2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG Owner's Manual

Rear-compartment overhead control panel
:p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off;p Switches the left-hand reading lamp
on/off
Interior lighting control
Important notes
In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from
discharging, the interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time
except for when the SmartKey is in position
2 in the ignition lock.
Automatic interior lighting control
XTo switch on: set rocker switch = to the
center position.
The interior lighting switches on
automatically when it is dark if you:
R unlock the vehicle
R open a door
R remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
The interior light is activated for a short while
when the SmartKey is removed from the
ignition lock. You can activate this delayed
switch-off using the on-board computer
( Y page 165).
When a front door is opened, the front interior
lighting comes on. When a rear door is
opened, the rear interior lighting comes on.
In addition, the courtesy lights come on.
i If a door remains open and the SmartKey
is not in the ignition lock, the interior
lighting switches off after a short while.XTo switch off: press the z symbol on
rocker switch =.
The interior lighting remain switched off even
when it is dark if you:
R unlock the vehicle
R open a door
R remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
Manual control
Front interior lighting
! If the interior lighting has been switched
on manually, it will not be switched off
automatically.
This can cause the starter battery to
discharge.
Make sure that the interior lighting does
not remain switched on too long after the
engine has been switched off.
XTo switch on: press the c symbol on
rocker switch =.XTo switch off: set rocker switch = to the
center position.
Reading lamps
X To switch on/off: press the p button.
Cargo compartment lamp
GWarning!
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the cargo
compartment opening when closing the
tailgate. Be especially careful when small
children are around.
GWarning!
Make sure the tailgate is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
Interior lighting95Lights and windshield wipersZ

! Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. The battery may otherwise
discharge.XTo switch on/off: press the t button.
i
If you open the rear door, the cargo
compartment lamp comes on. Then, you
cannot switch it off using the t button.
Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. This prevents the battery
from discharging.
XOpen the rear door.XTo switch off with the rear door open:
press lock : down in the direction of the
arrow until it engages.
The cargo compartment lamp is switched
off.
! Do not close the rear door while lock :
is engaged at the bottom. Otherwise, you
could damage lock :.
X To switch on with the rear door open:
press lock cylinder ;.
The cargo compartment lamp resumes its
normal function.
Rear interior lighting
XTo switch on/off: press the t button.
i
The rear interior lighting switches on
when you open a rear door. Then, you
cannot switch it off using the t button.
Switch off the rear interior lighting if you
wish to leave the rear doors open for a
longer period. This prevents the battery
from discharging.
Changing bulbs
Important safety notes
Xenon bulbs
GWarning
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You could
get an electric shock and be seriously or even
fatally injured if you touch the electric
contacts on Xenon bulbs. Therefore, never
remove the cover from Xenon bulbs.
Do not change Xenon bulbs yourself, but have
them replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Other bulbs
GWarning
Bulbs and lamps can be very hot. You should
therefore allow them to cool down before you
change them. Otherwise, you could be burned
if you touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could damage the bulbs, for
example, and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may break or even explode and
injure you.
96Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers

Halogen bulbs are pressurized and could
explode when you change them, particularly
if they are very hot. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed ( Y page 97). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Before changing bulbs
Have the following bulbs changed at a
qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
R high-mounted brake lamp
R high-beam/low-beam headlamps (Xenon
bulbs)
R parking lamp/standing lamp
R license plate lamp
i Individual segments of the license plate
lamp LEDs may fail without a display
message appearing in the multifunction
display. Check the license plate lamp
regularly. Consult a qualified specialist
workshop if necessary.
You can replace the following bulbs:
R fog lamp/cornering light with fog lamp
function
R turn signal lamp (front)
R brake/tail lamp
R turn signal lamp (rear)
R tail lamp/standing lamp
R backup lamp
R rear fog lamp
R side marker lamp
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
Front bulbs
:Turn signal lamp: 1156 NA;Side marker lamp: T 4 W=Cornering light function with fog lamp
function: H11 55 WChanging bulbs97Lights and windshield wipersZ

