch on the ignition (page 39).Opening and closing the tilt/sliding
sunroof
To open, close, raise, or lower the
tilt/sliding sunroof, move the sunroof
switch to the resistance point in the
required direction of arrows
1 to 4
(
page 195).
Release the sunroof switch when the
tilt/sliding sunroof has reached the
desired position.
Fully opening the tilt/sliding sunroof
(Express-open)
Move the sunroof switch past the
resistance point in direction of
arrow 4 (
page 195) and release.
The tilt/sliding sunroof opens
completely. Stopping the tilt/slid
ing sunroof during
Express-operation
Move the sunroof switch in any
direction.
The movement of the tilt/sliding
sunroof stops.
!Please keep in mind that weather conditions
can sometime change rapidly. Make sure to
close the tilt/sliding sunroof when leaving the
vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior,
vehicle electronics could be damaged which is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
iWhen the tilt/sliding sunroof is open,
resonance noises may result in addition to the
usual wind noises. They are caused by minimal
pressure changes in the passenger compart-
ment. To reduce or eliminate these noises,
change the position of the tilt/sliding sunroof or
open a side window slightly.
iYou can also open or close the tilt/sliding
sunroof using the SmartKey, see “Summer open-
ing feature” (
page 193) and see “Convenience
closing feature” (
page 194).
Warning!G
The opening procedure of the tilt/sliding
sunroof can be immediately halted by
releasing the switch or , if the switch was
moved past the resistance point and
released, by moving the switch in any
direction.
The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sun-
roof can be immediately halted by releasing
the switch.
The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sun-
roof can be immediately reversed by moving
the switch in direction 1 or4.
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254 Operation
Driving instructions
Checklist before off-road driving
Engine oil level

Check the engine oil level with the
control system (
page 270). The
message
Engine oil level OK must
appear in the multifunction display.
Only then can the vehicle obtain a
trouble-free oil supply, even on steep
gradients.
!Observe the following during off-road
driving:

Keep doors, tailgate, windows, and
tilt/sliding sunroof closed.

Switch cruise control off.

Adjust vehicle speed to condition of terrain.
The more uneven, rutty, and steeper the
terrain, the lower the speed should be. Drive
through water slowly at an even speed,
avoiding a bow wave.

Be especially careful when driving in
unknown territory. It may be necessary to
get out of the vehicle and scout the path you
intend to take.

Watch out for obstacles, such as rocks,
holes, tree stumps, and ruts.

Avoid excessive engine speeds – drive at
moderate engine speeds (max. 3 000 rpm).

Before driving through water, determine its
depth.

Do not stop vehicle while immersed in water,
and do not shut off the engine.

In sandy soil, drive at a steady speed as
allowed by conditions. This helps overcome
the vehicle rolling resistance and reduces
the likelihood of the vehicle sinking into the
ground.

Do not initiate jumps with the vehicle. It
interrupts the forward momentum of the
vehicle.

Always drive on slopes with the engine
running and the vehicle in gear.

Inspect the vehicle for possible damage after
each off-road trip.
Warning!G
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure (
page 288) before continuing
your trip. Driving with reduced tire inflation
pressure increases the risk of losing control
of the vehicle and rolling over.
!If a engine oil level warning message
(
page 349) appears in the multifunction
display while driving, stop the vehicle in a safe
location or as soon at is safe to do so. Check the
engine oil level (
page 270).
The engine oil level warning messages should
not be ignored. Extended driving with the
message displayed could result in serious engine
damage that is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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364 Practical hints
Where will I find...?
First aid kit
The first aid kit is stored in the storage
pocket in the front passenger door.1 First aid kitVehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit is stored in a storage
compartment in the rear footwell.
The following is included:

Wheel wrench

Pump handle for vehicle jack

Key for opening/closing the tilt/sliding
sunroof in an emergency

Screwdriver

Fuse extractor 1
Cover
2 TabFold cover 1 to the side.
Pull vehicle tool kit out of the compart-
ment using tab 2.
iCheck expiration dates and contents for
completeness at least once a year and replace
missing/expired items.
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372 Practical hints
Opening/closing in an emergency
Tilt/sliding sunroof
You can open or close the tilt/sliding
sunroof manually should an electrical
malfunction occur.
The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located on
the driver’s side of the cargo compartment
behind the rear trim panel.1 Edge protection
2 Rear trim panelOpen the tailgate.
Remove edge protection 1 from the
door pillar.
Remove rear trim panel 2.
3 Key
4 Screwdriver
Take the vehicle tool kit out of its
storage compartment (
page 364).
Take key 3 and screwdriver 4 out of
the vehicle tool kit.
Fit key 3 into hexagon nut of drive.
Insert screwdriver 4 (as a lever) into
hole of key 3.
Turn screwdriver 4 clockwise to

