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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesIntroductionHigh-priority display messages cannot be hidden. The driver display will showthese display messages continuously until the cause of the display messagehas been ABOUT DISPLAY MESSAGESDisplay messages appear on the driver UP SAVED DISPLAY MESSAGESDriver display:Display messages with graphical symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manualand may differ from the symbols on the driver display. The driver display4 Serviceshows high-priority display messages in red. Certain display messages will beThe Message memory: XXmessage appears on the driver by a warning through the display messages by swiping upwards or downwards#Follow the notifications in the display messages and observe the additionalon the left-hand Touch in this Owner's exit the display: press the G back button.#SYMBOLS WILL ALSO BE SHOWN WITH SOME DISPLAY MESSAGES:Õ Further informationR¨ Hide display messageRYou can select the respective symbol by swiping left or right on the left-handTouch Control. Press Õ to display further information on the central ¨ to hide the display can hide display messages to be acknowledged by pressing the backbutton G or with the left-hand Touch Control. The display messages willthen be stored in the message the cause of a display message as quickly as possible.713F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Introduction
High-priority display messages cannot be hidden. The driver display will show
these display messages continuously until the cause of the display message
has been rectified.
INFORMATION ABOUT DISPLAY MESSAGES
Display messages appear on the driver display.
CALLING UP SAVED DISPLAY MESSAGES
Driver display:
Display messages with graphical symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual
and may differ from the symbols on the driver display. The driver display
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shows high-priority display messages in red. Certain display messages will be
The Message memory: XXmessage appears on the driver display.
accompanied by a warning tone.
Scroll through the display messages by swiping upwards or downwards
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Follow the notifications in the display messages and observe the additional
on the left-hand Touch Control.
information in this Owner's Manual.
To exit the display: press the G back button.
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SYMBOLS WILL ALSO BE SHOWN WITH SOME DISPLAY MESSAGES:
Õ Further information
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¨ Hide display message
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You can select the respective symbol by swiping left or right on the left-hand
Touch Control. Press Õ to display further information on the central display.
Press ¨ to hide the display message.
You can hide display messages to be acknowledged by pressing the back
button G or with the left-hand Touch Control. The display messages will
then be stored in the message memory.
Rectify the cause of a display message as quickly as possible.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesOccupant safetyDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Restraint system malfunction ConsultDANGER&workshopRisk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctionsComponents in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In theevent of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.#RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched onRThe 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journeyRConsult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Front left malfunction Consult workshop714F465 0034 02
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Restraint system malfunction Consult
DANGER
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workshop
Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctions
Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In the
event of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as intended.
You may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board electrical
system.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.
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RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:
The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched on
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The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Front left malfunction Consult workshop
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDANGER&Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctionsComponents in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In theevent of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.#RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched onRThe 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journeyRConsult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Front right malfunction Consult workshop715F465 0034 02
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DANGER
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Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctions
Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In the
event of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as intended.
You may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board electrical
system.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.
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RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:
The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched on
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The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Front right malfunction Consult workshop
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDANGER&Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctionsComponents in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In theevent of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.#RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched onRThe 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journeyRConsult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Second row of seats, left MalfunctionConsult workshop716F465 0034 02
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DANGER
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Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctions
Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In the
event of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as intended.
You may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board electrical
system.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.
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RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:
The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched on
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The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Second row of seats, left Malfunction
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDANGER&Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctionsComponents in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In theevent of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.#RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Second row of seats, right MalfunctionConsult workshop717F465 0034 02
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DANGER
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Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctions
Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In the
event of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as intended.
You may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board electrical
system.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.
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RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:
The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched on.
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The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Second row of seats, right Malfunction
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDANGER&Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctionsComponents in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In theevent of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.#RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Left window airbag malfunction ConsultWARNING&workshopRisk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the windowbagThe windowbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an the windowbag checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#718F465 0034 02
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DANGER
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Risk of fatal injuries due to restraint system malfunctions
Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. In the
event of an accident, the high-voltage on-board electrical system may not be deactivated as intended.
You may suffer an electric shock if you touch the damaged components of the high-voltage on-board electrical
system.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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After an accident, switch off the vehicle immediately.
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RECOGNITION OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT:
The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the vehicle is switched on.
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The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Left window airbag malfunction Consult
WARNING
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workshop
Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the windowbag
The windowbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident.
Have the windowbag checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).6Right window airbag malfunction ConsultWARNING&workshopRisk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the windowbagThe windowbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an the windowbag checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#Front passenger airbag disabled See Own-* The front passenger airbag and the front passenger knee airbag have been disabled even though an adult, or an individual of adult build is occupying the fronter's Manualpassenger seat. If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too &Risk of injury‑ or fatalities if the front passenger airbag is deactivatedIf the front passenger airbag is deactivated, it will not be released in the event of an accident and can not thereforeprovide the protection for which it is occupant on the front passenger seat may then collide with parts of the vehicle interior, forexample, inparticular if they are sitting too close to the correct status of the front passenger airbag both prior to and during the journey.#Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Ensure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat.#Check the status of automatic front passenger airbag shutoff ( / page 118).#If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#719F465 0034 02
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* The restraint system is malfunctioning ( / page 116).
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Right window airbag malfunction Consult
WARNING
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workshop
Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the windowbag
The windowbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident.
Have the windowbag checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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Front passenger airbag disabled See Own-
* The front passenger airbag and the front passenger knee airbag have been disabled even though an adult, or an individual of adult build is occupying the front
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passenger seat. If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too low.
WARNING
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Risk of injury‑ or fatalities if the front passenger airbag is deactivated
If the front passenger airbag is deactivated, it will not be released in the event of an accident and can not therefore
provide the protection for which it is designed.
An occupant on the front passenger seat may then collide with parts of the vehicle interior, forexample, in
particular if they are sitting too close to the cockpit.
Ensure correct status of the front passenger airbag both prior to and during the journey.
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Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Ensure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat.
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Check the status of automatic front passenger airbag shutoff ( / page 118).
