oil temperature MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class 2014 W463 Owner's Manual

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
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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 alarm (ATA)
............65 T
Tachometer ........................................ 206
Tailgate Opening dimensions ......................350
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 228
see Lights
Tank content
Fuel gauge ..................................... 205
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 343
Tires ............................................... 338
Tires/wheels ................................. 338
Trailer loads ................................... 352
Vehicle data ................................... 350
Wheels ........................................... 338
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 270
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 271
Downloading routes .......................273
Emergency call .............................. 268
Geo fencing ................................... 274
Important safety notes ..................266
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............272
MB info call button ........................270
Remote vehicle locking ..................271
Roadside Assistance button ..........269
Self-test ......................................... 267
Speed alert .................................... 273
System .......................................... 267
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 274
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis ....................................... 272
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............271
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 212
Display message ............................ 241
Menu (on-board computer) ............212
Number from the phone book ....... .213
Redialing ........................................ 213
Rejecting/ending a call .................212
Telephone compartment ..................258Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 205
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 217
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 217
Outside temperature ..................... .206
Setting (climate control) ................131
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........65
Immobilizer ...................................... 64
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Time
see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) .........................218
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....319
Checking manually ........................319
Display message ............................ 237
Maximum ....................................... 318
Notes ............................................. 317
Recommended ............................... 316
Table (single tires) .........................316
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 321
Function/notes ............................. 319
Restarting ...................................... 321
Warning lamp ................................. 254
Warning message .......................... 321
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................333
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................332
Bar (definition) ............................... 332
Changing a wheel .......................... 334
Characteristics .............................. 331
Checking ........................................ 313
Definition of terms .........................332
Direction of rotatio n...................... 335
Display message ............................ 237
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................334
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................. .331
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............332
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 33216
Index

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
139Driving and parking Z

X
Press 0064or0063 to select the Easy
Easy
Entry/Exit:
Entry/Exit: function.
If the Easy Entry/Exit
Easy Entry/Exit function is
activated, the vehicle steering wheel is
displayed in red in the multifunction
display.
X Press the 0076button to save the setting.
Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature (Y page 92).
Switching the fold-in mirrors with the
locking feature on/off
When you activate the Auto. Mirror Auto. Mirror
Folding
Folding function, the exterior mirrors are
folded in when the vehicle is locked. If you
unlock the vehicle and then open a door, the
exterior mirrors fold out again.
X Press the 0059or0065 button on the
steering wheel to select the Sett. Sett.menu.
X Press the 0064or0063 button to select the
Convenience
Convenience submenu.
X Press 0076to confirm.
X Press 0064or0063 to select the Auto.
Auto.
Mirror Folding
Mirror Folding function.
If the Auto. Mirror Folding
Auto. Mirror Folding function is
activated, the vehicle's exterior mirror is
displayed in red in the multifunction
display.
X Press the 0076button to save the setting. 0043
To fold the exterior mirrors in or out
If you have switched the Auto. Mirror Auto. Mirror
Folding
Folding on and you fold the exterior mirrors
in using button 0043, they will not fold out
automatically (Y page 93). You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors
using button
0043. Restoring the factory settings
X Press the 0059or0065 button on the
steering wheel to select the Sett.
Sett. menu.
X Press the 0064or0063 button to select the
Factory Setting Factory Setting submenu.
X Press 0076to confirm.
The Reset All Settings?
Reset All Settings? message
appears.
X Press the 0064or0063 button to select
No
No orYes
Yes.
X Press 0076to confirm the selection.
If you select Yes
Yes, the multifunction display
shows a confirmation message.
For safety reasons, the Daytime Running
Daytime Running
Lights
Lights function in the Lights
Lightssubmenu is
only reset if the vehicle is stationary. AMG menu in AMG vehicles
AMG displays 0043
Digital speedometer
0044 Gear indicator
0087 Upshift indicator
0085 Engine oil temperature
0083 Coolant temperature
0084 Status indicator for ECO start/stop
function (Y page 141)
X Press 0059or0065 on the steering wheel
to select the AMG AMGmenu.
Upshift indicator UP
UP0087 indicates that the
engine has reached the overrevving range
when in the manual gearshift program. Menus and submenus
217On-board computer and displays Z

