2017 MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class technical

Pelvis air bags:deploy below next to the outer
seat cushions.
When activated, the pelvis air bag increases the
level of protection for vehicle occupantsont he
side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs.
The pelvis air bag is deployed on the side of the
impact.
Window curtain air bags
Window curtain air bags :are integrated into
the side of the roof frame and deployed in the
area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
When deployed, the window curtain air bag
enhances the level of protection for the head.
However, it does not protec tthe chest or arms.
In the event of aside impact, the window curtain
air bag is deployed on the side on which the
impact occurs.
If the system determines that they can offer
additional protection to that provided by the
seat belt, awindow curtain air bag may be
deployed in other accident situations
(
Ypage 46).
Deployment of Emergency Tensioning
Devicesa nd air bags
Important safety notes
GWARNING
The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has
been deployed. There is arisk of injury.
Do not touch the air bag parts. Have a
deployed air bag replaced at aqualified spe-
cialist workshop as soon as possible.
GWARNING
Ad eployed air bag no longer offers any pro-
tection and cannot provide the intended pro-
tection in an accident .There is an increased
risk of injury.
Have the vehicle towed to aqualified special-
ist workshop in order to have adeployed air
bag replaced.
It is importan tfor your safety and that of your
passenger to have deployed air bags replaced
and to have any malfunctioning air bags
repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags
continue to perform their protective function for
the vehicle occupantsint he event ofacrash.
GWARNING
Emergency TensioningD evices that have
deployed pyrotechnically are no longer opera-
tional and are unable to perform their inten-
ded protective function. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Have pyrotechnically triggered Emergency
TensioningD evices replaced immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop.
If Emergency TensioningD evices are triggered
or air bags are deployed, you will hear abang,
and asmall amount of powder may also be
released. The 6restraint system warning
lamp lights up.
Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hear-
ing. The powder that is released generally does
not constitut eahealth hazard, but it may cause
short-term breathing difficulties in people with
asthma or other respiratory problems. Provided
it is safe to do so, you should leave the vehicle
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Safety

by increasing the speed. Reduce vehicle
speed and do not countersteer. Apply the
brake as necessary.
GWARNING
If you install aball coupling other than the one
delivered with the vehicle, the trailer tow hitch
and the rear axle may be overloaded. This
applies especially if the ball coupling in ques-
tion is longer or angled differently. This could
seriously impair the driving characteristics
and the trailer can come loose. There is arisk
of an accident.
Only install the ball coupling delivered with
the vehicle or aball coupling that is designed
to meet your trailer towing requirements. Do
not modify the ball coupling or the trailer tow
hitch.
GWARNING
If the ball coupling is not installed correctly or not secured with the bolt provided and the
correspondin gspring cotter, the trailer may
come loose. There is arisk of an accident.
Always install and secure the ball coupling as
described. Beforee very journey, ensure that
the ball coupling is secured with the bolt and
the correspondin gspring cotter.
!If you have atrailer tow hitc hretrofitted,
changes to the engin ecooling system may be
necessary, dependin gonthe vehicle type.
If you have atrailer tow hitc hretrofitted,
observe the anchorage point sonthe chassis
frame.
The installation of atrailer tow hitc hisonly per-
missible if atowing weight is specified in your
vehicle documents. If this is not the case, then
the vehicle is not approved for the towing of a
trailer.
For more information ,please contact aqualified
specialist workshop.
Please observe the manufacturer's operating
instructions for the trailer coupling if adetach-
able trailer coupling is used.
Exceeding the maximum permissible nose-
weight of the trailer drawbar on the ball coupling may cause damage. Damage may be caused to the following:
RTowing vehicle
RTrailer
RBall coupling
RTrailer tow hitch
The vehicle/trailer combination could become
unstable.
If the noseweight used is lower than the mini-
mum permissible noseweight ,the vehicle/
trailer combination could also become unstable.
To avoid hazardous situations:
Rmake sure to checkt he noseweight before
each journey
Ruse adrawbar noseweight as close as possi-
ble to the maximum noseweight
Rdo not exceed the maximum permissible
noseweight
Rthe noseweight must not be lower than the
minimum permissible noseweight
Make sure that the following values are not
exceeded:
Rthe permissible trailer drawbar noseweight
Rthe permissible trailer load
Rthe permissible rear axle load of the towing
vehicle
Rthe maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight of both the towing vehicle and the
trailer
When backin gupthe vehicle towards the trailer,
make sure ther eisnobody between the trailer
and the vehicle.