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If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFront passenger airbag enabled See Own-* THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG AND THE FRONT PASSENGER KNEE AIRBAG WILL BE ENABLED WHILE THE VEHICLEer's ManualIS IN MOTION IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS:Even when a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the front passenger seatREven when the front passenger seat is not occupiedRThe system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the &Risk of injury or death when using a child restraint system while the front passenger airbag is enabledIf you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag isenabled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an child could be struck by the , both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct.#NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH orSERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Make sure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat.#Check the status of automatic front passenger airbag shutoff ( / page 118).#If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#Occupant presence reminder inoperative* The occupant presence reminder is malfunctioningConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#720F465 0034 02
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Front passenger airbag enabled See Own-
* THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG AND THE FRONT PASSENGER KNEE AIRBAG WILL BE ENABLED WHILE THE VEHICLE
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IS IN MOTION IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS:
Even when a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the front passenger seat
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Even when the front passenger seat is not occupied
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The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the seat.
WARNING
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Risk of injury or death when using a child restraint system while the front passenger airbag is enabled
If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag is
enabled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an accident.
The child could be struck by the airbag.
Ensure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct.
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NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Make sure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat.
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Check the status of automatic front passenger airbag shutoff ( / page 118).
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If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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Occupant presence reminder inoperative
* The occupant presence reminder is malfunctioning
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The occupant presence reminder suspects that there are persons or animals in the rear of the vehicle.æDo not leave any persons or animals behind when leaving the vehicle.#Do not leave persons or animals in thevehicleKeyDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The key battery is discharged.ÁReplace the battery ( / page 165).#Change key batteries* The key is currently undetected.ÁChange the location of the key in the vehicle.#Key not detected (white display mes‐Try to start the vehicle.#sage)If the key is still not detected, place it in the slot for starting with the key ( / page 263).#Start the vehicle.#* The key can no longer be detected during a journey and may no longer be in the vehicle.ÁIF THE KEY IS NO LONGER IN THE VEHICLE AND YOU SWITCH OFF THE VEHICLE:Key not detected (red display message)You will no longer be able to start the will not be able to lock the vehicle that the key is in the vehicle.#721F465 0034 02
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* The occupant presence reminder suspects that there are persons or animals in the rear of the vehicle.
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Do not leave any persons or animals behind when leaving the vehicle.
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Do not leave persons or animals in the
vehicle
Key
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The key battery is discharged.
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Replace the battery ( / page 165).
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Change key batteries
* The key is currently undetected.
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Change the location of the key in the vehicle.
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Key not detected (white display mes‐
Try to start the vehicle.
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sage)
If the key is still not detected, place it in the slot for starting with the key ( / page 263).
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Start the vehicle.
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* The key can no longer be detected during a journey and may no longer be in the vehicle.
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IF THE KEY IS NO LONGER IN THE VEHICLE AND YOU SWITCH OFF THE VEHICLE:
Key not detected (red display message)
You will no longer be able to start the vehicle.
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You will not be able to lock the vehicle centrally.
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Ensure that the key is in the vehicle.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsIf the key is in the vehicle and is still not detected:Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Place the key in the slot for starting the engine with the key ( / page 263).#The key battery is at low capacity or is the battery using the indicator lamp ( / page 162).#Replace the key battery, if necessary ( / page 165).#* The vehicle is processing in order to teach in the new key.ÁWait until processing is complete.#Key being taught in Please waitPlace the key in the marked space See* Key detection is 's ManualChange the location of the key in the vehicle.#Place the key in the marked space for starting the engine with the key ( / page 263).#* Have the key replaced.ÁConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#Replace key722F465 0034 02
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If the key is in the vehicle and is still not detected:
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Place the key in the slot for starting the engine with the key ( / page 263).
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The key battery is at low capacity or is flat.
Check the battery using the indicator lamp ( / page 162).
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Replace the key battery, if necessary ( / page 165).
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* The vehicle is processing in order to teach in the new key.
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Wait until processing is complete.
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Key being taught in Please wait
Place the key in the marked space See
* Key detection is malfunctioning.
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Change the location of the key in the vehicle.
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Place the key in the marked space for starting the engine with the key ( / page 263).
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* Have the key replaced.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Replace key
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesLightsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The exterior lighting is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Malfunction See Owner's ManualIlluminated radiator grille inoperative* The light strip on the illuminated radiator grille is a qualified specialist workshop.#* The light sensor for automatic driving lights is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Automatic driving lights inoperative* The active headlamps are malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Active Light System inoperative* You are driving without low-beam headlamps.:Turn the light switch to the L or à position.#Switch on headlamps* You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on.:Turn the light switch to the à position.#Switch off lightsMULTIBEAM LED Functions limited* The MULTIBEAM LED system is malfunctioning. The lighting system will continue to work, but without the functions of the MULTIBEAM LED a qualified specialist workshop.#723F465 0034 02
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* The exterior lighting is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Malfunction See Owner's Manual
Illuminated radiator grille inoperative
* The light strip on the illuminated radiator grille is malfunctioning.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* The light sensor for automatic driving lights is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Automatic driving lights inoperative
* The active headlamps are malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Active Light System inoperative
* You are driving without low-beam headlamps.
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Turn the light switch to the L or à position.
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Switch on headlamps
* You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on.
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Turn the light switch to the à position.
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Switch off lights
MULTIBEAM LED Functions limited
* The MULTIBEAM LED system is malfunctioning. The lighting system will continue to work, but without the functions of the MULTIBEAM LED system.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The dynamic low beam is malfunctioning. The lighting system continues to function properly without the functions of the Dynamic Light System.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Dynamic low beam inoperativeCheck low beam setting (left/right-side* The type of traffic has been selected )Check the setting and change it manually if necessary ( / page 235).#Low beam setting (left/right-side traffic)* The automatic headlamp conversion for left-hand/right-hand traffic has adjustment onlyChange the headlamps over manually ( / page 235).#Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus currently* Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is temporarily See Owner's ManualThe system limits have been reached ( / page 233).The system will become available again when the cause of the problem is rectified. The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus available again display message will driving.#Operate the high beam manually until Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is available again.#Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus inopera-* Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is driving.#orStop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Until then, operate the high beam manually.#* The front left parking light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Front left parking lights724F465 0034 02
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* The dynamic low beam is malfunctioning. The lighting system continues to function properly without the functions of the Dynamic Light System.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Dynamic low beam inoperative
Check low beam setting (left/right-side
* The type of traffic has been selected manually.
traffic)
Check the setting and change it manually if necessary ( / page 235).