Upshift indicator
UP
UP0087 fades out other
messages until you have shifted up.
If the engine oil temperature is below 176 ‡
(80 †), the oil temperature is shown in blue.
Avoid driving at full engine output during this
time.
SETUP 0043
Drive program (C C/SS+SS+/M M)
0044 ESP ®
mode (ON ON/OFFOFF)
0087 Suspension tuning (SPORT SPORT/COMFORTCOMFORT)
SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) mode and the
SPORT handling mode.
X Press 0059or0065 on the steering wheel
to select the AMG
AMG menu.
X Press the 0063button repeatedly until
SETUP is displayed.
RACETIMER Displaying and starting RACETIMER
G
WARNING
The RACETIMER feature is only for use on
roads and in conditions where high speed
driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is
prohibited under all circumstances. The driver
is and must always remain responsible for
following posted speed limits. 0043
Lap
0044 RACETIMER
You can start the RACETIMER when the
engine is running or if the SmartKey is in
position 2(Ypage 139) in the ignition lock.
X Press 0059or0065 on the steering wheel
to select the AMG AMGmenu.
X Press the 0063button repeatedly until the
RACETIMER is shown.
X To start: press the 0076button to start the
RACETIMER.
Displaying the intermediate time X
Press the 0059or0065 button to select
Interm. Time
Interm. Time.
X Press 0076to confirm.
The intermediate time is displayed for five
seconds.
Starting a new lap 0043
RACETIMER
0044 Fastest lap time (best lap)
0087 Lap
X Press 0076to confirm New Lap New Lap. 218
Menus and submenusOn-board computer and displays

