2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class transmission oil

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

Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 284
Additives ........................................ 347
Checking the oil level ..................... 283
Display message ............................ 231
Filling capacity ............................... 347
Notes about oil grades ................... 346
Temperature (on-board computer) .217
Viscosity ........................................ 347
Environmental protection
Note ................................................ .20
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...218
Deactivating/activating ...................63
Display message ............................ 221
Function/notes ................................ 62
Important safety information ...........62
Trailer stabilization ........................... 64
Warning lamp ................................. 247
Exhaust check ................................... 159
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 292
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 93
Dipping (automatic) .........................94
Folding in/out (automatically). ........94
Folding in/out (electrically). ............93
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 217
Out of position (troubleshooting) .....94
Setting ............................................. 93
Storing settings (memory function) .. 95
Storing the parking position ............. 94 F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 296
Flat tire Preparing the vehicle .....................298
Floormats ........................................... 278
Fog lamps Switching on/off ........................... 101Folding the seat backrest (rear)
forwards/back
.................................. 259
Front fog lamp (display message) ...228
Front fog lamps Switching on/off ........................... 101
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 346
Consumption statistics ..................208
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 209
Displaying the range ......................209
Fuel gauge ..................................... 205
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 344
Important safety notes ..................344
Notes about consumption .............346
Notes for AMG vehicles .................345
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline .344
Problem (malfunction) ...................156
Refueling ........................................ 153
Tank content/reserve fuel .............344
Fuel/water separator
Service .......................................... .287
Fuel consumption
Notes ............................................. 159
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................155
Opening/closing ............................ 154
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 209
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 344
Problem (malfunction) ...................156
Fuse allocation chart ........................309
Fuse box Battery case ................................... 310
Dashboard ..................................... 309
Front-passenger footwell ...............309
Transmission tunnel ....................... 310
Fuse extractor ................................... 309
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 309
Before changing ............................. 309
Dashboard fuse box .......................309
Fuse allocation chart .....................309
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 309 Index
9

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. Key positions
005A
To remove the SmartKey
0047 Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers
0048 Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position
0049 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 244).
If the SmartKey is in position 0in 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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Never activate the LOW off-road gear while
driving on a slippery road surface.
Drive particularly carefully on slippery road
surfaces. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering
and braking maneuvers. Do not use cruise
control.
If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be
stopped when moving at low speed:
X Shift the transmission to position N.
X Try to bring the vehicle under control using
corrective steering.
i For more information on driving with
snow chains, see (Y page 315).Off-road driving
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Do not load items on the basic carrier bars. It
may cause instability during some maneuvers
which could result in an accident.
Drive slowly in unknown terrain. This will
make it easier to recognize unexpected
obstacles and avoid damage to the vehicle.
To help avoid the vehicle rolling over, never
turn it around on steep inclines. If the vehicle
cannot complete the attempted climb, back it
down in reverse gear.
Do not drive along the side of a slope. The
vehicle might otherwise rollover. If in doing so
the vehicle begins to show a tendency to roll,
immediately steer into a line of gravity
(straight up or downhill).
Never let the vehicle roll backwards in idle.
You may lose control of the vehicle if you use
only the service brake. For information on
driving downhill, see "Driving downhill".
When driving off-road, sand, mud and water,
possibly mixed with oil, for example, could get
into the brakes. This could result in a reduced
braking effect or in total brake failure and also
in increased wear and tear. The braking
characteristics change depending on the material ingressing the brakes. Clean the
brakes after driving off-road. If you detect a
reduced braking effect or grinding noises,
have the brake system checked in a qualified
specialist workshop as soon as possible.
Adapt your driving style to the different
braking characteristics.
Driving off-road increases the likelihood of
damage to the vehicle, which, in turn, can lead
to failure of the mechanical assembly or
systems. Adapt your driving style to suit the
terrain conditions. Drive carefully. Have
damage to the vehicle rectified immediately
at a qualified specialist workshop.
General notes H
Environmental note
Protection of the environment is of primary
importance. Treat nature with respect.
Observe all prohibiting signs.
Read this section carefully before driving your
vehicle off-road. Practice by driving over more
gentle off-road terrain first.
Familiarize yourself with the characteristics
of your vehicle and the gear shift operation
before driving through difficult terrain.
The following driving systems are specially
adapted to off-road driving:
R 4ETS (Y page 62)
R Transfer case (Y page 193)
R Differential locks (Y page 195)
Observe the following notes:
R stop your vehicle and, if necessary, shift the
transfer case to LOW
RANGE(Y page 194) before driving off-
road.
R AMG vehicles: to shift the transfer case to
LOW RANGE, deactivate the ECO start/
stop function (Y page 142).
R engage the differential locks, if necessary
(Y page 196).
i ABS, 4ETS, ESP ®
and BAS are deactivated
when the differential locks are activated. 164
Driving tipsDriving and parking