The applicable permissible values, which must
not be ex
ceeded, can be found:
Rin your vehicle documents
Ron the type plate for the trailer
Ron the vehicle identification plate
If the values differ, the lowest value applies.
You will find the values approved by the manu-
facturer on the vehicle identification plates and
those for the towing vehicle under "Technical
data" (
Ypage 284).
When backin gupthe vehicle towards the trailer,
make sure ther eisnobody between the trailer
and the vehicle.
Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If you
do not couple the trailer to the towing vehicle
correctly, the trailer could become detached.
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When towingatrailer, your vehicle's handling
characteristic swill be differentinc omparison
with when driving without atrailer.
The vehicle/trailer combination:
Ris heavier
Ris restricted in its acceleration and gradient-
climbing capability
Rhas an increased braking distance
Ris affected more by stron gcrosswinds
Rdemands more sensitive steering
Rhas alarger turning radius
This could impair the handling characteristics.
Adapt your driving style accordingly. Maintain a
safe distance. Drive carefully.
When towing atrailer, alwaysa djust your speed
to the currentr oad and weather conditions. Do
not exceed the maximum permissible speed for
your vehicle/trailer combination.
Notes on towing atrailer
General notes
RDo not exceed the maximum permissible
speed for vehicle/trailer combinations in the
relevant country.
This lowers the risk of an accident.
ROnly install an approved trailer coupling on
your vehicle.
Further information on availability and on
installation is available from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
RThe bumpers of your vehicle are not suitable
for installing detachable trailer couplings.
RDo not install hired trailer couplings or other
detachable trailer couplings on the bumpers
of your vehicle.
RIf you do not need the ball coupling, remove
the ball coupling from the ball coupling
recess. This will reduce the risk of damage to
the ball coupling.
When towing atrailer, set the tire pressure on
the rear axle of the towing vehicle for the max-
imum load. Further information on the tire pres-
sure table in the fuel filler flap (
Ypage 119).
Please not ethat when towing atrailer,
PARKTRONIC (
Ypage 140) and Blind Spot
Assist (Ypage 137) availability is limited or not
available at all. The height of the ball coupling changes with the
load of the vehicle. If necessary, use
atrailer
with aheight-adjustable drawbar.
You will find permissible trailer loads under
"Technical data" (
Ypage 284).
Driving tips
XObserve the notes on ESP®trailer stabiliza-
tion (Ypage 60).
XOn long and steep downhill gradients ,select
shift range 1,2or 3(Ypage 114) in good time.
This also applies if you have activated cruise
control or the speed limiter.
XIf necessary, shift the transfer case to LOW
RANGE (Ypage 146).
This will use the braking effect of the engine, so that less braking will be required to main-
tain the speed. This relieves the load on the
brake system and preventst he brakes from
overheatin gand wearing too quickly. If you
need additional braking, depress the brake
pedal repeatedly rather than continuously.
The maximum permissible speed for vehicle/
trailer combinations depends on the type of
trailer. Beforeb eginningthe journey, check the
trailer's document stosee what the maximum
permitted speed is. Observe the maximum per-
missible speed in the relevant country.
For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi-
mum permissible rear axle load is increased
when towing atrailer. See the "Technical data"
section to find out whether this applies to your
vehicle (
Ypage 284). In the event of increased
rear axle load, the car/trailer combination may
not exceed amaximum speed of 60 mph
(100 km/ h)for reasons concerning the operat-
ing permit. This als oapplie sinc ountries in
which the maximu mpermissible speedf or car/
trailer combinations is greater than 60 mph
(100 km/h).
When towing atrailer, you rvehicle's handling
characteristics wil lbedifferent in comparison to
when driving without atrailer and it wil lcon-
sume more fuel.
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You will findpermissible trailer loads under
"Technical data" (Ypage 284).
Loading atrailer
RWhen loading the trailer, make sure that nei-
the rthe permissible gross trailer weight nor
the permissible gross vehicle weight are
exceeded. The permissible gross vehicle
weight is indicated on the identification plate
on the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehi-
cle.
You can findt he maximum permissible values
on the type plates of your vehicle and the
trailer. When calculating how much weight
the vehicle and trailer may carry, pay atten-
tion to the respectiv elowest values.
RThe trailer drawbar load on the ball coupling
must be added to the rear axle load to avoid
exceeding the permissible gross axle weight.