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Low beam setting (left/right-side traffic)
* The automatic headlamp conversion for left-hand/right-hand traffic has malfunctioned.
Manual adjustment only
Change the headlamps over manually ( / page 235).
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Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus currently
* Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is temporarily unavailable.
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The system limits have been reached ( / page 233).
The system will become available again when the cause of the problem is rectified. The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus available again display message will appear.
Continue driving.
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Operate the high beam manually until Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is available again.
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Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus inopera-
* Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is malfunctioning.
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Continue driving.
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Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Until then, operate the high beam manually.
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* The front left parking light is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front left parking lights
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The front right parking light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Front right parking lights* The left low beam is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left low beam* The right low beam is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right low beam* The left tail light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left tail light* The right tail light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right tail light* The left high beam is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left main beam* The right high beam is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right main beam725F465 0034 02
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* The front right parking light is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front right parking lights
* The left low beam is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left low beam
* The right low beam is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right low beam
* The left tail light is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left tail light
* The right tail light is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right tail light
* The left high beam is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left main beam
* The right high beam is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right main beam
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The left daytime running lights are malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left daytime running lights* The right-hand daytime running lights are malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right daytime running lights* The front left turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Front left turn signal* The rear left turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Rear left turn signal* The front right turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Front right turn signal* The rear right turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Rear right turn signal* The turn signal lamp on the left mirror is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left mirror turn signal726F465 0034 02
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* The left daytime running lights are malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left daytime running lights
* The right-hand daytime running lights are malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right daytime running lights
* The front left turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front left turn signal
* The rear left turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Rear left turn signal
* The front right turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front right turn signal
* The rear right turn signal lamp is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Rear right turn signal
* The turn signal lamp on the left mirror is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left mirror turn signal
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The turn signal lamp on the right mirror is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right mirror turn signal* The left brake light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Left brake lamp* The right brake light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Right brake lamp* The third brake light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Third brake lamp* The reversing light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Reversing light* The rear fog light is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Rear fog light* The number plate lamp is malfunctioning.:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Number plate lamp727F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The turn signal lamp on the right mirror is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right mirror turn signal
* The left brake light is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Left brake lamp
* The right brake light is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Right brake lamp
* The third brake light is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Third brake lamp
* The reversing light is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Reversing light
* The rear fog light is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Rear fog light
* The number plate lamp is malfunctioning.
:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Number plate lamp
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsHazard warning lamp system Malfunction* The hazard warning lamp switch is a qualified specialist workshop.#Inoperative indicator lamp in driver dis-* An indicator lamp on the driver's display is . Consult workshopConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#Climate controlDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The high-voltage battery is charging. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched& until the charging process has achieved a minimum state of unavailable High-voltage bat-#tery charging incomplete.* The charge of the high-voltage battery is too low. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched& the high-voltage batteryCurrently unavailable Charge high-voltage#( / page 287).battery* You have attempted to switch on pre-entry climate control more than three times with the vehicle switched off.&Start the vehicle for ten seconds.#Pre-entry climate control is operational -entry climate control via key availableagain after starting vehicle* The charge for the high-voltage battery is too low. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched on.&Charging the high-voltage battery ( / page 287).#Pre-entry climate control via key currentlyPre-entry climate control will become operational again when the high-voltage battery is sufficientlyunavailable. High-voltage battery lowcharged.728F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Hazard warning lamp system Malfunction
* The hazard warning lamp switch is malfunctioning.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Inoperative indicator lamp in driver dis-
* An indicator lamp on the driver's display is defective.
play. Consult workshop
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Climate control
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The high-voltage battery is charging. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched
&
on.
Wait until the charging process has achieved a minimum state of charge.
Currently unavailable High-voltage bat-
#
tery charging incomplete.
* The charge of the high-voltage battery is too low. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched
&
on.
Charge the high-voltage battery
Currently unavailable Charge high-voltage
#
( / page 287).
battery
* You have attempted to switch on pre-entry climate control more than three times with the vehicle switched off.
&
Start the vehicle for ten seconds.
#
Pre-entry climate control is operational again.
Pre-entry climate control via key available
again after starting vehicle
* The charge for the high-voltage battery is too low. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched on.
&
Charging the high-voltage battery ( / page 287).
#
Pre-entry climate control via key currently
Pre-entry climate control will become operational again when the high-voltage battery is sufficiently
unavailable. High-voltage battery low
charged.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDrive systemDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The coolant is too hot.ÿStop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system.#Cooling system malfunction Stop immedi-ately Switch off the vehicleWARNING&Risk of injury due to overheated vehicleIF YOU OPEN THE BONNET IN THE EVENT OF AN OVERHEATED VEHICLE OR FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPART‐MENT, THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS MAY OCCUR:You may come into contact with hot may come into contact with other escaping hot operating the event of overheating or fire in the engine compartment, keep the bonnet closed and call the fire# the overheated vehicle to cool down first if you need to open the bonnet.#Wait until the drive system has cooled down.#Make sure that the air supply to the vehicle radiator is not obstructed.#Avoiding high loads on the drive system, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.#* The drive system is the vehicle transported using only a transporter or trailer ( / page 601).#Towing not permitted See Owner's Man-ual729F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Drive system
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The coolant is too hot.
ÿ
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system.
#
Cooling system malfunction Stop immedi-
ately Switch off the vehicle
WARNING
&
Risk of injury due to overheated vehicle
IF YOU OPEN THE BONNET IN THE EVENT OF AN OVERHEATED VEHICLE OR FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPART‐
MENT, THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS MAY OCCUR:
You may come into contact with hot gases.
