2013 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class windshield wipers

X
Hold lamp A.
X Lightly press bulb holder B, turn it
counter-clockwise to the stop and pull it
out. X
Take bulb C out of bulb holder B.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder B.
X Insert bulb holder B into lamp A and turn
it clockwise to the stop.
X Insert lamp A.
X Replace and tighten screws =.
X Position cover ;.
X Replace and tighten screws :.
Turn signals !
Make sure that the protective grille does
not hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
! Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens. Turn signal lamp with protection grille (AMG
vehicles)
X
Switch off the lights.
X AMG vehicles: pull protection grille : in
the direction of the arrow out of
mounting ;.
X Fold up protection grille :. Example: turn signal lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X Unscrew screws =.
X Remove lens ?. Example: turn signal lamp Replacing bulbs
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X
Turn bulb A counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Install lens ?.
X Replace and tighten screws =.
X AMG vehicles: fold down protection
grille : and allow it to engage in
mounting ;.
Side marker lamps !
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens. Front side marker lamp (example)
The bulbs of the front and rear side marker
lamps are changed in the same way.
X
Switch off the lights.
X Unscrew screws :.
X Remove housing ;. X
Remove dust cover =.
X Push the catch to the side and pull the bulb
holder with the bulb out of housing ;. X
Lightly press bulb ?, turn it counter-
clockwise and pull it out.
X Insert the new bulb and, applying slight
pressure,

turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Insert the bulb holder into housing ;.
X Attach dust cover =.
X Insert housing ;.
X Replace and tighten screws :. Changing the rear bulbs
G 55 AMG only: protective grille !
Make sure that the protective grille does
not hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork. Protection grille (AMG vehicles)
You must remove the protective grille before
you can change the bulbs in the tail lamps.112
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers

X
Unscrew screws ;.
X Swing protection grille : to the right.
X After changing the bulbs, swing protection
grille : to the left.
X Tighten screws ;.
Tail lamp !
When installing the lens, make sure that
the seal is positioned correctly.
! Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens. X
Switch off the lights.
X Unscrew screws :.
X Remove lens ;.=
Turn signals
? Brake/tail lamp
A Tail lamp/standing lamp X
Turn the bulb counterclockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder.
X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Install lens ;.
X Replace and tighten screws :.
X AMG vehicles: secure the protection grille
(Y page 112).
Backup lamp/rear fog lamp !
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens. Example: rear fog lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X Unscrew screws ;.
X Remove lens :. X
Turn bulb = counter-clockwise, applying
slight
pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages. Replacing bulbs
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X
Install lens :.
X Replace and tighten screws ;.Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
G
WARNING
The windshield will not longer be wiped
properly if the wiper blades are worn. This
could prevent you from observing the traffic
conditions, thereby causing an accident.
Replace
the wiper blades twice a year, ideally
in spring and fall.
! 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.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
! If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield/rear window after the
vehicle has been washed in an automatic
car wash, this may be due to wax or other
residue. Clean the windshield/rear window
with washer fluid after an automatic car
wash.
! 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. Combination switch
1
$ Windshield wipers off
2 Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)
3 Å
Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
4 ° Continuous wipe, slow
5 ¯ Continuous wipe, fast
B í Single wipe
C î To wipe with washer fluid
X Switch on the ignition.
X Turn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
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.
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically
according to the intensity of the rain. In
the Å position, the rain sensor is more
sensitive than in the Ä position, causing
the windshield wipers to wipe more
frequently. 114
Windshield wipers
Lights and windshield wipers

Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
Combination switch
:
è Switch
2 b To wipe with washer fluid
3 I To switch on intermittent wiping
4 0 To switch off intermittent wiping
5 b To wipe with washer fluid
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.
X Turn switch : on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When

the rear window wiper is switched on,
the icon appears in the instrument cluster.
i The rear window wiper comes on
automatically

if you shift the selector lever
to R while the windshield wipers are on. Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes G
WARNING
For safety reasons, switch off the wipers and
remove
the SmartKey from the starter switch
before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the
wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause
injury.
! To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
make sure that you touch only the wiper
arm of the wiper. !
Never
open the hood if a windshield wiper
arm has been folded away from the
windshield.
Never fold a windshield wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windshield/
rear window.
Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windshield wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windshield, the
windshield may be damaged by the force of
the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Removing the wiper blade :
Windshield wiper arm
; Wiper blade
= Locking spring
? Hinge piece
X Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X Fold wiper arm : away from the
windshield until it engages.
X Position wiper blade ; horizontally.
X Press locking spring =.
X Slide wiper blade ; with hinge piece ?
from wiper arm :. Windshield wipers
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Installing the wiper blade
:
Windshield wiper arm
; Wiper blade
= Locking spring
? Hinge piece
X Slide new wiper blade ; with the recess
onto wiper arm :.
X Engage locking spring = into the end of
the wiper arm.
X Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated
correctly.
X Fold wiper arm : back onto the
windshield. Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed Leaves or snow, for example, may be
obstructing the windshield wiper movement.
The wiper motor has been deactivated.
X
For safety reasons, you should remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the
combination switch.
X Have the windshield wipers checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.116
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X
Turn the SmartKey to position
2 (Y page 139) in the ignition lock.
X To activate: press the ¬ button.
The indicator lamp in the ¬ button lights
up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
R cooling with air dehumidification (only
with engine running)
R high airflow (depending on the outside
temperature)
R high temperature (depending on the
outside temperature)
R air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
R air-recirculation mode off
X To deactivate: press the ¬ button.
The
indicator lamp in the ¬ button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored. The cooling with air
dehumidification function remains on. Air-
recirculation mode remains deactivated.
or
X Press the à button.
The

indicator lamp in the ¬ button goes
out. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Turn controls : or B clockwise or
counter-clockwise ( Y page 119).
or
X Press the K or I button. Activating/deactivating MAX COOL
maximum cooling
The MAX COOL function is only available in
vehicles for the USA. MAX COOL is only operational when the
engine is running.
X
To activate: press the Ù button.
The indicator lamp in the button lights up.
X To activate: press off-road button Ù
again.
The

indicator lamp goes out. The previously
selected settings are restored.
When you activate MAX COOL, climate
control switches to the following functions:
R maximum cooling
R maximum airflow
R air-recirculation mode on Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside X
Activate the Á cooling with air
dehumidification function.
X Activate automatic mode Ã.
X If the windows continue to fog up, activate
the defrosting function

(Y page 131).
i You should only select this setting until
the windshield is clear again.
Windows fogged up on the outside X
Switch on the windshield wipers
(Y page 114).
X Press the _ button repeatedly until the
P or O symbol appears in the
display. 132
Operating the climate control systems
Climate control

Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient
clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats. G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage
of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with

limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving. G
WARNING
If the parking brake has not been fully
released
when driving, the parking brake can:
R overheat and cause a fire
R lose its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release
the parking brake fully before driving off.
! Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use
the engine's full performance until it has
reached operating temperature.
Only shift the automatic transmission to
the desired drive position when the vehicle
is stationary.
Where possible, avoid spinning the drive
wheels when pulling away on slippery
roads. You could otherwise damage the
drive train. !
Avoid high engine speeds when the
engine is cold. The engine's service life
could

otherwise be significantly shortened.
Do not use the engine's full performance
until it has reached operating temperature.
! AMG vehicles: at low engine oil
temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the
maximum engine speed is restricted in
order to protect the engine. To protect the
engine and maintain smooth engine
operation, avoid driving at full throttle when
the engine is cold. SmartKey positions
g
To remove the SmartKey
1 Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers
2 Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position
3 To start the engine
As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. If an indicator lamp does not go out after
starting the engine or lights up while driving,
see ( Y page 249).
If the SmartKey is in position 0 in the ignition
lock for an extended period of time, it can no
longer be turned in the ignition lock. The
steering is then locked. To unlock, remove the
SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock.
The steering is locked when you remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Driving
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Driving and parking Z