MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG 2003 W463 Owner's Manual

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Partition net* (MB Accessory)
Use of the partition net is a particularly im-
portant safety factor when the vehicle is
loaded higher than the top of the seat
backrests with smaller objects.
While the partition net will help protect you
from smaller objects, it cannot prevent the
movement of large, heavier objects into
the passenger area in an accident. Such
items must be properly secured using the
cargo tie-down rings in the cargo area
floor.The partition net can be installed behind
the seat backrests of the rear seat bench,
or behind the front seats if the rear seat
bench is folded down.Installation behind rear seat bench
1Partition net
2Mounting

Fold the rear seat bench forward
(page 169).

Hook partition net1 in mountings2 on
both sides.
iInstallation can be performed by open-
ing the rear doors.
iThis cannot be done by folding the rear
seat backrest forward.

172 Controls in detailLoading3Lift tensioner
4Tie down
Lift tensioner3 on tie downs4 must point
in the direction of the arrow.5Hook
6Ring

Set the length of the tie downs4 and
lift tensioner3 to the rings6.

Insert tie down hooks5 in rings6.
Pull on loose ends of tie downs until net
is slightly tensioned.

Fold up seat bench until it locks in
place.
The partition net will be tightened by
the rear seat bench cushion.
After driving a short period, check the ten-
sion of the partition net, retighten if neces-
sary.Installation behind front seats
1Partition net
2Mounting

Fold rear seat bench fully forward
(page 169).

Engage partition net1 in holders2.

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3Lift tensioner
4Tie down
5Hook
6Ring
Lift tensioner3 must point in the direction
of the cargo compartment.
Set the length of tie downs4 and lift
tensioner3 to the rings6.

Insert tie down hooks5 in rings6.

Pull loose ends of tie downs4 until net
is tight.
After driving a short distance, check the
tension of the partition net, retighten if
necessary.Removing partition net

Lift tensioner upward to a horizontal
position to release tensioning of strap.

Disengage tie down hooks from rings.

Remove partition net from holders.
Storing partition net

Roll up partition net and secure it.

Store partition net behind rear seat
bench.
Loading instructions
The total load weight including vehicle oc-
cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex-
ceed the vehicle capacity weight indicated
on the certification label which can be
found on the left door pillar.
The handling characteristics of a fully load-
ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-
tribution. It is therefore recommended to
load the vehicle according to the illustra-
tions shown, with the heaviest items being
placed towards the front of the vehicle.

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Always place items being carried
against front or rear seat backrests,
and fasten them as securely as possi-
ble.


The heaviest portion of the cargo
should always be kept as low as possi-
ble against front or rear seat backrest
since it influences the handling charac-
teristics of the vehicle.


For additional safety when transporting
cargo while the rear seats are unoccu-
pied, fasten the outer seat belts cross-
wise into the opposite side buckles.


Always pad off sharp edges.
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Always fasten items being carried as secure-
ly as possible using cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the
weight and size of the load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and can cause in-
jury to vehicle occupants unless the items
are securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, always use parti-
tion net when transporting cargo.
Never ride vehicle with the tailgate open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in uncon-
sciousness and death.
iThe rear cargo area is the preferred
place to carry objects. The enlarged
cargo area (rear seats folded) should
only be used for items which do not fit
in the rear cargo area alone.

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Cargo tie-down rings
The cargo area is provided with four
tie-down anchors.
Carefully secure cargo by applying even
load on all rings with rope of sufficient
strength to hold down the cargo.
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While the partition net will help protect you
from smaller objects, it cannot prevent the
movement of large, heavier objects into the
passenger area in an accident.
Such items must be properly secured using
the cargo tie-down rings in the cargo area
floor.

176 Controls in detailUseful features
Useful featuresInterior storage spaces
Glove box
1Unlocked position
2Locked position
3HandleOpening the glove box

Pull handle to open.
The glove box is illuminated with SmartKey
in starter switch position1 or2 when
opening the lid.
Closing the glove box

Push lid up to close.
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To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when stowing objects in the vehicle. Put lug-
gage or cargo in the cargo compartment if
possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher
than the seat backs.
Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy
objects.Warning!
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Do not load items on the roof. It may cause
instability during some maneuvers which
could result in an accident.
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Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
an accident and sudden maneuvers.
iThe glove box can be locked and un-
locked with the mechanical key.

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Useful features
Storage compartments below the arm-
rest
Opening small compartment
Press button1 and lift armrest.Closing small compartment

Lower armrest until it engages in lock.
Opening large compartment

Press button2 and lift armrest.
Closing large compartment

Lower armrest until it engages in lock.Storage compartment in front of arm-
rest
Opening

Slide cover3 backward.
Closing

Slide cover3 forward.
iLocated in the cover of the storage
compartment is a storage area for
small items such as checks.iIn the large storage compartment there
is a storage area for up to three CDs.

178 Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holdersCup holder next to the armrest

Place cup holder bracket1 into recess.
If the cup holder is no longer in use, it can
for example, be stored in the storage com-
partment below the armrest or in storage
pouch on the door panel.Cup holder in front passenger footwell

Swing bracket1 upwards until it clicks
into place.
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When not in use, keep the cup holder
closed. Place only containers that fit into the
cup holder to prevent spills. Use lids on
open containers and do not fill containers to
a height where the contents, especially hot
liquids, could spill during vehicle maneu-
vers.
!Fold the cup holder closed before mov-
ing the front passenger seat fully for-
ward.

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Cup holder in rear passenger footwellParcel net in front passenger footwell
A small convenience parcel net is located
in the front passenger footwell. It is for
small and light items, such as road maps,
mail, etc.
Ashtrays
Center console ashtray
1Ashtray
2Cigarette lighter
3Cover plate
Opening ashtray
Briefly push the cover plate3.
The ashtray opens automatically.
!Before folding the seat backrest for-
ward and the rear seat bench down, be
sure that all containers in the rear cup
holder are removed.
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Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or ob-
jects having sharp edges in the parcel net.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, they could be thrown
around inside the vehicle and cause injury to
vehicle occupants.!When large objects are stored in the
parcel net, do not slide the seat fully
forward, it could damage them.

180 Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving the ashtray insert
4Sliding knob
5Astray insert

Press sliding knob4 to the right.
The insert will protrude a short dis-
tance.

Remove insert5 in direction of arrow.
Reinstalling the ashtray insert

Press the insert into the frame until it
snaps into place.
Rear passenger compartment
1Cover
2Catch
3Ashtray insertOpening ashtray

Pull at top of cover 1.
Removing the ashtray insert

Push down on catch2.

Pull out the ashtray insert 3.
Reinstalling the ashtray insert

Position the insert and close the cover.
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Remove ashtray only with vehicle standing
still. Turn off the engine and set the parking
brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move as
a result of unintended contact with the gear
selector lever.