R
You may come into contact with other escaping hot operating fluids.
R
In the event of overheating or fire in the engine compartment, keep the bonnet closed and call the fire
#
service.
Allow the overheated vehicle to cool down first if you need to open the bonnet.
#
Wait until the drive system has cooled down.
#
Make sure that the air supply to the vehicle radiator is not obstructed.
#
Avoiding high loads on the drive system, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The drive system is malfunctioning.
v
Have the vehicle transported using only a transporter or trailer ( / page 601).
#
Towing not permitted See Owner's Man-
ual
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The sound generator (acoustic vehicle warning system) is malfunctioning. No vehicle noises are being produced. The vehicle may not be heard by other roadòusers.Drive with particular presence indicator inoperative#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#To switch off the vehicle, press the Start/* You have pressed the start/stop button while the vehicle is in button for at least 3 seconds or 3timesTo switch off the drive system while the vehicle is in motion ( / page 261).#Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual* It is not possible to start the vehicle.A malfunction has occurred in the drive the vehicle off and lock it.#After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.#If the display message appears again and the vehicle does not start, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#* The coolant level is too low.+NOTETop up coolant See Owner’s Manual*Damage to the drive system due to insufficient coolantAvoid long journeys with insufficient coolant.#Have the cooling system of the drive system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.#* The cooling system has detected a component fault.ÿAvoiding high loads on the drive system, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.#730F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The sound generator (acoustic vehicle warning system) is malfunctioning. No vehicle noises are being produced. The vehicle may not be heard by other road
ò
users.
Drive with particular care.
Acoustic presence indicator inoperative
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
To switch off the vehicle, press the Start/
* You have pressed the start/stop button while the vehicle is in motion.
Stop button for at least 3 seconds or 3
times
To switch off the drive system while the vehicle is in motion ( / page 261).
#
Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual
* It is not possible to start the vehicle.
A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.
Switch the vehicle off and lock it.
#
After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.
#
If the display message appears again and the vehicle does not start, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The coolant level is too low.
+
NOTE
Top up coolant See Owner’s Manual
*
Damage to the drive system due to insufficient coolant
Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant.
#
Have the cooling system of the drive system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The cooling system has detected a component fault.
ÿ
Avoiding high loads on the drive system, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* You cannot pull away while the charging cable is connected.èDisconnect the charging cable from the vehicle.#Charger cable connectedNot possible to unlock charging cable* The charging cable connector cannot be removed from the vehicle Owner's ManualIf the charging cable is under strain, relieve the strain on the charging cable connector by carefully pulling on the charging cable.#Press the charging interruption button ( / page 300).#If the charging cable connector cannot be removed after that:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Vehicle not currently being charged Try a* A malfunction has occurred in the charging station or the RFID card is not charging stationStart the charging process at a different charging station.#orUse an alternative authentication method or payment method.#Charging fault Please change charging* A temporary malfunction has occurred in the charging See Owner's ManualWait until the malfunction has passed.#orStart the charging process at a different charging station.#orUse an alternative authentication method or payment method.#AC charging inoperative Consult work-* The charging process cannot be started due to a a qualified specialist workshop.#731F465 0034 02
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* You cannot pull away while the charging cable is connected.
è
Disconnect the charging cable from the vehicle.
#
Charger cable connected
Not possible to unlock charging cable
* The charging cable connector cannot be removed from the vehicle socket.
See Owner's Manual
If the charging cable is under strain, relieve the strain on the charging cable connector by carefully pulling on the charging cable.
#
Press the charging interruption button ( / page 300).
#
If the charging cable connector cannot be removed after that:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Vehicle not currently being charged Try a
* A malfunction has occurred in the charging station or the RFID card is not recognised.
different charging station
Start the charging process at a different charging station.
#
or
Use an alternative authentication method or payment method.
#
Charging fault Please change charging
* A temporary malfunction has occurred in the charging station.
method See Owner's Manual
Wait until the malfunction has passed.
#
or
Start the charging process at a different charging station.
#
or
Use an alternative authentication method or payment method.
#
AC charging inoperative Consult work-
* The charging process cannot be started due to a malfunction.
shop
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDC charging inoperative Consult work-* The charging process cannot be started due to a a qualified specialist workshop.#Reduced drive power See Owner's Manual* The drive system is outside the normal operating temperature range, e.g. due to extremely low or high outside system power output is reduced. The yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp is the operating temperature of the drive system returns to normal (e.g. after a short trip), the full output will be available again. The display message and theyellow _ reduced-power warning lamp will go on carefully.#* The high-voltage battery is not charged system power output is reduced. The yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp is on carefully.#Charge the high-voltage battery immedi‐#ately.* If the drive system power output is still reduced, there is a fault in the drive on carefully.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Charge high-voltage battery if the vehicle* Due to a possible drop in temperature of the high-voltage battery, the starting ability or the range may drop significantly until the vehicle iswill be parked for an extended period outside the high-voltage battery#( / page 287).Please wait in READY status Warming bat-* Operational readiness is established õ and the transmission position j is See Owner's ManualThe high-voltage battery is warmed up to the operating temperature. This process can take a few minutes and may be prolonged if defrosting of the windscreen¬ is heating process ends when transmission position h is engaged. However, when you are driving, the output will be significantly limited until thehigh-voltage battery has reached its operating temperature.732F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
DC charging inoperative Consult work-
* The charging process cannot be started due to a malfunction.
shop
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Reduced drive power See Owner's Manual
* The drive system is outside the normal operating temperature range, e.g. due to extremely low or high outside temperatures.
Drive system power output is reduced. The yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp is on.
Once the operating temperature of the drive system returns to normal (e.g. after a short trip), the full output will be available again. The display message and the
yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp will go out.
Drive on carefully.
#
* The high-voltage battery is not charged sufficiently.
Drive system power output is reduced. The yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp is on.
Drive on carefully.
#
Charge the high-voltage battery immedi‐
#
ately.
* If the drive system power output is still reduced, there is a fault in the drive system.