Opening the hood
The release lever on the hood is in the footwell
on the left-hand side of the vehicle when
viewed in the direction of travel.
X Make sure that the windshield wipers are
turned off.
X Pull release lever 0043on the hood.
The hood is released. X
Lift the hood slightly.
X Push hood catch handle 0044in the direction
of the arrow and lift the hood.
Closing the hood G
WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when
the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. X
Lower the hood and let it fall from a height
of approximately 8 inches (20 cm).
X Check that the hood has engaged properly.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not
properly engaged. Open it again and close
it with a little more force. Engine oil
Notes on the oil level Depending on your driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per
600 miles (1000 km). The oil consumption
may be higher than this when the vehicle is
new or if you frequently drive at high engine
speeds.
Checking the oil level using the oil
dipstick
Example: oil dipstick
When checking the oil level:
R
park the vehicle on a level surface.
R the engine should be switched off for
approximately five minutes if the engine is
at normal operating temperature.
R the engine should be switched off for at
least 30 minutes if the engine is not at
operating temperature, e.g. if you only start
the engine briefly.
X Pull oil dipstick 0043out of the dipstick guide
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick 0043. Engine compartment
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X
Slowly slide oil dipstick 0043into the guide
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark 0087and
MAX mark 0044, the oil level is correct.
X Add oil if necessary.
Checking the oil level using the on-
board computer !
Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
G 65 AMG: the oil level can be checked using
the on-board computer only.
On all other models, the oil dipstick must be
used to check the engine oil level.
When checking the oil level:
R park the vehicle on a level surface.
R the engine should be switched off for
approximately five minutes if the engine is
at normal operating temperature.
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
2in the ignition lock.
X Press the 0041or0068 button on the
steering wheel to select the following
message: The measurement takes a few seconds. You
will see one of the following messages in the
multifunction display:
R Engine Oil Level OK Engine Oil Level OK
R Add 1.0 qt
Add 1.0 qt (Canada:1.0 liter
1.0 liter) to
to
reach maximum oil level.
reach maximum oil level.
R Add 1.5 qts
Add 1.5 qts (Canada:1.5 liters
1.5 liters )to
to
reach maximum oil level.
reach maximum oil level.
R Add
Add 2.0 qts.
2.0 qts. (Canada:2.0 liters
2.0 liters )to
to
reach maximum oil level.
reach maximum oil level. X
Add oil if necessary.
If the engine is at normal operating
temperature and the Engine oil Reduce
Engine oil Reduce
oil oil level
level display appears, too much oil has
been added.
X Have excess oil siphoned off.
If the Switch on ignition to check
Switch on ignition to check
engine oil level engine oil level message appears:
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 139).
If the Observe waiting time
Observe waiting time message
appears:
X If the engine is at normal operating
temperature: repeat the measurement
after about five minutes.
X If the engine is not at normal operating
temperature: e.g. if the engine was only
started briefly, repeat the measurement
after approximately 30 minutes.
If the Engine oil level Not when
Engine oil level Not when
engine on engine on message appears:
X Switch off the engine.
X If the engine is at normal operating
temperature: wait about five minutes
before carrying out the measurement.
X If the engine is not at normal operating
temperature: e.g. if the engine was only
started briefly, wait approximately
30 minutes before carrying out the
measurement.
i If you wish to cancel the measurement,
press the 0068or0041 button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
Adding engine oil H
Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a
service system. You can obtain a list of the 284
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engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
R using engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the
service system
R replacing engine oil and oil filters after
the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
R using engine oil additives.
! Do not add too much oil. If the oil level is
above the "max" mark on the dipstick, too
much oil has been added. This can lead to
damage to the engine or the catalytic
converter. Have excess oil siphoned off. Example: engine oil cap
X
Turn cap 0043counter-clockwise and remove
it.
X Add the amount of oil required.
Observe the specifications in the on-board
computer when doing so or fill carefully to the
maximum mark on the oil dipstick.
Further information on engine oil
(Y page 346).
i The difference between the minimum
mark and the maximum mark on the oil
dipstick is approximately 2.1 US qt (2 l).X
Replac e cap0043on the filler neck and
tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely. Additional service products
Checking coolant level G
WARNING
The engine cooling system is pressurized,
particularly when the engine is warm. When
opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot
coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before opening the
cap. Wear eye and hand protection when
opening the cap. Open the cap slowly half a
turn to allow pressure to escape. X
Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level when the
vehicle is on a level surface and the engine
has cooled down.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 139).
X Check the coolant temperature display in
the instrument cluster.
The coolant temperature must be below
158 ‡ (70 †).
X Slowly turn cap 0043half a turn counter-
clockwise to allow excess pressure to
escape. Engine compartment
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Additives
!
Do not refuel with low-grade fuel and do
not use fuel additives that are not tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel
system may otherwise occur.
One of the main problems of poor fuel quality
is the forming of deposits that are created
during the gasoline combustion process.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
branded fuels that have additives.
If you use fuels without these additives over
a longer period of time, carbon deposits may
build up. These deposits form at the inlet
valves and in the combustion chamber in
particular.
This could lead to engine problems, e.g.:
R longer engine warm-up phase
R uneven idle
R engine noise
R misfiring
R loss of power
Carbon deposits may form if the availability
of gasoline with relevant additives is
insufficient (in certain regions). In this case,
Mercedes-Benz recommends additives
approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles;
see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
For a list of approved products, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Comply
with the instructions for use on the product
label.
Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel. This
causes unnecessary costs and could damage
the engine.
Notes on fuel consumption H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which
scientists believe to be principally responsible
for global warming (the greenhouse effect).
Your vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly
related to fuel consumption and therefore
depend on: R
efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as
environmental influences, road conditions
or traffic flow
You can minimize your vehicle's CO 2
emissions by driving carefully and having it
serviced regularly.
The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:
R at very low outside temperatures
R in city traffic
R on short journeys
R in mountainous terrain
R when towing a trailer Engine oil
General notes !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer replacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. For this reason, only use
engine oils and oil filters that are approved for
vehicles with a service system.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or go to the Internet site
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com (USA
only).
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. 346
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