Rear bulbs
:Side marker lamp: T 4 W;Tail lamps:Turn signal lamp: PY 21 WBrake lamp/tail lamp: P 21/5 WTail lamp/parking lamp: W 5 W=Backup lamp: P 21 W?License plate lamp: LEDs5ARear fog lamp: P 21 W
Changing the front bulbs
Front fog lamps/cornering lamps with
fog lamp function
XSwitch off the lights.XRemove screws :.XRemove cover ;.XRemove screws ?.
i
Only remove screws ?. Do not turn
adjustment screw A. If adjustment screw
A is turned, the front fog lamp adjustment
must be checked at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
XRemove headlamp =.XHold headlamp =.XLightly press bulb holder B, turn it
counter-clockwise to the stop and pull it
out.5 These bulbs must be replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.98Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers

XTake bulb C out of bulb holder B.XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder B.XInsert bulb holder B into headlamp = and
turn it clockwise to the stop.XInsert headlamp =.XReplace and tighten screws ?.XPosition cover ;.XReplace and tighten screws :.
Turn signal
XG 55 AMG: release the turn signal
protection grille from the rear of the
bracket and fold it forward.
! Make sure that the headlamp protection
grille does not strike against painted
surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
XSwitch off the lights.XRemove screws :.XRemove lens ;.XLightly press bulb =, turn it counter-
clockwise and pull it out.XInsert the new bulb and, applying slight
pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.XInstall lens ;.XReplace and tighten screws :.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
XG 55 AMG: fold the headlamp protection
grille back and engage it into the bracket.
Side marker lamp
The bulbs of the front and rear side marker
lamps are changed in the same way.
Front side marker lamp (example)
XSwitch off the lights.XRemove screws :.XRemove housing ;.Changing bulbs99Lights and windshield wipersZ

XRemove dust cover =.XPush the catch to the side and pull the bulb
holder with the bulb out of housing ;.XLightly press bulb ?, turn it counter-
clockwise and pull it out.XInsert the new bulb and, applying slight
pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.XInsert the bulb holder into housing ;.XAttach dust cover =.XInsert housing ;.XReplace and tighten screws :.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
Changing the rear bulbs
G 55 AMG only: headlamp protective
grid
You must remove the headlamp protection
grille before you can change the bulbs in the
tail lamps.
G 55 AMG: headlamp protection grille
XUnscrew screws ;.XSwing headlamp protection grille : to the
right.
! Make sure that the headlamp protection
grille does not strike against painted
surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
XAfter changing the bulbs, swing headlamp
protection grille : to the left.XTighten screws ;.
Tail lamp
XSwitch off the lights.XRemove screws :.XRemove lens ;.100Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers

=Turn signals?Brake/tail lampATail lamp/standing lampXTurn the bulb counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder.XInsert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
! When installing the lens, make sure that
the seal is positioned correctly.
XInstall lens ;.XTighten screws :.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
XG 55 AMG: secure the headlamp
protection grille ( Y page 100).
Backup lamp/rear fog lamp
Rear fog lamp (example)
XSwitch off the lights.XRemove screws :.XRemove lens ;.XTurn the bulb = counter-clockwise,
applying slight pressure, and remove it
from the bulb holder.XInsert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.XInstall lens ;.XTighten screws :.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes
GWarning!
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windows will not be wiped
properly. As a result, you may not be able to
observe surrounding traffic conditions and
could cause an accident.
! Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield/rear
window can scratch the glass if wiping
takes place when the windshield/rear
window is dry.
Windshield wipers101Lights and windshield wipersZ

If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
Combination switch
1III Continuous wipe, fast2II Continuous wipe, slow3I Intermittent wipe/rain sensor40 windshield wipers offAí Single wipe/ î To wipe the
windshield using washer fluidXTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.XTurn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windshield
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windshield wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could then damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather.
In the I position, the appropriate wiping
frequency is set automatically according to
the intensity of the rain.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted if you stop
and open a front door. This protects people
getting into and out of the vehicle from being
sprayed with water.
Intermittent wiping continues when all doors
are closed and:
R you shift the automatic transmission to
drive position D or reverse gear R
or
R you change the wipe setting on the
combination switch.
Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
:è Intermittent wipe;Indicator lamp=ô To wipe with washer fluid
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically if you shift the selector lever to
R while the windshield wipers are on.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.XTo switch on intermittent wiping: push
button :.
Indicator lamp ; lights up.XTo switch off intermittent wiping: push
button : again.
Indicator lamp ; goes out.XTo wipe with washer fluid: push button
= and hold it there until the rear window
is clean.
The rear window is wiped for a further five
seconds after the button is released.102Windshield wipersLights and windshield wipers