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Charge high-voltage battery if the vehicle
* Due to a possible drop in temperature of the high-voltage battery, the starting ability or the range may drop significantly until the vehicle is
will be parked for an extended period at
restarted.
low outside temperatures.
Charge the high-voltage battery
#
( / page 287).
Please wait in READY status Warming bat-
* Operational readiness is established õ and the transmission position j is engaged.
tery See Owner's Manual
The high-voltage battery is warmed up to the operating temperature. This process can take a few minutes and may be prolonged if defrosting of the windscreen
¬ is activated.
The heating process ends when transmission position h is engaged. However, when you are driving, the output will be significantly limited until the
high-voltage battery has reached its operating temperature.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsPreparing drive system…* The insulation of the drive system is being tested. This process can last for up to ten seconds.* The charge level of the high-voltage battery is so low that it is no longer possible to drive the vehicle. The drive system can no longer beÛrestarted.When the drive system is restarted, the message Battery capacity too low Stop Charge immediately will appear capacity too low Stop ChargeimmediatelyStop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Charge the high-voltage battery#( / page 287).* The high-voltage battery has overheated. There is a risk of fire.ÛStop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Battery overheated Stop. Everybody exitIf possible, stop the vehicle in the open air and ensure that all vehicle occupants exit the ! Outdoors if possible#Supporting vehicle functions may activate automatically (e.g. the climate control's air-recirculation mode).%Do not continue driving.#In the event of smoke, leave the danger zone and notify the fire service immediately.#Notify a qualified specialist workshop even if there are no external signs of fire.#* The drive system is malfunctioning. A warning tone will also sound.ÛConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#Malfunction* The drive system is malfunctioning.ÛConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#Malfunction Visit workshop733F465 0034 02
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Preparing drive system…
* The insulation of the drive system is being tested. This process can last for up to ten seconds.
* The charge level of the high-voltage battery is so low that it is no longer possible to drive the vehicle. The drive system can no longer be
Û
restarted.
When the drive system is restarted, the message Battery capacity too low Stop Charge immediately will appear again.
Battery capacity too low Stop Charge
immediately
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
#
Charge the high-voltage battery
#
( / page 287).
* The high-voltage battery has overheated. There is a risk of fire.
Û
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
#
Battery overheated Stop. Everybody exit
If possible, stop the vehicle in the open air and ensure that all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle.
vehicle! Outdoors if possible
#
Supporting vehicle functions may activate automatically (e.g. the climate control's air-recirculation mode).
%
Do not continue driving.
#
In the event of smoke, leave the danger zone and notify the fire service immediately.
#
Notify a qualified specialist workshop even if there are no external signs of fire.
#
* The drive system is malfunctioning. A warning tone will also sound.
Û
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Malfunction
* The drive system is malfunctioning.
Û
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Malfunction Visit workshop
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* A function restriction has occurred in the drive system.ÛConsult a qualified specialist workshop.#Have high-voltage system checked SeeOwner's ManualConsult workshop without starting the* It is not possible to restart the drive system due to a againDo not switch off the drive system; continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.#* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery.ÛOutput and range will be severely power and range reduced See Own-Switch the vehicle off and lock 's Manual#After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.#If the display message appears again:Drive on carefully.#Fully charge the high-voltage battery#( / page 287).If the output and range are still reduced, there is a malfunction in the drive on carefully.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual* It is not possible to start the vehicle.A malfunction has occurred in the drive the vehicle off and lock it.#734F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* A function restriction has occurred in the drive system.
Û
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Have high-voltage system checked See
Owner's Manual
Consult workshop without starting the
* It is not possible to restart the drive system due to a malfunction.
vehicle again
Do not switch off the drive system; continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
#
* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery.
Û
Output and range will be severely restricted.
Drive power and range reduced See Own-
Switch the vehicle off and lock it.
er's Manual
#
After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.
#
If the display message appears again:
Drive on carefully.
#
Fully charge the high-voltage battery
#
( / page 287).
If the output and range are still reduced, there is a malfunction in the drive system.
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual
* It is not possible to start the vehicle.
A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.
Switch the vehicle off and lock it.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsAfter waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.#If the display message appears again and the vehicle does not start, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Drive malfunction Achievable speed limi-* The drive system is Stop soonThe maximum vehicle speed is restricted. The drive system will shut off within a few the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system. Do not continue driving.#Do not tow the vehicle; stop towing if necessary.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Drive malfunction Achievable speed* The drive system is limited See Owner's ManualThe maximum vehicle speed is the vehicle off and then back on#If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#* The charge level of the high-voltage battery has dropped into the reserveôrange.Charge the high-voltage batteryReserve level Charge high-voltage battery#( / page 287).* The drive system is malfunctioning. The output of your vehicle is a qualified specialist workshop.#Malfunction* The drive system is the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system. Do not continue driving.#Stop Switch off the vehicleDo not tow the vehicle; stop towing if necessary.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#735F465 0034 02
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again.
#
If the display message appears again and the vehicle does not start, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Drive malfunction Achievable speed limi-
* The drive system is malfunctioning.
ted Stop soon
The maximum vehicle speed is restricted. The drive system will shut off within a few kilometres.
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system. Do not continue driving.
#
Do not tow the vehicle; stop towing if necessary.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Drive malfunction Achievable speed
* The drive system is malfunctioning.
severely limited See Owner's Manual
The maximum vehicle speed is restricted.
Switch the vehicle off and then back on
#
If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The charge level of the high-voltage battery has dropped into the reserve
ô
range.
Charge the high-voltage battery
Reserve level Charge high-voltage battery
#
( / page 287).
* The drive system is malfunctioning. The output of your vehicle is restricted.
d
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Malfunction
* The drive system is malfunctioning.
d
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system. Do not continue driving.
