2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class trailer

Useful information
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Identification plates .........................342
Service products and filling capaci-
ties ..................................................... 343
Vehicle data ...................................... 350
Vehicle data for off-road driving .....350
Trailer tow hitch ................................ 351 341Technical data

Additives
!
Do not refuel with low-grade fuel and do
not use fuel additives that are not tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel
system may otherwise occur.
One of the main problems of poor fuel quality
is the forming of deposits that are created
during the gasoline combustion process.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
branded fuels that have additives.
If you use fuels without these additives over
a longer period of time, carbon deposits may
build up. These deposits form at the inlet
valves and in the combustion chamber in
particular.
This could lead to engine problems, e.g.:
R longer engine warm-up phase
R uneven idle
R engine noise
R misfiring
R loss of power
Carbon deposits may form if the availability
of gasoline with relevant additives is
insufficient (in certain regions). In this case,
Mercedes-Benz recommends additives
approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles;
see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
For a list of approved products, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Comply
with the instructions for use on the product
label.
Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel. This
causes unnecessary costs and could damage
the engine.
Notes on fuel consumption H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which
scientists believe to be principally responsible
for global warming (the greenhouse effect).
Your vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly
related to fuel consumption and therefore
depend on: R
efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as
environmental influences, road conditions
or traffic flow
You can minimize your vehicle's CO 2
emissions by driving carefully and having it
serviced regularly.
The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:
R at very low outside temperatures
R in city traffic
R on short journeys
R in mountainous terrain
R when towing a trailer Engine oil
General notes !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer replacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. For this reason, only use
engine oils and oil filters that are approved for
vehicles with a service system.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or go to the Internet site
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com (USA
only).
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. 346
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Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
R the heights specified may vary as a result
of:
- tires
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
R the vehicle length specified includes the
front license plate adapter. Dimensions and weights
The missing values for the following model
were not available at the time of going to
print:
R G 63 AMG G 550 G 63 AMG
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Upper-
edge
clearance 75 in -
78.9 in
(1905 mm - 2005 mm) 0044
Lower-
edge
clearance 26.8 in -
30.7 in
(680 mm - 780 mm) 0087
Range of
movement 36.7 in
(931 mm) The missing values for the following model
were not available at the time of going to
print:
R G 63 AMG G 550
Vehicle length
183.5 in
(4662 mm) Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors
80.9 in
(2055 mm) Maximum vehicle height
76.8 in
(1951 mm) Wheelbase
112.2 in
(2850 mm) Minimum ground
clearance
8.1 in
(205 mm) Turning radius
44.6 ft
(13.60 m) Gross vehicle weigh
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rating (GVWR) 7054.8 lb
(3200 kg) Gross axle weight rating
(GAWR), front 3196.7 lb
(1450 kg) Gross axle weight rating
(GAWR), rear 4188.8 lb
(1900 kg) i
The GVWR is the maximum permissible
gross vehicle weight. Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW) is the vehicle weight including fuel,
service products, spare wheel, accessories
installed, load and, if applicable, trailer
drawbar load. The GVW must never exceed
the GVWR.
i The GAWR is the maximum permissible
axle weight. Vehicle data for off-road driving
Fording depth
! The depth of water must not exceed the
value specified in the table. Note that the 350
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possible fording depth is less in flowing
water.
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Fording depth, 24 in (60 cm)
The table shows the fording depth when the
vehicle is loaded and ready to drive. Fording depth 24 in (60 cm)
For more information about off-road fording,
see (Y
page 162). Approach/departure angle
G
WARNING
If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or
turn when driving on an incline, the vehicle
could slip sideways, tip and rollover. There is
a risk of an accident.
Always drive on a steep incline in the line of
fall (straight up or down) and do not turn the
vehicle. For vehicles with steel springs, loaded and
ready to drive means: a full tank, all fluids
refilled and the driver is in the vehicle. 0043 0043 0044
0044
G 550
34° 29°
G 63 AMG
36° 31°
For further information about approach/
departure angles, see (
Ypage 167). Maximum gradient-climbing
capability
On good road surfaces the maximum
gradient-climbing capability of your vehicle is
100%, which corresponds to an approach/
departure angle of 45°. Note that the
climbing ability of your vehicle depends on
the terrain conditions.
For further information about the maximum
gradient climbing ability, see (Y page 168). Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
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WARNING
Only have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted at a
qualified specialist workshop.
! If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
changes to the engine cooling system may
be necessary, depending on the vehicle
type.
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
observe the anchorage points on the
chassis frame.
For trailer tow hitches installed at the factory,
the overhang dimension is 990.5 mm. Trailer tow hitch
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Anchorage points
0044 Overhang dimension
For trailer tow hitches installed at the factory,
the overhang dimension including protective
covering is 35.2 in (895 mm). Trailer loads
G 550
G 63 AMG
Permissible trailer load,
unbraked
1653 lbs
(750 kg) Permissible trailer load,
braked (at a minimum
gradient-climbing
capability of 12% from a
standstill)
7000 lbs
(3175 kg) Permissible rear axle
load when towing a
trailer (the drawbar
noseweight is not
included in the towing
weight)
4188 lbs
(1900 kg) Trailer drawbar noseweight
Number
of
people
150 lbs
(68 kg)
each Seat
occupa
ncy Trunk
load Maximu
m
drawbar
nosewei
ght
2 Front
seats 220 lbs
(100 kg) 562 lbs
(255 kg) 3 2 front
seats
1 rear seat 176 lbs
(80 kg) 562 lbs
(255 kg) 4 2 front
seats
2 Rear seats 132 lbs
(60 kg) 456 lbs
(207 kg) 5 2 front
seats
3 rear seats 0 lbs
(0 kg) 423 lbs
(192 kg) Ball position
Ball position of the ball coupling
When choosing a ball coupling, the
dimensions stated in the illustration must not
be exceeded.352
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