This allows the front wheels to lock briefly,
so that these can dig into a loose surface.
However, please note that locked wheels
skid and can no longer steer.
R Check that items of luggage and loads are
stowed safely and are well secured
(Y page 261).
R To avoid damaging the vehicle, make sure
there is always sufficient ground clearance.
R Always keep the engine running and in gear
when driving on a downhill gradient.
R Always keep the engine running and in gear
when driving on a slope.
R Drive slowly and evenly, if necessary at a
walking pace.
R Ensure that the wheels are in contact with
the ground at all times.
R Drive with extreme care on unfamiliar off-
road routes where visibility is poor. For
safety reasons, get out of the vehicle first
and survey the off-road route.
R Check the depth of water before fording
rivers and streams.
R When fording, do not stop and do not
switch off the engine.
R Look out for obstacles, such as rocks,
holes, tree stumps and furrows.
R Always keep the doors, rear door, side
windows and the sliding sunroof closed
while the vehicle is in motion.
R Switch off cruise control.
R Do not stray from marked routes or paths.
R Adapt your speed to the terrain. The
rougher, steeper or more ruts on the
terrain, the slower your speed should be.
R Drive slowly and at an even speed through
the water. Ensure that a bow wave does not
form as you drive.
R On sand, drive quickly to overcome the
rolling resistance. Otherwise the vehicle's
wheels could become stuck in loose
ground.
R Do not jump with the vehicle as this will
interrupt the vehicle's propulsion. R
Avoid high engine speeds. Drive at
appropriate engine speeds (maximum
3,000 rpm).
R Do not shift the automatic transmission to
transmission position N.
R Always check the vehicle for damage after
off-road driving.
i Information about retrofitting special all-
terrain tires is available from any qualified
specialist workshop.
i Do not use the HOLD function when
driving off-road, on steep uphill or downhill
gradients or on slippery or loose surfaces.
The HOLD function cannot hold the vehicle
on such surfaces.
Checklist before driving off-road !
If the engine oil warning lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in motion, stop the
vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible.
Check the engine oil level. The engine oil
warning lamp warning must not be ignored.
Continuing the journey while the symbol is
displayed could lead to engine damage.
X Engine oil level: check the engine oil level
and add oil if necessary.
Only then does the engine receive enough
oil when the vehicle is standing on a steep
incline.
X Tire-changing tool kit: check that the jack
is working and make sure you have the lug
wrench, a robust tow cable and a folding
spade in the vehicle.
X Wheels and tires: check the tire tread
depth and tire pressure.
X Check for damage and remove any foreign
objects, e.g. small stones, from the
wheels/tires.
X Replace any missing valve caps.
X Replace dented or damaged wheels.
X Carry a sound spare wheel. Driving tips
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
0043
VIN (stamped into the chassis on the
right-hand side, when viewed in the
direction of travel) 0043
VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
The VIN can be found in the following
locations:
R on the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 342)
R stamped into the chassis on the right-hand
side (when viewed in the direction of travel)
R on the lower edge of the windshield Engine number
Example: G 550
0043
Plate with information on emissions
testing, including the confirmation of the
emission standards at U.S. federal level
as well as for California
0044 Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase) Service products and filling
capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and
hazardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
R Fuels
R Lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R Coolant
R Brake fluid Service products and filling capacities
343Technical data Z