The permissible gross vehicle weight is indi-
cated on the identification plate on the B-pil-
lar on the driver's side of the vehicle.
Mercedes-Ben zrecommends atrailer load
where the trailer drawbar noseweight accounts
for 8% to 15% of the permissible gross trailer
weight.
Additional accessories, passengers and load
reduce the permissible trailer load and nose-
weight that your vehicle can tow.
Checking th evehicle and trailer weight
RHave the towin gvehicle, including the driver,
passengers and load, and completely loaded
trailer weighed on asuitable weighing
machine. This will allow you to ensur ethat the
weightsoft he towingvehicle and trailer com-
ply with the maximum permissible values.
RCheck the gross axle weight ratin gofthe front
and rear axles, the gross weight of the trailer
and trailer drawbar load.
Trailer power supply
!
You can connec taccessories with amaxi-
mum power consumption of 180 Wtothe
permanent power supply.
You must not charge atrailer battery using the
power supply.
The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with apermanent power supply. The permanent power supply is supplied via
trailer socket pin 9.
Aq
ualified specialis tworkshop can provide
more information about installing the trailer
electrics.
Trailer with 7-pin connector
Genera lnotes
Trailersw ith 7-pin connector: you can make a
connection to the 13-pin connector on the ball
couplin gusing an adapter plug or, if necessary,
an adapter cable. Bot hcan be obtained in a
qualified specialis tworkshop.
Installing th eadapt er
!Make sure that there is enough slack in the
cable for cornering so that the cable cannot
becom edetached.
XOpen the socket cover.
XInsert the connector with lug :into
groove ;on the socket and turn it clockwise
to the stop.
XMake the cover engage.
XIf you are using an adapter cable, secur ethe
cable to the trailer with cable ties.
When the socket is connected, PARKTRONIC is
deactivated.
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Information regardingtechnicald ata
i
The dat astate dh eres pecifically refers to a
vehicl ewiths tandard equipment. Consult an
authorize dMercedes-Ben zCente rfor th e
dat afor all vehicl evariants and trim levels.
Vehicle electronics
Installing two-way radio sand mobile
phones (RF transmitters)
GWARNIN G
The electromagneti cradiation from modifie d
or incorrectl yretrofitte dRF-transmitters can
interfere wit hthe vehicl eelectronics .This can
compromise th eoperational safet yofthe
vehicle. Ther eisariskofana ccident.
You should hav eall wor ktoe lectrical and
electronic equipmen tcarried out at aqualified
specialist workshop.
GWARNIN G
The electromagneti cradiation from incor-
rectl yoperate dRFtransmitters can interfere
wit hthe vehicl eelectronics ,for example:
Rif th eRFt ransmitte risnotconnecte dwith
an exterio rantenna
Rthee xter iora ntenna has been installed
incorrectl yorisnotalow-reflection typ e
This can compromise th eoperational safet y
of th evehicle. Ther eisariskofana ccident.
Hav ethe low-reflection exterio rantenna
mounte dataqualified specialist workshop.
When operating RF transmitters in th evehi-
cle ,always connec tthe mw itht he low-reflec -
tion exterio rantenna.
!The operating permit may be invalidated if
th ei nstruction sfor installation and use of RF
transmitters are no tobserved. In particular, th
efollowin gconditi onsm ust be
complied with:
Ronly approve dwavebands may be used.
Robserv ethe maximum permissible output
in these wavebands.
Ronly approve dantenna position smay be
used.
Excessiv elevels of electromagneti cradiation
may caus edamag etoyour healt hand th ehealt h
of others. Using an exterio rantenna takes int o
accoun tcurren tscientific discussion srelating
to th epossible healt hhazards that may result
from electromagneti cfields.
Approved antenna position s
:
Fron troo fa rea
;Rear fender
When installin ganantenna on th efront roof
area of vehicles wit hasliding sunroof, observ e
th es weepin grange of th eroof.
On th erear fenders, it is recommended to posi-
tion th eantenna on th eside of th evehicl eclos-
est to th ecenter of theroad .
Use th eTechnical Specification ISO/TS 2160 9
when retrofitting RF transmitters (Road Vehicles
-E MC guidelines for installation of aftermarket
radi ofrequency transmitting equipment) .
Observ ethe legal requirements for accessory
parts.
If your vehicl ehas installation sfor two-way radi o
equipment, use th epower suppl yorantenna
connection sintended for use wit hthe basic wir-
ing .Bes uretoo bservethe manufacturer' sSup-
plemen twhen installing.
