2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class warning light

"Fold in mirrors when locking" function in the
on-board computer (Y page 217).
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
1(Y page 139) in the ignition lock.
X Briefly press button 0043.
Folding the exterior mirrors in/out
automatically If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function
is activated in the on-board computer
(Y page 217):
R the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as
soon as you lock the vehicle from the
outside.
R the exterior mirrors fold out again
automatically as soon as you unlock the
vehicle and then open the driver's or front-
passenger door.
Exterior mirror pushed out of position X
Press button 0043repeatedly until you hear
the mirror engage in position.
The mirror housing is engaged again and
you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual
(Y page 93). Automatic anti-glare mirrors
G
WARNING
If incident light from headlamps is prevented
from striking the sensor in the rear-view
mirror, for instance, by luggage piled too high
in the vehicle, the mirror's automatic anti-
glare function will not operate.
Incident light could then blind you. This may
distract you from the traffic conditions and,
as a result, you may cause an accident.
The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror
on the driver's side automatically go into anti-
glare mode if:
R the ignition is switched on and
R incident light from headlamps strikes the
sensor in the rear-view mirror. i
The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode
if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior
lighting is switched on. Parking position for the exterior
mirror on the front-passenger side
Setting/storing the parking position Using reverse gear
0043
Left-hand exterior mirror
0044 Right-hand exterior mirror
0087 Adjustment button
0085 Memory button
You can position the front-passenger side
exterior mirror in such a way that you can see
the rear wheel on that side as soon as you
engage reverse gear. You can store this
position.
X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and
that the SmartKey is in position
2(Y page 139) in the ignition lock.
X Press button 0044for the exterior mirror on
the front-passenger side.
X Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the preset parking position.
X Use adjustment button 0087to adjust the
exterior mirror to a position that allows you
to see the rear wheel and the curb.
The parking position is stored.
i If you shift the transmission to another
position, the exterior mirror on the front- 94
MirrorsSeats, steering wheel and
mirrors

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 24).Exterior lighting
Important safety notes
For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you drive with the lights
switched on even during the daytime. In some
countries, operation of the headlamps varies
due to legal requirements and self-imposed
obligations. Driving abroad
Conversion to symmetrical low beam Switch the headlamps to symmetrical low
beam in countries in which traffic drives on
the opposite side of the road from the country
where the vehicle is registered. This prevents
glare to oncoming traffic. When using
symmetrical lights, the edge of the road is not
lit as widely and as far ahead as normal.
Have the headlamps converted at a qualified
specialist workshop as close to the border as
possible before driving in these countries.
Conversion to asymmetrical low beam
after returning Have the headlamps converted back to
asymmetrical low-beam headlamps at a
qualified specialist workshop as soon as
possible after crossing the border again. Light switch
Operation !
Switch off the parking lamps and low-
beam headlamps when you leave the
vehicle. This prevents the battery from
discharging.
! If the battery has been excessively
discharged, the parking lamps or standing
lamps are automatically switched off to
enable the next engine start. Always park
your vehicle safely and sufficiently lit
according to legal standards. Avoid the
continuous use of the 0060parking lamps
for several hours. If possible, switch on the
0064 right or the 0063left standing lamp. 00470063
Left-hand standing lamps
00480064 Right-hand standing lamps
00490060 Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
004A0058 Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
X Turn the light switch to 0058.
The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and
the high-beam flasher are operated using the
combination switch (Y page 103).98
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Daytime running lamps in the USA
00470063
Left-hand standing lamps
00480064 Right-hand standing lamps
00490060 Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
004A0058 Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are
deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
X To activate the daytime running
lamps: activate the daytime running lamps
function in the on-board computer
(Y page 215).
X Turn the light switch to 0058.
With the engine running: depending on the
ambient light, the daytime running lamps or
the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the 0058indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to 0060or0058, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Automatic headlamp mode G
WARNING
If the light switch is set to 0058and it is foggy,
snowing or there is poor visibility, the low-
beam headlamps will not come on
automatically. This could endanger you and others. In such situations turn the light switch
to
0058.
The automatic headlamp feature is only an
aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's
lighting at all times. 00470063
Left-hand standing lamps
00480064 Right-hand standing lamps
00490060 Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
004A0058 Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
X To switch on automatic headlamp
mode: turn the light switch to 0058.
SmartKey in position 1in the ignition lock:
the parking lamps are switched on or off
automatically depending on the brightness
of the ambient light.
