2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS SUV Owners Manual

design. The renewal interval in the
Maintenance Booklet is only valid if the
coolant is renewed or added to with
Mercedes-Benz approved products.
Therefore, only use MB 326.0 antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor or another Mercedes-Benz
approved product of the same specification.
Information on other products with the same
specifications that are approved by
Mercedes-Benz can be obtained at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the
Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
If the coolant level is too low, MB 325.0
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor should be
added. Have the engine cooling system
checked for possible leaks.
Capacity Model Capacity
G 550
Approx. 11.1 US qt
(10.5 l)
G 63 AMG
Approx. 14.6 US qt
(13.8 l)
Low-temperature
circuit:
approximately
3.1 US qt (2.9 l)
i
Use MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze. Washer fluid
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. If it comes into contact with hot
engine components or the exhaust system it
could ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate is spilled next to the filler neck. !
Only use washer fluid that is suitable for
plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or
MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid
could damage the plastic lenses of the
headlamps.
! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to
the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the
level sensor may be damaged.
! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The
spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
At temperatures above freezing:
X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture
of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g.
MB SummerFit.
X Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts
water.
At temperatures below freezing:
X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture
of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB
WinterFit.
Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside
temperature.
X Down to 14 ‡ (Ò10 †): mix 1 part MB
WinterFit to 2 parts water.
X Down to Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †): mix 1 part MB
WinterFit to 1 part water.
X Down to Ò20.2 ‡ (Ò29 †): mix 2 parts MB
WinterFit to 1 part water.
i Add washer fluid concentrate, e.g. MB
SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer
fluid all year round.
Filling capacities Model Capacity
All models (except
for AMG vehicles)
7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
AMG vehicles
3.6 US qt (3.4 l)Service products and filling capacities
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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
:
Upper-
edge
clearance 75 in -
78.9 in
(1905 mm - 2005 mm) ;
Lower-
edge
clearance 26.8 in -
30.7 in
(680 mm - 780 mm) =
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
t
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 264
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possible fording depth is less in flowing
water.
:
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 the Digital Operator's Manual.
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. : : ;
;
G 550
34° 29°
G 63 AMG
36° 31°
For further information about approach/
departure angles, see the Digital Operator's
Manual.
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 the Digital
Operator's Manual. Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
G
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
; 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
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