slide sunroof closed

raise sunroof at the rear
Turn screwdriver 4 counterclockwise
to

slide sunroof open

lower sunroof at the reariDo not disconnect electrical connectors.
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432 Index
Cargo tie-down rings 209
Carpets, Cleaning 321
Catalytic converter 262
CD changer 366
CD playerOperating 143
Center console 30 Front passenger front air bag off indica-tor lamp 335
Lower part 31
Upper part 30
Central locking From inside 107
Switch 107
Switching on/off (control system) 155
Unlocking from inside 107
Central unlocking Switch 107
Certification label 410
Charging Vehicle battery 396 Checking
Coolant level 266, 274
Oil level 266, 269
Checking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (Advanced TPMS) 289
Checklist Off-road driving 254
Child safety 77 Infant and child restraint systems 68, 78
LATCH child seat anchors 82
Child safety switch see Blocking of rear door window operation
Cigarette lighter 222
Cleaning Gear selector lever 321
Headlamps 177
Headliner 321
Leather upholstery 322
Light alloy wheels 320
Rear Parking Assist sensors 318, 319
Seat belts 321
Steering wheel 321 Upholstery 322
Windows 319
Windshield 59
Wiper blades 319
Wood trims 322
Cleaning tires 279
Climate control 182 Adjusting air distribution 186
Adjusting air volume 186
Air conditioning 189
Air recirculation mode 188
Defogging windshield 188
Defrosting 187
Rear window defroster 181
Residual heat utilization (REST) 190
Setting the temperature 185
Windshield defroster 180
Clock 27
Closing Glove box 215
Hood 269
Tailgate 106
Tilt/sliding sunroof 196, 372
Windows 192
Closing tilt/sliding sunroof In an emergency 372
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Index
Driving on sand 259
Driving systems 197
Cruise control 197
Driving safety systems 87
Rear Parking Assist 200
Rear view camera 203
Rear view camera* 203
Driving through water 257
E
Easy-entry/exit feature Activating 156
EBB 87, 91
Electrical fuses 403
Electrical outlet 223 In cargo compartment 224
In front passenger footwell 223
In rear passenger footwell 224
Electrical system Technical data 417
Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) 91
Electronic Stability Program see ESP
®
Electronic systems Message in display 363
Electronic Traction System (ETS) 90
Emergency calls Tele Aid 230 Emergency, In case of
Roadside Assistance 232
Emergency operation Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 235
Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 169
Emergency operations Closing tilt/sliding sunroof 372
Locking the vehicle 369
Opening tilt/sliding sunroof 372
Unlocking the tailgate 369
Unlocking the vehicle 368
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD
Emission control 263
Emission control information label 411
Ending A call (telephone) 160
Engine Compartment 267
Starting with SmartKey 54
Technical data 413
Turning off with SmartKey 64
Engine cleaning 316
Engine compartment 267 Hood 267 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 27,
328–329
Engine oil 269, 423 Adding 273
Additives 423
Checking level 269
Consumption 269
Messages in display 271, 349–350
Oil dipstick 272
Engine oil level see Oil level
ESP
®27, 87, 91
Messages in display 339
Switching off 93
Switching on 94
Warning lamp 330–331
ETD 68, 77 Safety guidelines 72
Expanding cargo compartment 206
Extending gear range 168
Exterior lamp switch 117
Exterior lamps Delayed shut-off 153
Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting 46
Exterior view 22
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440 Index
Low beam headlampsMessages in display 354
Replacing bulbs 376
LOW RANGE - ABS 89
Lowering Vehicle 392
Lubricants Technical data 420
M
Main dimensions 418
Maintenance 311
Maintenance service Basic service (Service A) 311
Calling up the maintenance service in-dicator display 313
Extended service (Service B) 311
Overdue 313
Types 313
When due 311
Maintenance service indicator Calling up 313
Clearing 313 Maintenance service indicator display
Calling up 313
Maintenance service indicator message 311Clearing 312
Malfunction Displaying 145
Rear Parking Assist 203
Manual headlamp mode 118
Manual operation Interior lighting control 126
Manual operations Fuel filler flap 370
Locking the vehicle 369
Tilt/sliding sunroof 372
Unlocking gear selector lever 371
Unlocking the driver’s door 368
Unlocking the tailgate 369
Maximum load rating 305
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 305
Maximum tire inflation pressure 305
Mechanical key 368 Removing 368 Memory function 114
Recalling positions from memory 115
Storing exterior rear view mirror park- ing position (Canada only) 116
Storing key dependent settings 115
Menus 135 Audio 141
In control system 136, 137, 139
NAVI 144
Standard display 140
Submenus 135
TEL 159
Trip computer 157
Vehicle status message memory 144
Messages in the multifunction display 336Symbol messages 342–363
Text messages 338–341
Middle tunnel Fuse box in 405
Miles/kilometers in speedometer Setting 149
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