With the engine running: if you have
activated the daytime running lamps
function in the on-board computer, the
daytime running lamps or the low-beam
headlamps are switched on or off
automatically depending on the brightness
of the ambient light.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the 0058indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up. 100
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Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
G
WARNING
If you suspect that driving conditions will be
foggy, turn the light switch to 0058before you
start your journey. Your vehicle may
otherwise not be visible and you could
endanger yourself and others. 00470063
Left-hand standing lamps
00480064 Right-hand standing lamps
00490060 Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
004A0058 Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
0084005A Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
006B005E Rear fog lamp
X To switch on the fog lamps: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2
or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to 0060,0058or
0058. X
Press the 005Abutton.
The green 005Aindicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
X To switch off the front fog lamps: press
the 005A button.
The green 005Aindicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Only vehicles with front fog lamps have the
fog lamps function. Rear fog lamp
00470063
Left-hand standing lamps
00480064 Right-hand standing lamps
00490060 Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
004A0058 Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
004B0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
0084005A Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
006B005E Rear fog lamp Exterior lighting
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High-beam flasher
0043
High-beam headlamps
0044 Turn signal, right
0087 High-beam flasher
0085 Turn signal, left
X To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the
ignition lock to position 1or 2or start the
engine.
X Pull the combination switch briefly in the
direction of arrow 0087.Hazard warning lamps
X
To switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button 0043.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on
a turn signal using the combination switch,
only the turn signal lamp on the
corresponding side of the vehicle will flash.
X To switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button 0043. The hazard warning lamps automatically
switch on if:
R
an air bag is deployed
R the Emergency Tensioning Devices are
triggered, or
R the vehicle is slowed down rapidly from a
speed of over 45 mph (70 km/h) and
comes to a halt
The hazard warning lamps switch on
automatically if an air bag or the Emergency
Tensioning Devices are triggered and the
SmartKey is in position 1in the ignition lock.
The hazard warning lamps switch off
automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed
of over 6mph (10km/h) again after a full
brake application.
i The hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off. Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the
illumination of the road over a wide angle in
the direction you are turning, enabling better
visibility in tight bends, for example. The
cornering light function can only be activated
if the low-beam headlamps are switched on
and the fog lamps are switched off.
Active:
if you are driving at speeds below
25 mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn
signal or turn the steering wheel
Not active: if you are driving at speeds above
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X
To switch on: press the004Asymbol on
rocker switch 0084.
X To switch off: set rocker switch 0084to the
center position.
Reading lamps Front overhead control panel
0043
003D Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
0044 004A Switches the front interior lighting
on
0087 0041 Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
0085 0033 Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
0083 003D Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
0084 Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X To activate/deactivate: press the003D
button.
Cargo compartment lamp G
WARNING
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. G
WARNING
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.
! Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. The battery may otherwise
discharge.
! Do not close the rear door while lock 0043
is engaged at the bottom. Otherwise, you
could damage lock 0043. Front overhead control panel
0043
003D Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
0044 004A Switches the front interior lighting
on
0087 0041 Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
0085 0033 Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
0083 003D Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
0084 Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X To switch on/off: press the0041button.
i If you open the rear door, the cargo
compartment lamp comes on. You will then
be unable to switch it off using the 0041
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. Interior lighting
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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:
R Additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
R High-mounted brake lamp
R High-beam/low-beam headlamps (Xenon
bulbs)
R Daytime running lamps
R Parking lamps/standing lamps
R License plate lamp
i Individual segments of the license plate
lamp LEDs may fail without a display
message appearing in the multifunction
display. Regularly check the license plate
lamp. If necessary, visit a qualified
specialist workshop.
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 lamps/standing lamps
R Backup lamp
R Rear fog lamp
R Side marker lamps G
WARNING
Bulbs and lamps can become very hot. For
this reason, allow them to cool down before
changing them. Otherwise, you could burn
yourself when you touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could, for example, damage
the bulbs and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may explode and injure you.
Halogen bulbs are pressurized and could
explode when you change them, especially if
they are very hot. You should therefore wear eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
Other bulbs
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed (Y page 109). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed 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. Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
Front bulbs You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
0043
Turn signal lamp: 1156 NA
0044 Side marker lamp: T 4 W
0087 Cornering light function with fog lamp
function: H11 55 W (except AMG vehicles) Replacing bulbs
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X
Install lens 0043.
X Replace and tighten screws 0044.Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off G
WARNING
The windshield will no 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
0047
003F Windshield wipers off
0048 0062 Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)
0049 0063 Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
004A 00AA Continuous wipe, slow
004B 00A9 Continuous wipe, fast
0084 00D3 Single wipe
006B 00D4 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 Dor reverse gear R
or
R you change the wipe setting on the
combination switch.
In the 0062or0063 position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically
according to the intensity of the rain. In
the 0063 position, the rain sensor is more
sensitive than in the 0062position, causing
the windshield wipers to wipe more
frequently. 114
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