2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class ABS

1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 265
12 V socket ........................................ 265
4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Function/notes ................................ 62
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 189A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 221
Function/notes ................................ 61
Important safety notes ....................61
Warning lamp ................................. 245
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 213
Display message ............................ 235
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 64
Adaptive brake lamps .........................62
Additives (engine oil) ........................347
Air bags Display message ............................ 226
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Important safety notes ....................40
PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF- indicator lamp ..........................44
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Window curtain air bag ....................43
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air vents
Important safety notes ..................134
Rear ............................................... 136
Setting ........................................... 134
Setting the center air vents ...........135
Setting the side air vents ...............135
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
All-wheel drive
Transfer case ................................. 193
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....217
Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle ..............167
Ashtray ............................................... 263
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 213
ASSYST service interval display Service messages ..........................286
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................65
Function .......................................... .65
Switching off the alarm ....................65
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 229
see Lights
Automatic car wash ..........................288
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 143
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) ..........................142
Automatic headlamp mode ..............100
Automatic transmission Automatic drive program ...............150
Display message ............................ 240
Drive position (ECO start/stop
function) ........................................ 147
Driving tips .................................... 149
Emergency running mode ..............153
Engaging drive position .................. 147
Engaging neutral ............................ 147
Engaging reverse gear ...................146
Engaging the park position ............146
Important safety notes ..................145
Kickdown ....................................... 149
Manual drive program ....................151
Neutral (ECO start/stop function) .147
Overview ........................................ 145
Problem (malfunction) ...................153
Program selector button ................149
Pulling away ................................... 140
Selector lever ................................ 145
Shift ranges ................................... 150
Steering wheel paddle shifters ......150 4
Index

Trailer towing
................................. 149
Transmission position displa y........ 146
Automatic transmission
emergency mode ............................... 153
Axle load, permissible (trailer
towing) ............................................... 352B
Backup lamp Changing bulbs .............................. 113
BAS (Brake Assist System) .................61
Battery Checking (SmartKey) .......................70
Important safety guidelines
(SmartKey) ....................................... 70
Replacing (SmartKey) ......................71
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 301
Display message ............................ 231
Important safety notes ..................299
Jump starting ................................. 303
Overview ........................................ 299
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating .................213
Display message ............................ 235
Notes/function .............................. 186
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 224
Notes ............................................. 347
Brake fluid level ................................ 286
Brake lamps Adaptive .......................................... .62
Display message ............................ 227
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 61
BAS .................................................. 61
Brake fluid (notes) .........................347
Display message ............................ 221
High-performance brake system ....161
Important safety notes ..................159
Maintenance .................................. 160
Parking brake ................................ 157
Riding tips ...................................... 159
Warning lamp ................................. 244
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away Brush guard
....................................... 274
Bulbs Backup lamp .................................. 113
Brake lamp .................................... 113
Cornering light function .................110
Fog lamps ...................................... 110
Rear fog lamp ................................ 113
Tail lamp ........................................ 113
see Replacing bulbs C
California Important notice for retail
customers and lessees ....................22
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Care
Carpets .......................................... 294
Car wash ........................................ 288
Chrome parts ................................. 292
Display ........................................... 292
Gear or selector lever ....................292
Headlamps ..................................... 291
Interior ........................................... 292
Matte finish ................................... 290
Notes ............................................. 288
Paint .............................................. 289
Plastic trim .................................... 292
Power washer ................................ 289
Rear view camera .......................... 291
Roof lining ...................................... 294
Seat belt ........................................ 294
Seat covers .................................... 293
Sensors ......................................... 291
Steering wheel ............................... 292
Tail pipes ....................................... 292
Trim strips ..................................... 293
Washing by hand ........................... 289
Wheels ........................................... 289
Windows ........................................ 290
Wiper blades .................................. 291
Wooden trim .................................. 293
Cargo compartment cover
Installing/removing .......................261
Notes/how to use .........................261
Opening and closing ......................261
Overview ........................................ 261 Index
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Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads ..................162
Driving safety systems 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ...62
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......61
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 64
Adaptive brake lamps ......................62
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............61
Electronic brake force distribution ...64
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) .62
Important safety information ...........60
Overview .......................................... 60
Driving system
Variable SPEEDTRONIC .................174
Driving systems
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 185
Cruise control ................................ 168
Display message ............................ 233
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 176
HOLD function ............................... 188
PARKTRONIC ................................. 189
Rear view camera .......................... 192
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 174
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................149
Brakes ........................................... 159
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 184
Downhill gradient ........................... 160
Driving abroad ................................. 98
Driving in winter ............................ .163
Driving on flooded roads ................162
Driving on sand .............................. 166
Driving over obstacles ...................167
General .......................................... 158
Gravel road s.................................. 166
Hydroplaning ................................. 162
Icy road surfaces ........................... 163
Off-road driving .............................. 164
Off-road fording ............................. 162
Snow chains .................................. 315
Symmetrical low bea m.................... 98
Tire ruts ......................................... 166
Towing a trailer .............................. 198
Traveling uphill ............................... 167
Wet road surface ........................... 160
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) .....211 DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) .....212 E
EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating .................216
Function/notes ................................ 92
EASY-EXIT feature
Function/notes ................................ 92
Switching on/off ........................... 216
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 223
Function/notes ................................ 64
ECO start/stop function
Deactivating/activating .................142
General information .......................141
Electrical fuses
Fuse box in the cargo
compartment ................................. 310
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency call
see mbrace
Emergency locking
Vehicle ............................................. 75
Emergency release
Vehicle ............................................. 75
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .53
Safety guideline s............................. 39
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 251
Display message ............................ 229
ECO start/stop function ................141
Engine number ............................... 343
Irregular running ............................ 144
Jump-starting ................................. 303
Starting problems ..........................144
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 140
Switching off .................................. 157
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 308
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................1448
Index

Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 263
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............212
Mounting wheels
Mounting a new wheel ...................337
Raising the vehicle .........................336
Removing a wheel ..........................337
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 336
MP3
Operation ....................................... 211
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 207
Permanent displa y......................... 215
Multifunction steering wheel
Back button ................................... 207
Operating the on-board computer .206
Overview .......................................... 31N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............209
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ........................................ .47
Resetting after being triggered ........48
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 138O
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle .....................54
Important safety notes ....................38
Off-road
Differential locks ............................ 195
Off-road ABS .................................... 61
Off-road driving
Checklist ........................................ 165
Driving on sand .............................. 166
Important safety notes ..................164
Traveling uphill ............................... 167 Off-road fording
................................. 162
Off-road system 4MATIC .......................................... 189
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 217
Assistance menu ........................... 213
Audio menu ................................... 211
Convenience submenu ..................216
Display messages ..........................220
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 182
Factory settings submenu .............217
Important safety notes ..................204
Instrument cluster submenu ..........214
Lighting submenu .......................... 215
Menu overview .............................. 208
Message memory .......................... 220
Navigation menu ............................ 209
Operation ....................................... 206
RACETIMER ................................... 218
Service menu ................................. 214
Settings menu ............................... 214
Standard displa y............................ 208
Telephone menu ............................ 212
Trip menu ...................................... 208
Vehicle submenu ........................... 216
Video DVD operation .....................212
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................24
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ...........206
Overhead control panel ......................34
Override feature Rear side windows ...........................60 P
Paint code number ............................342
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ...289
Panic alarm .......................................... 38
Parcel net ........................................... 258
Parking ............................................... 156
Engaging park position ..................14612
Index

Switching off the off-road gear
ratio
............................................... 194
Switching on the off-road gear
ratio ............................................... 194
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission positions ....................148
Transporting the vehicle ..................307
Traveling uphill Brow of hill ..................................... 168
Trip computer (on-board computer) 208
Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 208
Resetting (on-board computer) ......209
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ...................111
Display message ............................ 227
Switching on/off ........................... 103
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating)
(definition) ......................................... 334
Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................75
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 74V
Vanity mirror Sun visor ........................................ 263
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
Function/notes ............................. 174
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 24
Data acquisition ............................... 25
Display message ............................ 240
Emergency locking ........................... 75
Emergency unlocking .......................75
Equipment ....................................... 21
Individual settings ..........................214
Limited Warranty ............................. 25
Loading .......................................... 322
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 68
Lowering ........................................ 338Maintenance
.................................... 22
Parking for a long period ................ 158
Pulling away ................................... 140
Raising ........................................... 336
Reporting problems .........................24
Securing from rolling away ............336
Towing away .................................. 305
Tow-starting ................................... 305
Transporting .................................. 307
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................68
Vehicle data ................................... 350
Vehicle data ....................................... 350
Vehicle data (off-road driving) Approach/departure angl e............ 351
Fording depth ................................ 350
Maximum gradient climbing ability 351
Vehicle dimensions ...........................350
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............342
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 296
Ventilation Setting the airflow .........................131
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 212
VIN ...................................................... 342 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 245
Brakes ........................................... 244
Check Engine ................................. 251
Coolant .......................................... 251
Cruise control ................................ 169
Distance warning ........................... 253
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 253
ESP ®
.............................................. 247
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 248
Fuel tank ........................................ 251
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ..................178
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC )......... 175
Overview .................................. 30, 242
Parking brake ................................ 250
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ...............44
Reserve fuel ................................... 251
Seat belt ........................................ 24318
Index