#
Stop Switch off the vehicle
Do not tow the vehicle; stop towing if necessary.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* A malfunction has occurred in the transmission may not be possible to engage or disengage the LOW RANGE off-road Visit workshopSwitch the vehicle off and then back on#If the display message still appears:Drive on carefully.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#* The drive system is outside the normal operating temperature range, e.g. due to extremely low or high outside system power output is reduced. The yellow reduced-power warning lamp _ is severely limitedOnce the operating temperature of the drive system returns to normal (e.g. after a short trip), the full output will be available again. The display message and theyellow _ reduced-power warning lamp will go on carefully.#If the output and range are still reduced, there is a malfunction in the drive and range will be severely the vehicle off and then back on#If the display message still appears:Drive on carefully.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#High-voltage battery malfunction. No* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage in approx. XXX km Consult workshop(yellow display message)It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been the necessary maintenance work on the high-voltage battery carried out at a qualified specialist work‐#shop.736F465 0034 02
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* A malfunction has occurred in the transmission system.
d
It may not be possible to engage or disengage the LOW RANGE off-road gear.
Malfunction Visit workshop
Switch the vehicle off and then back on
#
If the display message still appears:
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The drive system is outside the normal operating temperature range, e.g. due to extremely low or high outside temperatures.
d
Drive system power output is reduced. The yellow reduced-power warning lamp _ is on.
Performance severely limited
Once the operating temperature of the drive system returns to normal (e.g. after a short trip), the full output will be available again. The display message and the
yellow _ reduced-power warning lamp will go out.
Drive on carefully.
#
If the output and range are still reduced, there is a malfunction in the drive system.
Output and range will be severely restricted.
Switch the vehicle off and then back on
#
If the display message still appears:
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
High-voltage battery malfunction. No
* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery.
start in approx. XXX km Consult workshop
(yellow display message)
It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been covered.
Have the necessary maintenance work on the high-voltage battery carried out at a qualified specialist work‐
#
shop.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsHigh-voltage battery malfunction. No* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage in approx. XXX km Consult work-shop(red display message)It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been the necessary maintenance work on the high-voltage battery carried out immediately at a qualified specialist work‐#-voltage battery malfunction. Consult* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage without starting the vehicleagainIt will no longer be possible to restart the drive system once it has been switched not switch off the drive system; continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.#VehicleDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The driver display is inoperative due to a failed software display message will be shown every time the engine is &Risk of accident if the driver's display failsIf the driver's display fails or malfunctions, you may not be aware of any functional limitations to safety-criticalsystems. This may affect the operating safety of the the vehicle safely as soon as possible and notify a qualified specialist workshop.#If the operating safety of your vehicle is impaired, park the vehicle immediately and safely. Contact a qualified specialist the driver display fails, you may not recognise e.g. function restrictions affecting systems relevant to safety or the speed display. The operating safety of thevehicle may be impaired ( / page 435).Have the vehicle checked by a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#737F465 0034 02
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
High-voltage battery malfunction. No
* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery.
start in approx. XXX km Consult work-
shop(red display message)
It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been covered.
Have the necessary maintenance work on the high-voltage battery carried out immediately at a qualified specialist work‐
#
shop.
High-voltage battery malfunction. Consult
* A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery.
workshop without starting the vehicle
again
It will no longer be possible to restart the drive system once it has been switched off.
Do not switch off the drive system; continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
#
Vehicle
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The driver display is inoperative due to a failed software update.
The display message will be shown every time the engine is started.
WARNING
&
Risk of accident if the driver's display fails
If the driver's display fails or malfunctions, you may not be aware of any functional limitations to safety-critical
systems. This may affect the operating safety of the vehicle.
Park the vehicle safely as soon as possible and notify a qualified specialist workshop.
#
If the operating safety of your vehicle is impaired, park the vehicle immediately and safely. Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
If the driver display fails, you may not recognise e.g. function restrictions affecting systems relevant to safety or the speed display. The operating safety of the
vehicle may be impaired ( / page 435).
Have the vehicle checked by a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* You are exiting the vehicle with vehicle traction standby out of the vehicle, secure it against rolling away and take the key with you.#Vehicle is operational Switch off vehicleIf you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers (e.g. the seat heating). Otherwise, the 12‑V battery may discharge and starting thebefore exiting#engine may be possible only with the help of a second battery (starting assistance).Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual* The vehicle cannot be the vehicle off and then back on#If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Vehicle is ready to drive Shutdown* You are about to leave the vehicle and the engine is when locked or automatically inXX minsThe vehicle will switch off automatically in 20 prevent the vehicle from switching off automatically, acknowledge the message on the central display of the multimedia system.#* You are in the vehicle. Park position j is engaged and the engine is a certain holding time, this display message will appear on the driver display. The vehicle will then switch off automatically after a total of 20 minutes ofholding prevent the vehicle from switching off automatically, acknowledge the message on the central display of the multimedia system.#Vehicle is ready to drive Shutdown* You are exiting the vehicle with operational readiness when locked or automatically ina few minutesGet out of the vehicle, secure it against rolling away and take the key with you.#If you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers (e.g. the seat heating). Otherwise, the 12‑V battery may discharge and starting the#engine will only be possible with the help of a second battery (starting assistance).Incline too steep To switch off
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Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* You are exiting the vehicle with vehicle traction standby established.
d
Get out of the vehicle, secure it against rolling away and take the key with you.
#
Vehicle is operational Switch off vehicle
If you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers (e.g. the seat heating). Otherwise, the 12‑V battery may discharge and starting the
before exiting
#
engine may be possible only with the help of a second battery (starting assistance).
Cannot start vehicle See Owner's Manual
* The vehicle cannot be started.
Switch the vehicle off and then back on
#
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Vehicle is ready to drive Shutdown
* You are about to leave the vehicle and the engine is running.
occurs when locked or automatically in
XX mins
The vehicle will switch off automatically in 20 minutes.
To prevent the vehicle from switching off automatically, acknowledge the message on the central display of the multimedia system.
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* You are in the vehicle. Park position j is engaged and the engine is running.
After a certain holding time, this display message will appear on the driver display. The vehicle will then switch off automatically after a total of 20 minutes of
holding time.
To prevent the vehicle from switching off automatically, acknowledge the message on the central display of the multimedia system.