Deviation swithr espec ttofrequency bands,
maximum transmission output sorantenna
position smust be approve dbyMercedes-Benz.
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The maximum transmission output (PEAK)atthe
base of the antenna must not exceed the fol-
lowing values:
Frequency bandMaximum
transmission output
Short wave
3-54M Hz100 W
4mwaveband
68 -87.5 MHz30 W
2mw aveband
144 -174 MHz50 W
Trunked radio system/
Tetra
380 -460 MHz10 W
70 cm waveband
400 -460 MHz35 W
Mobile communications
(2G/3G/4G)10 W
The following can be used in the vehicle without
restrictions:
RRF transmitters with amaximum transmis-
sion output of up to 100 mW
RRF transmitters with transmitter frequencies
in the 380 -410 MHz waveband and amaxi-
mum transmission output of up to 2W
(trunked radio/Tetra)
RMobile phones (2G/3G/4G)
There is no restriction for antenna positions on
the outside of the vehicle for the following fre-
quency bands:
RTrunked radio system/Tetra
R70 cm waveband
R2G/3G/4G
Identification plates
Vehicle identification platew ith vehi-
cle identification number (VIN)
XOpen the front left-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
;
VIN
=Paint code
Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
;
VIN
=Paint code
iThe data shown on the vehicle identification
plate is used only as an example. This data is
different for every vehicle and can deviate
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from the data shownhere. The correct data
for you rvehiclec an be found on the vehicle
identificatio nplate that is mounted on your
vehicle.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
:VIN (stamped into the chassi sonthe right-
hand side,w hen viewed in the direction of
travel)
The VIN can als obefound on the vehiclei den-
tification plate (
Ypag e275).
The VIN can als obefound at the lower edge of
the windshield (
Ypag e276).
Engine number
Example :engine compartment
:
Emissions control information plate, includ-
ing the certification of both federala nd Cali-
forniane missions standards
;Engine numbe r(stamped into the crank-
case)
Service products and filling capaci-
ties
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Service products may be poisonousa nd haz-
ardous to health. There is arisk 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.
HEnvironmental note
Disposeofs ervice products in an environ-
mentall yresponsiblem anner.
Service products include the following:
RFuels
RLubricants (e.g. engine oil,t ransmission oil)
RCoolant
RBrake fluid
RWindshieldwasher fluid
RClimate control syste mrefrigerant
Components and service products must match.
Only use products recommendedbyM ercedes-
Benz. Damag ewhich is caused by the use of
products which have not been recommendedi s
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or
goodwil lgestures. Products approved by
Mercedes-Benz are listed in this Operator's
Manual in the appropriate section.
Informatio nontested and approved products
can be obtained at aMercedes-Benz Service
Center or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
You can recognize service products approved by
Mercedes-Benz by the following inscription on
the containers:
RMB-Freigabe (e. g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
RMB Approval( e. g. MB Approval2 29.51)
Other designations or recommendations indi-
cate alevelofq uality or aspecificatio nin
accordance with an MB Sheet numbe r(e.g. MB
229.5). They have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
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Other identifications, for example:
R0W-30
R5W-30
R5W-40
Fuel
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is arisk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before refueling.
GWARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is arisk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel awayf rom children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
RWash awayf uel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
RIf fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance with-
out delay.
RIf fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay.Don ot induce vomit-
ing.
RImmediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
Tank capacity
Missing valuesw ere not available at time of
going to print.
ModelTotal capa- city
Mercedes-AMG G65
All other models25.4 US gal
(96.0 l)
ModelOf which
reserve
Mercedes-AMG G65
All other modelsApprox.
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Gasoline
Fuel grade
!Do not use diesel to refuel vehiclesw ith a
gasoline engine. Do not switch on the ignition
if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel wille nter the fuel system.
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could
resultind amage to the fuel system and the
engine. Notify aqualified specialist workshop
and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
!Only refuel using unleaded premiumg rade
gasoline with at least 91 AKI/95 RON.
iE10 fuel contains up to 10% bioethanol.
Yourv ehicle is E10-compatible.Y ou can
refuel you rvehicle using E10 fuel.
!Only use the fuel recommended.O perating
the vehicle with other fuel scan leadtod am-
age to the fuel system, engine and exhaust
system.
!Do not use the following:
RGasoline with more than 10% ethanol
RE100 (100% ethanol)
RGasoline with methanol
RM100 (100% methanol)
RGasoline with metalliferous additives
RDiesel
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