2010 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG wipers

Driving instructions ........................ 184
Driving on sand .............................. 188
Driving through water ....................187
Returning ....................................... 189
Ruts ............................................... 188
Steep terrain .................................. 186
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ....................... 92
Operating safety .................................. 21
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 194
Outside temperature see Displays
Overhead control panel ...................... 30
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 193
Paintwork code ................................. 255
Panic alarm .......................................... 51
Parcel net ........................................... 130
Parking ................................................. 88
Rear Parking Assist system ...........118
Parking Assist
see Rear Parking Assist system
Parking brake ...................................... 88
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 208
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................73
Transmission position ......................90
Parts service ...................................... 254
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 182
Phone see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 196
Power assistance .............................. 182
Power outlets .................................... 136
Power seats see Seats
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Opening/closing in an emergency . 231
Operation ....................................... 128
Power washer .................................... 193
Power windows ................................... 84
Cleaning ......................................... 195
Operation ......................................... 84
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 50
Practical hints ................................... 200
Problems
While driving .................................... 87
With vehicle ..................................... 21
With wipers ...................................... 83
Product information ............................ 18
Production options weight ............... 178
Proximity key see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 178
R
Radio
Selecting stations ..........................103
Radio transmitters ............................ 189
Rain sensor see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 260
Rear door ashtray see Ashtrays
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 50
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 50
Rear fog lamp
Replacing bulb ............................... 234
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear Parking Assist system ............. 118
Cleaning system sensors ...............195
Malfunctions .................................. 120
Minimum distance .........................119
Range ............................................ 119
Sensors ......................................... 118
Warning indicators .........................119
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
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Turning off the engine ........................ 89
Turn signals ......................................... 77
Cleaning lenses ............................. 194
Indicator lamps ................................ 26
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 218
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) ........... 179
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 171, 179
Units
Selecting speedometer display
mode ............................................. 108
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 262
Unlocking the vehicle
Manually ........................................ 228
SmartKey ......................................... 60
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 197
Useful features .................................. 134
V
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 243
Care ............................................... 192
Control system ................................ 99
Identification Number (VIN) ...........254
Locking/unlocking ........................... 60
Lowering (wheel change) ...............242
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 21
Towing ........................................... 246
Unlocking/locking manually ..........228
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 254
Vehicle jack see Jack
Vehicle lighting .................................... 74
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 130
Cargo volume, expanding ..............130
Instructions .................................... 129
Load limit ....................................... 167
Roof rack ....................................... 130
Terminology ................................... 177
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 179
Vehicle specification
G 550 ............................................. 256
G 55 AMG ...................................... 257
Vehicle status message memory .... 105
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 200
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
W
Warning sounds
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt .....44
Parking brake ................................ 208
Rear Parking Assist system ...........120
Seat belt telltale ............................ 222
Warranty coverage ............................ 254
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 265
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 210
Mixing ratio .................................... 265
Refilling .......................................... 157
Washing the vehicle .......................... 192
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 172
Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 239
Removing ....................................... 241
Spare ............................................. 239
Tightening torque ........................... 242
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 258
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 158
Window curtain air bags ..................... 37
Windows see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 195
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 195
Defogging ...................................... 126
Washer fluid ................................... 265
Wipers ............................................. 82
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Windshield defroster ........................ 127
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades ..................238
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 180
Snow chains .................................. 180
Tires ............................................... 179
Winter tires ................................ 179, 258
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 197Index17463_AKB; 3; 35, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T20:59:56+02:00 - Seite 17

Exterior viewiThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
FunctionPage:Tailgate:Opening and closing63Unlocking manually229;Rear window defroster127=Rear view camera120?Rear window wiper/washer82Wiper blade, replacing238Wiper blade, cleaning195ARear lamps233BFuel filler flap150CDoors:Locking and unlocking60Locking and unlocking
manually228
DExterior rear view mirrors72EFront lamps233FunctionPageFHood152GWipers:Wiper blades, replacing238Wiper blades, cleaning195HWindshield:Wiping with washer fluid83Cleaning195IPower tilt/sliding sunroof128JHeadlamp cleaning system78KTires and wheels158Rims and tires258LBrush guard232MTowing eyes24624Exterior viewAt a glance
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CockpitFunctionPage:Combination switch:Turn signals77Wipers82High beam77;Headlamp cleaning button78=Cruise control lever115?Horn AInstrument cluster26,
98
BLever for Voice Control
System, see separate
operating instructions
CStarter switch65DGlove box lock132FunctionPageEGlove box132FCenter console28GMultifunction steering
wheel
27,
99
HOn-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
IHood lock release152JSteering wheel adjustment70Heated steering wheel72KExterior lamp switch74LExterior rear view mirror
adjustment72
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Vehicle equipment ..............................60
Locking and unlocking .......................60
Starter switch positions .....................65
Seats ....................................................65
Multifunction steering wheel .............70
Mirrors .................................................72
Memory function .................................73
Lighting ................................................74
Wipers ..................................................82
Power windows ...................................84
Driving and parking ............................85
Automatic transmission .....................89
Transfer case .......................................93
Differential locks .................................95
Instrument cluster ..............................98
Control system ....................................99
Driving systems ................................115
Climate control system ....................121
Windshield defroster ........................127
Rear window defroster .....................127
Power tilt/sliding sunroof ...............128
Loading and storing ..........................129
Useful features .................................134
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Starter switch positions
SmartKey
GObserve Safety notes, see page 46.