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Vehicle is ready to drive Shutdown
* You are exiting the vehicle with operational readiness established.
occurs when locked or automatically in
a few minutes
Get out of the vehicle, secure it against rolling away and take the key with you.
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If you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers (e.g. the seat heating). Otherwise, the 12‑V battery may discharge and starting the
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engine will only be possible with the help of a second battery (starting assistance).
Incline too steep To switch off vehicle,
* The angle of the vehicle is greater than 45%; it should not be switched off.
press start/stop button for 3 sec. or 3
times
To prevent the vehicle from slipping, a function to provide braking assistance on steep inclines will be active while the LOW RANGE off-road gear is engaged.
This assistance will be deactivated when you switch off the vehicle.
Note the information about switching off the vehicle while it is moving ( / page 261).
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The design box at the rear-end door is open.+Close the design box at the rear-end door.#* The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.¥Top up the washer fluid ( / page 31).#Top up washer fluidWiper Malfunction* The windscreen wiper is the vehicle.#If the display message still appears:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#LOW RANGE on Engage drive range Func-* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is restricted See Owner's ManualNote the differing properties and functions compared with the HIGH RANGE ( / page 283) on-road position and the information on driving off-road( / page 267).Shift to h or k.#LOW RANGE off Engage drive range* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is disengaged and the HIGH RANGE on-road position is to h or k.#To drive the incline activate LOW RANGE* The torque generated in the HIGH RANGE on-road position may not be sufficient for climbing uphill the LOW RANGE button to improve safety for driving off road.#Drive on#Not possible to exit LOW RANGE Incline* The shifting conditions have not been steepReduce the incline to less than 30%.#739F465 0034 02
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* The design box at the rear-end door is open.
+
Close the design box at the rear-end door.
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* The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
¥
Top up the washer fluid ( / page 31).
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Top up washer fluid
Wiper Malfunction
* The windscreen wiper is malfunctioning.
Restart the vehicle.
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If the display message still appears:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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LOW RANGE on Engage drive range Func-
* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is engaged.
tions restricted See Owner's Manual
Note the differing properties and functions compared with the HIGH RANGE ( / page 283) on-road position and the information on driving off-road
( / page 267).
Shift to h or k.
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LOW RANGE off Engage drive range
* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is disengaged and the HIGH RANGE on-road position is engaged.
Shift to h or k.
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To drive the incline activate LOW RANGE
* The torque generated in the HIGH RANGE on-road position may not be sufficient for climbing uphill gradients.
Press the LOW RANGE button to improve safety for driving off road.
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Drive on
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Not possible to exit LOW RANGE Incline
* The shifting conditions have not been met.
too steep
Reduce the incline to less than 30%.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTo activate the HIGH RANGE on-road position, press the LOW RANGE button again.#LOW RANGE only in Rock* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is only available in drive program G Rock .Activate the G Rock drive program.#LOW RANGE Max. speed 70 km/h or* You are driving above the threshold of 70 km/h for deactivating the LOW RANGE off-road deactivate the gear change, press the LOW RANGE button again.#Reduce your speed.#Repeat the gear change.#LOW RANGE Max. speed 40 km/h or* You are driving above the threshold of 40 km/h for activating the LOW RANGE off-road deactivate the gear change, press the LOW RANGE button again.#Reduce your speed.#Repeat the gear change.#Offroad crawl inoperative* The smart off-road crawl function is on#If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.#G-TURN currently unavailable See Own-* G-Turn is temporarily unavaila‐er's is an error in the system.G-TURN Can only be started when the* Use G-Turn only when the vehicle is is stationaryG-turn can be activated only when the vehicle is station‐# with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).740F465 0034 02
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To activate the HIGH RANGE on-road position, press the LOW RANGE button again.
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LOW RANGE only in Rock
* The LOW RANGE off-road gear is only available in drive program G Rock .
Activate the G Rock drive program.
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LOW RANGE Max. speed 70 km/h or
* You are driving above the threshold of 70 km/h for deactivating the LOW RANGE off-road gear.
deactivate
To deactivate the gear change, press the LOW RANGE button again.
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Reduce your speed.
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Repeat the gear change.
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LOW RANGE Max. speed 40 km/h or
* You are driving above the threshold of 40 km/h for activating the LOW RANGE off-road gear.
deactivate
To deactivate the gear change, press the LOW RANGE button again.
#
Reduce your speed.
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Repeat the gear change.
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Offroad crawl inoperative
* The smart off-road crawl function is malfunctioning.
Drive on
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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G-TURN currently unavailable See Own-
* G-Turn is temporarily unavaila‐
er's Manual
ble.
There is an error in the system.
G-TURN Can only be started when the
* Use G-Turn only when the vehicle is stationary.
vehicle is stationary
G-turn can be activated only when the vehicle is station‐
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ary.
Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsG-TURN Engage drive range D* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been to h.#Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).G-TURN Only in LOW RANGE* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been the LOW RANGE off-road gear.#Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).G-TURN Apply brakes* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been the brake pedal to activate G-# with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).G-TURN To turn vehicle, hold steering* G-Turn can be gearshift paddle and depress accel-erator pedalHold down the corresponding steering wheel paddle shifter and depress the accelerator pedal.#G-TURN not possible at this point Vehicle* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been too steep an angleActivate and use G-Turn only on a level sur‐# with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).G-TURN Straighten wheels* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been the front wheels to the straight-ahead posi‐#tion.741F465 0034 02
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G-TURN Engage drive range D
* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been met.
Shift to h.
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Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
G-TURN Only in LOW RANGE
* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been met.
Select the LOW RANGE off-road gear.
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Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
G-TURN Apply brakes
* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been met.
Depress the brake pedal to activate G-
#
turn.
Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
G-TURN To turn vehicle, hold steering
* G-Turn can be started.
wheel gearshift paddle and depress accel-
erator pedal
Hold down the corresponding steering wheel paddle shifter and depress the accelerator pedal.
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G-TURN not possible at this point Vehicle
* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been met.
at too steep an angle
Activate and use G-Turn only on a level sur‐
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face.
Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
G-TURN Straighten wheels
* The requirement for using G-Turn has not been met.
