2010 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG ESP

seat belts at temperatures above 176‡
(80†) or in direct sunlight.GWarning!
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may
severely weaken them. In a crash they may
not be able to provide adequate protection.
Upholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing
clothing that have the tendency to give off
coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause the
upholstery to become permanently
discolored. By lining the seats with a proper
intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will
be prevented.
Leather upholstery
Please note that leather upholstery is a
natural product and is therefore subject to a
natural aging process. Leather upholstery
may also react to certain ambient influences
such as high humidity or high temperature by
showing wrinkles for example.
XWipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth
and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-
Benz approved Leather Care.
! To avoid damage to leather upholstery:
R Wipe with light pressure only.
R Do not clean with abrasive cleaning
agents such as scouring milk or powder.
R Do not soak the leather upholstery.
As leather is a natural product, it could
otherwise harden or become porous.
R Exercise particular care when cleaning
perforated leather as its underside
should not become wet.
Wood trims
XOnly use water and a damp cloth to clean
wood trims in your vehicle.! Do not use solvents like tar remover or
wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as
these may be abrasive.
Chrome-plated exhaust tip
Regular cleaning and care of chrome-plated
exhaust tips will help to maintain their shine
and the classy appearance.
XUse Mercedes-Benz approved Chrome
Polishing Paste each time the vehicle has
been washed, especially during the winter.
! Do not use alkaline cleaners such as
wheel cleaners as they could cause
corrosion.
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Text messages
Safety systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsABSABS not
available
Differenti
al LockedYou have engaged the differential locks.XThe ABS switches on again after the differential locks have
been disengaged.ABSABS, ESP
Inoperativ
e See
Operator’s
ManualThe brake system is still functioning normally but due to a
malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the EBB, the ESP ®
, and the
4-ETS are unavailable.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
ESPInoperativ
e See
Operator's
ManualThe brake system is still functioning normally but due to a
malfunction or an interruption in the power supply the ABS,
the BAS, EBB, the ESP ®
, and the 4-ETS are unavailable.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing steering capability.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsSRSRestraint
System
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredThere is a malfunction in the Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS). The air bags or the Emergency Tensioning Devices
(ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an
accident.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked
immediately.SRSRestraint
System
Service
RequiredThere is a malfunction in the Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS). The air bags or the Emergency Tensioning Devices
(ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an
accident.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked
immediately.GWarning!
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be
operational.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed
in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and
unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsAASService
RequiredOn inclines, the vehicle may start to roll down upon releasing
the accelerator pedal.XContinue driving with added caution.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
Cruise
Cont. And
SPEEDTRONI
CInoperativ
eThe cruise control is malfunctioning.XHave the cruise control checked at an authorized
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TiresDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTire
pressure
displayed
onlyafter
driving
for a few
minutes.The tire inflation pressure is being checked by the Advanced
TPMS.XDrive the vehicle for a few minutes.Tire
Pres.
MonitorInoperativ
eThe Advanced TPMS is malfunctioning.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
Pres.
Monitor
Inoperativ
eNo Wheel
SensorsThere are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted
(e.g. winter tires).XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Wheel
SensorMissingAt least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty).
The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire
inflation pressure in the multifunction display.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the wheel sensors installed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.At least one wheel without appropriate wheel sensors is
mounted (e.g. spare wheel).
The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire
inflation pressure in the multifunction display.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the wheel sensors installed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
Pres.
MonitorCurrently
Unavailabl
eThe Advanced TPMS cannot monitor the tire inflation pressure
due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient
power supply.
As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been rectified,
the Advanced TPMS becomes active again automatically after
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCorrect
The Tire
Pres.The tire inflation pressure is too low in at least one tire.
or
The tire inflation pressures of the individual tires differ from
each other significantly.
The tire inflation pressure values are shown in the
multifunction display.XCheck and correct tire inflation pressure as required
( Y page 161).XRestart the Advanced TPMS ( Y page 164).Caution
Tire
defectAt least one tire is deflating.
The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers.XIf necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 239).Check
TiresThe tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantly
below the reference value.
The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers.XCheck and adjust tire inflation pressure as required.XIf necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 239).GWarning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may
lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up
and possibly a fire.
GWarning!
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect
handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear
unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are
more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc.
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Symbol messages
BrakeDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions#Brake
WearThe brake pads have reached their wear limit.XHave the brake pads replaced as soon as possible at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected by a qualified technician at the intervals
specified in the Maintenance Booklet.
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions$
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Release
Parking
BrakeYou are driving with the parking brake engaged. In addition
an acoustic warning sounds.XRelease the parking brake.$
(USA only)
J
(Canada
only)Check
Brake
Fluid
LevelThere is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.
Risk of accident!XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the parking brake.XDo not drive any further.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
GWarning!
Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have
your brake system checked immediately.
Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be
seriously burned.
! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark
or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks.
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Safety systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsGTele Aid
Inoperativ
eOne or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are
malfunctioning.XHave the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions©Transfer
Case
Service
RequiredThe transfer case is malfunctioning.XDo not switch the transfer case on.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.©TC Shift
Procedure
CanceledThe shift process in the transfer case was canceled because
of a malfunction.XRepeat the shift process ( Y page 93).©TC Shift
Conditions
Not
FulfilledYou have not met the shift conditions for a selection process
in the transfer case.XRepeat the shift process ( Y page 93).©TC In
NeutralNo gear has been selected in the transfer case, it is in
Neutral .XEngage transfer case to gear position HIGH or LOW
( Y page 93).GWarning!
If the transfer case is in Neutral, the park
position P of the automatic transmission will
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VehicleDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions:The tailgate is open.XClose the tailgate ( Y page 63).MYou are driving with the hood open.XStop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to
do so.XClose the hood ( Y page 153).
There is otherwise danger of an accident.
¡You are driving with at least one door open.XClose all doors.+Remove KeyYou have forgotten to remove the SmartKey.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter switch.+Get a new
key.The SmartKey is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.~Bluetooth
ReadyThe telephone has not yet been connected to the COMAND
system via Bluetooth ®
.XConnect the telephone to the COMAND system via
Bluetooth ®
.¥Top Up
Washer
FluidThe fluid level has dropped to approximately 1
/ 3 of total
reservoir capacity.XAdd washer fluid ( Y page 157).
Engine
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions;Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to
the control system. The coolant temperature gauge or the
tachometer may have failed.XHave the electronic systems checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.+Top Up
Coolant
See
Operator's
ManualThe coolant level is too low.XAdd coolant ( Y page 156).XIf you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling
system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.210Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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