display MERCEDES-BENZ G500 2002 W463 Owner's Manual

2 Contents
Infant and
child restraint systems ................ 73
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) .................................... 78
Inside rear view mirror ................... 79
Antiglare night position .............. 79
Exterior rear view mirrors ............. 80
Instrument cluster ........................... 84
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ................. 90
Trip and main odometer and
sub menu ..................................... 94
Audio systems .................................. 96
Radio .............................................. 96
CD player ....................................... 97
Telephone .......................................... 98
Navigation system .......................... 103
Trip computer ................................. 104
Malfunction/warning
message memory ...................... 106
Individual settings ......................... 108
Setting the audio volume .............. 122
Coolant temperature gauge .......... 123Flexible service system
(FSS) ........................................... 124
Engine oil level indicator ............. 127
Exterior lamp switch ..................... 129
Headlamp mode ..............................130
Night security illumination ..........132
Locator lighting ...........................133
Headlamp cleaning system ...........133
Combination switch .......................134
Rear window wiper/washer ..........138
Hazard warning flasher switch ....139
Climate control .............................. 140
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ................150
Power windows ............................... 151
Sliding/pop-up roof ........................154
Interior lighting ..............................156
Door entry lamps ........................157
Rear interior lamps ....................158
Cargo compartment lamps ........159
Sun visors ........................................ 161
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 161
Interior .............................................162Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ........... 162
Glove box ..................................... 163
Ashtrays .......................................... 168
Lighter ............................................. 170
Floor mat ......................................... 170
Split rear seat bench ..................... 171
Rear seat head restraints .......... 173
Enlarged cargo area ....................... 174
Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 174
Partition net .................................... 175
Loading instructions ..................... 178
Parcel net in
front passenger footwell .......... 180
Cargo area cover blind .................. 180
Roof racks ........................................ 181
Brush guard .................................... 182
Telephone, general ........................ 184
Cellular telephone ......................... 184
Garage door opener ....................... 185
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4 Contents
Instrument cluster displayMalfunction and indicator
lamps in the
instrument cluster ....................264
On-board diagnostic system .........265
Check engine malfunction
indicator lamp .............................265
Brake warning lamp ..................266
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) indicator lamp ..................267
Fuel reserve warning .................268
ABS malfunction
indicator lamp .............................269
Electronic stability program
(ESP) — warning lamp ...............270
Seat belt nonusage
warning lamp .............................270
Malfunction and indicator lamp
in the center console ................ 271
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp ..... 271Malfunction and warning
messages in the
multifunction display .............. 272
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(engine control unit) ................. 273
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(several systems) ....................... 273
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ........274
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .... 275
BRAKE ASSIST ............................276
BRAKE PAD WEAR .................... 277
BRAKE FLUID ............................ 277
PARKING BRAKE ....................... 278
SEAT BELT SYSTEM .................. 278
ELEC. STABIL. PROG.
(Electronic stability program) . 279
COOLANT
(coolant level) ............................. 280
COOLANT
(coolant temperature) ............... 281
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 282LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................283
LIGHT SENSOR ...........................285
DOOR ...........................................285
TRUNK OPEN .............................286
HOOD ...........................................286
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION .......287
TELE AID .....................................287
WASHER FLUID .........................288
RESTRAINT SYSTEM .................289
KEY ...............................................289
FUEL RESERVE ..........................290
UNDERVOLTAGE ........................290
ELECTRONIC BRAKE BOOSTER
(EBB) ............................................ 291
ENGINE AIR FILTER .................. 291
TC SHIFT ....................................292
TC SHIFT CONDITIONS ............292
TC IN NEUTRAL .........................293
TRANSFER CASE .......................293
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14 Introduction
Where to find it
The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:
• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
•Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation.
•Driving: Important information on driving.
• Instrument cluster display: Indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions.
•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency.
• Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle.
• Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,
coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.
•Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.
Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.
Explanation of color used:
Warning notices for the protection of yourself and
others appear on red background.
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17 Contents - Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Instruments and controlsInstruments and controls ............... 18
Center console .............................. 20
Door control panel ....................... 22
Overhead control panel ............... 23
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18 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Instruments and controls
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19 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index For adjustment of air outlets, refer to climate control,
see page 140.
1Exterior lamp switch, see page 129
2Headlamp cleaning system, see page 133
3Exterior rear view mirror adjustment switch, see
page 80
4Combination switch, see page 1345Control lever for Linguatronic voice control system
(optional), see seperate Operating Instructions
6Instrument cluster, see page 84
7Multifunction steering wheel, see page 90
8Horn (with key in steering lock position 1 or 2),
Driver airbag, see page 68
9Starter switch, see page 204
10Glove box, see page 163
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20 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Center console
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21 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 11Differential-lock switch, see page 253
12Left front seat heater switch, see page 52
13Switch for rear window washer /wiper, see page 138
14Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 139
15AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 271
16Central locking switch, see page 40
17Antitheft alarm system, see page 42
Switch for Tow-away alarm, see page 4318Right front seat heater switch, see page 52
19COMAND system (Cockpit Management and Data
System), see seperate operating instructions
20Automatic climate control, see page 140
21Ashtray with lighter, see page 168
22Automatic transmission, see page 207
23Parking brake, see page 215
24Transfer case, see page 247
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22 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Door control panel1Door handle, pull to open, see page 34
2Memory function, for storing seat, steering wheel
and exterior rear view mirrors, see page 48
3Front seat adjustment switch, see page 45
4Steering wheel adjustment switch, see page 78
5Power window switches, see page 151
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23 Instruments and controls
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Overhead control panel1Interior lighting, see page 156
2Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 192
3Sliding /pop-up roof, see page 154
4Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and
voice recognition system
5Rear view mirror, see page 79
6Garage door opener, see page 185
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