octane MERCEDES-BENZ G550 2011 W463 Owner's Manual

mbraceCall priority .................................... 206
Display message ............................ 170
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 206
Emergency call .............................. 203
Important safety notes ..................202
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............207
MB info call button ........................205
Roadside Assistance button ..........204
Self-test ......................................... 202
System .......................................... 202
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............206
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 63
Loss ................................................. 66
Memory card
Operating (on-board computer) .....161
see separate operating instructions
Memory function ................................. 88
Menu (on-board computer) Audio ............................................. 160
DVD ............................................... 161
Message memory .......................... 169
Navigation ..................................... 162
Overview of menus ........................159
Resetting to factory settings ..........162
Settings ......................................... 162
Standard display ............................ 160
Telephone ...................................... 167
Trip computer ................................ 166
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 198
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............167
MP3
Operating (on-board computer) .....161
see separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat ................................ 81
Multifunction display ........................ 158
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 28
Operating the on-board computer . 157N
Navigation On-board computer .......................162
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 42
Resetting after being triggered ........43
Notes on breaking-in a new
vehicle ................................................ 116
Notes on driving Gravel roads .................................. 144
O
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle .....................49
System overview .............................. 34
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 278
Odometer ........................................... 160
Off-road 4MATIC .......................................... 149
Differential locks ............................ 129
Off-road ABS .................................... 56
Off-road driving ................................. 142
Checklist ........................................ 143
Driving on sand .............................. 144
Important safety notes ..................142
Off-road fording ................................. 140
Oil see Engine oil
On-board computer
Audio menu ................................... 160
Convenience submenu ..................165
Display messages ..........................169
Factory settings ............................. 162
Important safety notes ..................156
Message memory menu ................. 169
Navigation menu ............................ 162
Operating video DVD .....................161
Operation ....................................... 157
Overview of menus ........................159
Settings menu ............................... 162
Standard display menu ..................160
Telephone menu ............................ 167
Trip computer menu ......................166
Vehicle submenu ........................... 165
On-board computer language .......... 163
10Index

! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel
system and engine.
! Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.
Notify a qualified specialist workshop and
have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
Gasoline
Fuel grade
! You should only refuel with unleaded
premium-grade gasoline as this avoids
damaging the catalytic converter.
If engine running problems are apparent,
have the cause checked immediately and
repaired. Excess unburned fuel can
otherwise enter the catalytic converter,
leading to overheating and possibly
causing a fire.
i Only refuel with unleaded premium-grade
gasoline with a specified minimum octane
number of 91 (average value of 96 RON/
86 MON).
Usually, you will find information about the
fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find
the label on the gasoline pump, ask the gas
station staff.
You can find further information under
"Fuel" ( Y page 277), by consulting an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
visiting http://www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.
Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection
system could be blocked by particles from
the fuel can.
Refueling
Fuel filler flap
When you open or close the vehicle with the
key, the fuel filler flap is automatically
unlocked or locked.
The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed
in the instrument cluster 8. The arrow
next to the filling pump indicates the side of
the vehicle. The fuel filler flap is located to the
rear on the right.
Fuel filler cap G 550 (example)
:To open the fuel filler flap;Tire pressure table=Fuel type?To insert the fuel filler cap
Opening
XSwitch off the engine.
i When the engine is running and the fuel
filler flap is open, the yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp and the = (USA only)
or ; (Canada only) engine diagnostics
warning lamp may light up.
For further information on warning and
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster,
see ( Y page 188).
XRemove the key from the ignition lock.XPress the fuel filler flap in the direction of
arrow :.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.XOpen the fuel filler flap.132RefuelingDriving and parking

CapacitiesVehicle modelCapacityFuel, coolant,
lubricants etc.Engine oil and
filterG 5509.5 US qt (9.0 l)Approved engine
oilsG 55 AMG9.0 US qt (8.5 l)Power steeringAll modelsApproximately 1.06 US qt
(1.0 l)MB power steering
fluid or approved
Dexron III ATFCooling systemG 550Approximately 12.8 US qt
(12.1 l)MB 325.0 corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze
agentG 55 AMGApproximately 13.4 US qt
(12.7 l)Tank capacityG 55025.4 US gal (96.0 l)Premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
(at least 91 octane,
average value
between 96 RON/
86 MON)G 55 AMG25.1 US gal (95.0 l)ReserveAll modelsApproximately 5.3 US gal
(20.0 l)Air-
conditioning
systemAll models—Refrigerant R134a
and special PAG
lubricant (never
R 12)Windshield/
headlamp
cleaning
systemAll models7.4 US qt (7.0 l)MB windshield
washer
concentrate 25
( Y page 281)
Mixing ratio for
washer fluid
( Y page 281)Fuel
Important safety notesGWarning
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact.25 Mixed with water or premixed washer fluid with antifreeze protection.Service products and capacities277Technical dataZ

Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your
health.
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
! To ensure the longevity and full
performance of the engine, only premium-
grade unleaded gasoline must be used.
If premium-grade unleaded gasoline is
unavailable and regular gasoline is used,
observe the following precautions:
R only fill the fuel tank to half full with
regular unleaded gasoline and add the
rest as soon as possible with premium-
grade unleaded gasoline.
R do not drive at the maximum speed.
R avoid sudden acceleration.
R when the vehicle is carrying a light cargo,
e.g. two passengers without luggage, do
not allow the engine to rev above
3000 rpm.
R when the vehicle is fully loaded or being
operated in mountainous terrain, do not
depress the accelerator pedal further
than 2
/ 3 of the pedal travel.
Fuel requirements
Use only premium-grade unleaded gasoline.
The octane number should be at least 91.
Details can be found on the gas pump. The
octane number is the average value of the
Research Octane Number (RON) and the
Motor Octane Number (MON): (RON +
MON) / 2, also known as knock resistance.
Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) and/or
unleaded gasoline with additives can be used
if the concentration of the additives in the fuel
does not exceed 10%, e.g.:
R Ethanol
R TAME
R ETBE
R IPA
R TBA
For MTBE, the concentration should not
exceed 15%.
The concentration of methanol in gasoline
including other additives must not exceed
3 %.
Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not
permitted. Gasohol, a mixture of 10% ethanol
and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used.
All of these mix fuels must fulfill the fuel
requirements, e.g.:
R knock resistance
R boiling point
R vapor pressure
Additives in gasoline
One of the major problems in engine design
is the creation of carbon deposits during the
process of burning fuel. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you use fuel brands that
have the additives which prevent the build up
of carbon deposits.
If you use fuels without these additives for a
longer period of time, there may be a build up
of carbon deposits, especially on the inlet
valves and in the combustion chamber.
This could lead to engine running problems,
e.g.:
R longer engine warm-up phase
R uneven idle
R engine noise
R misfiring
R loss of power
In areas where carbon deposits can build up
due to the lack of availability of gasoline with
the corresponding additives, Mercedes-Benz
recommends the use of additives that have
been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit http://www.mbusa.com (USA only)
to view a list of approved products. Observe
the instructions for use in the product
description.
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