Warning and indicator lamps
Function Page
0043
0058
Low-beam
headlamps 99
0044
00E5
ESP® 247
0087
0057
High-beam
headlamps 103
0085
004D
Brakes (yellow) 244
0083
00BA
Distance warning 253
0084
003E003D
Turn signals 103
006B
0077
Tire pressure monitor 254
006C
0075
SRS 250
006D
00E9
Seat belt 243 Function Page
006E
00AC
Coolant 251
006F
005E
Rear fog lamp 101
0070
005B
Front fog lamps 101
0071
00B9
Check Engine 251
0072
00B6
Reserve fuel 251
0073
00BB
ESP®
OFF 247
0074
0025
ABS 245
0075
Brakes (red)
0027
(USA only) 004D
(Canada only) 24430
Instrument clusterAt a glance

Override feature for the rear side
windows
G
WARNING
When children ride on the vehicle's rear seats,
activate the override switch. Otherwise, the
children could be injured, e.g. by trapping
themselves in the rear side window. X
To activate/deactivate: press button0043.
If indicator lamp 0044is lit, operation of the
rear side windows is disabled. Operation is
only possible using the switches in the
driver's door. If indicator lamp 0044is off,
operation is possible using the switches in
the rear compartment. Driving safety systems
Overview of driving safety systems
In this section, you will find information about
the following driving safety systems:
R ABS (Anti-lock BrakingSystem)
(Y page 61)
R BAS (Brake AssistSystem) (Y page 61)
R Adaptive brake lights (Y page 62)
R ESP ®
(Electronic StabilityProgram)
(Y page 62)
R EBD ( Electronic Brake force Distribution)
(Y page 64)
R ADAPTIVE BRAKE (Y page 64)
R Trailer stabilization Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP ®
switch off
when the differential locks are switched on.
When the ABS, the BAS, and the ESP ®
are
switched off
R wheels may lock during hard braking
R steering capabilities are reduced
R braking distance is increased
R vehicle stability in standard driving
maneuvers is increased
Make sure the differential locks are switched
on at all times except when driving off-road
for example. Switch on the differential locks
immediately when returning from off-road
driving.
If you fail to adapt your driving style or
become distracted, the driving safety
systems can neither reduce the risk of
accident nor override the laws of physics.
Driving safety systems are merely aids
designed to assist driving. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed and for braking in
good time. Always adapt your driving style to
suit the prevailing road and weather
conditions and maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.
i Please note that the driving safety
systems described only work as effectively
as possible if there is adequate contact
between the tires and the road surface. Pay
particular attention to the information
regarding tires, recommended minimum
tire tread depths etc. in the "Wheels and
tires" section (Y page 312).
In wintry driving conditions, always use
winter tires (M+S tires) and if necessary,
snow chains. Only in this way will the
driving safety systems described in this
section work as effectively as possible. 60
Driving safety systemsSafety

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 60). G
WARNING
If the ABS malfunctions, other driving systems
such as the BAS or the ESP ®
are also switched
off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that
may come on as well as messages in the
multifunction display that may appear.
If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing the steering
capability and extending the braking distance. G
WARNING
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired.
Additionally, further driving safety systems
are deactivated. There is an increased danger
of skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle when braking.
Provided that the differential locks are not
active, ABS works from a speed of about
5 mph (8 km/h) upwards, regardless of road-
surface conditions. ABS works on slippery
surfaces, even if you only brake gently.
The yellow 0025ABS warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition
is switched on. It goes out when the engine is
running.
Braking If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsing in the brake pedal. X
If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal vigorously until the braking
situation is over.
X To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions, and
functions as a reminder to take extra care
while driving.
Off-road ABS If the
LOW RANGE shift range is selected by
the transfer case, (Y page 194), an ABS
system specifically suited to off-road terrain
is automatically activated.
At speeds below 37 mph (60 km/h), the front
wheels lock cyclically during braking. The
digging-in effect achieved in the process
reduces the stopping distance on off-road
terrain. This limits steering capability. BAS (Brake Assist System)
i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 60). G
WARNING
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased. There is a risk of an accident.
In an emergency braking situation, depress
the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents
the wheels from locking.
BAS operates in emergency braking
situations. If you depress the brake pedal
quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking
force, thus shortening the stopping distance.
X Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until
the emergency braking situation is over.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will function as usual once you
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. Driving safety systems
61Safety Z