Starter switch
gFor removing SmartKey (gear selector
lever must be in park position P)
1Power supply for some electrical
consumers, e.g. wipers
2Ignition (power supply for all electrical
consumers) and driving position
3Starting position
When you switch on the ignition, all lamps in
the instrument cluster come on. The low-
beam headlamp indicator lamp, high-beam
headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal
indicator lamps will only come on if activated.
If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to
come on when the ignition is switched on,
have it checked and replaced if necessary. If
a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on
after starting the engine or comes on while
driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster”
(Y page 219).
If the SmartKey is left in starter switch
position 0 for an extended period of time, it
can no longer be turned in the starter switch.
In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock,
remove SmartKey from the starter switch and
reinsert.
The steering is locked when the SmartKey is
removed from the starter switch.
XAlways remove the SmartKey from the
starter switch when the engine is not in
operation.
This will help to prevent accelerated vehicle
battery discharge or a completely
discharged vehicle battery.
If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the
starter switch, the vehicle battery may not be
sufficiently charged.
XCheck the vehicle battery and charge it if
necessary (Y page 244).
or
XGet a jump start (Y page 244).
Seats
Safety notes
GWarning!
In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle
control the following must be done before the
vehicle is put into motion:
Rseat adjustment
Rhead restraint adjustment
Rsteering wheel adjustment
Rrear view mirror adjustment
Rfastening of seat belts
GWarning!
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving.
Adjusting the seat while driving could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat
backrest in an excessively reclined position as
this can be dangerous. You could slide under
the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under
it, the seat belt would apply force at the
abdomen or neck. That could cause serious
or fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat
belts provide the best restraint when the
wearer is in a position that is as upright as
possible and seat belts are properly
positioned on the body.
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Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher can be switched
on at all times, even with the SmartKey
removed from the starter switch.
The hazard warning flasher comes on
automatically when an air bag deploys.
XSwitching on: Press hazard warning
flasher switch :.
All turn signal lamps are flashing.
iWith the hazard warning flasher activated
and the combination switch set for either
left or right turn, only the respective left or
right turn signals will operate when the
ignition is switched on.
XSwitching off: Press hazard warning
flasher switch : again.
iIf the hazard warning flasher has been
activated automatically, press hazard
warning flasher switch : to switch it off.
Headlamp cleaning system
XSwitch on the ignition.XPress headlamp cleaning button :.
The headlamps are cleaned with a high-
pressure water jet.
The headlamps will be cleaned automatically
when you have
Rswitched on the headlamps
and
Rthe windshield wipers have wiped the
windshield with washer fluid fifteen times
For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Washer system and headlamp
cleaning system” (Y page 157).
Corner-illuminating front fog lamps
The corner-illuminating front fog lamps
improve illumination of the area in the
direction into which you are turning.
The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will
only operate
Rin low ambient lighting conditions
Rat vehicle speeds below 25 mph
(40 km/h)
Rwith the front fog lamps switched off
Rwhen the engine is running
Switching on
XTurn the exterior lamp switch to position
L or Ã.
or
XActivate the daytime running lamp mode
(Y page 76).
XSwitch on the left or right turn signal,
depending on whether you are turning left
or right.
The respective front fog lamp comes on. If
you have switched on the turn signal for
one side but turn the steering wheel in the
other direction, the corner-illuminating
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