Move the front wheels to the straight-ahead posi‐
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsComply with the requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327).G-TURN cancelled Drive range P active* A cancellation condition has position j has been selected automatically and the electric parking brake drive range h or k to continue.#orActivate G-Turn# with the note and requirements for using G-Turn#( / page 327, 328).G-STEERING currently unavailable See* G-STEERING CANNOT BE ENABLED. POSSIBLE CAUSES:Owner's ManualG-Turn is activeRA malfunction has occurred in the drive systemRESP ® is malfunctioningRWARNING&Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioningIf ESP ® is malfunctioning, ESP ® cannot carry out vehicle stabilisation. In addition, other driving safety systems areswitched on carefully.#Have ESP ® checked at a qualified specialist workshop.#742F465 0034 02
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Comply with the requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327).
G-TURN cancelled Drive range P active
* A cancellation condition has occurred.
Park position j has been selected automatically and the electric parking brake applied.
Engage drive range h or k to continue.
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or
Activate G-Turn
#
again.
Comply with the note and requirements for using G-Turn
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( / page 327, 328).
G-STEERING currently unavailable See
* G-STEERING CANNOT BE ENABLED. POSSIBLE CAUSES:
Owner's Manual
G-Turn is active
R
A malfunction has occurred in the drive system
R
ESP ® is malfunctioning
R
WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning
If ESP ® is malfunctioning, ESP ® cannot carry out vehicle stabilisation. In addition, other driving safety systems are
switched off.
Drive on carefully.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsComply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering#( / page 330).If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Extreme caution should be afforded if you continue driving in this#situation.G-STEERING Only in LOW RANGE* G-steering is available only in LOW RANGE off-road the LOW RANGE off-road gear.#Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering#( / page 330).G-STEERING Only possible when driving* You are driving faster than 60 kmh or gear h is not engaged. G-Steering cannot beforwards to h.#Do not exceed 60 kmh.#Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering#( / page 330).G-STEERING Reduce speed to activate* You are driving faster than 25 km/ speed to activate G-Steer‐# with the activation conditions for using G-Steering#( / page 330).G-STEERING cancelled* G-Steering was cancelled because at least one of the activation conditions had not with the activation conditions for using G-Steering#( / page 330).743F465 0034 02
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Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering
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( / page 330).
If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Extreme caution should be afforded if you continue driving in this
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situation.
G-STEERING Only in LOW RANGE
* G-steering is available only in LOW RANGE off-road gear.
Select the LOW RANGE off-road gear.
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Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering
#
( / page 330).
G-STEERING Only possible when driving
* You are driving faster than 60 kmh or gear h is not engaged. G-Steering cannot be
forwards slowly
enabled.
Shift to h.
#
Do not exceed 60 kmh.
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Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering
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( / page 330).
G-STEERING Reduce speed to activate
* You are driving faster than 25 km/h.
Reduce speed to activate G-Steer‐
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ing.
Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering
#
( / page 330).
G-STEERING cancelled
* G-Steering was cancelled because at least one of the activation conditions had not been
met.
Comply with the activation conditions for using G-Steering
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( / page 330).
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The steering is malfunctioning. Steering capability is significantly impaired.ÙWARNINGSteering malfunction Stop immediately&See Owner's ManualRisk of accident if steering capability is impairedIf the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.#Do not continue driving under any a qualified specialist workshop.#Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#* The power steering assistance is malfunctioning.ÙWARNINGSteering malfunction Increased physical&effort See Owner's ManualRisk of an accident due to altered steering characteristicsIf the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.#Visit or consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#If safe steering is possible, continue driving with caution.#Consult or notify a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#744F465 0034 02
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* The steering is malfunctioning. Steering capability is significantly impaired.
Ù
WARNING
Steering malfunction Stop immediately
&
See Owner's Manual
Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired
If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardised.
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
#
Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The power steering assistance is malfunctioning.
Ù
WARNING
Steering malfunction Increased physical
&
effort See Owner's Manual
Risk of an accident due to altered steering characteristics
If the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to steer.
If safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.
#
Visit or consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
#
If safe steering is possible, continue driving with caution.
#
Consult or notify a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The bonnet is open.?WARNING&Risk of accident due to driving with the bonnet unlockedThe bonnet may open and block your release the bonnet when driving.#Before every trip, ensure that the engine bonnet is locked.#Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.#* At least one door is all doors.#Max. speed 10 km/h* The maximum reliable speed for fording of 10 kmh has been more slowly.#TransmissionDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsRisk of rolling in N Incline too steep To* Selector lever not held for long enough in position to N, hold selector lever longer inposition NTo prevent the vehicle from slipping, a function to provide braking assistance on steep inclines will be active while the LOW RANGE off-road gear is assistance will be deactivated once neutral i is prevent accidental gear changes, it will be possible to shift to neutral i only if the selector lever is held at i for an extended the selector lever is not held for long enough, the last gear selected will remain engaged.745F465 0034 02
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* The bonnet is open.
?
WARNING
&
Risk of accident due to driving with the bonnet unlocked
The bonnet may open and block your view.
Never release the bonnet when driving.
#
Before every trip, ensure that the engine bonnet is locked.
#
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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* At least one door is open.
C
Close all doors.
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Max. speed 10 km/h
* The maximum reliable speed for fording of 10 kmh has been exceeded.
Drive more slowly.
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Transmission
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Risk of rolling in N Incline too steep To
* Selector lever not held for long enough in position i.
shift to N, hold selector lever longer in
position N
To prevent the vehicle from slipping, a function to provide braking assistance on steep inclines will be active while the LOW RANGE off-road gear is engaged.
This assistance will be deactivated once neutral i is engaged.
To prevent accidental gear changes, it will be possible to shift to neutral i only if the selector lever is held at i for an extended period.
If the selector lever is not held for long enough, the last gear selected will remain engaged.
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N is selected Please select desired trans-
* The accelerator pedal was depressed while the vehicle was rolling or moving in neutral i.
mission position
To accelerate the vehicle, select transmission position h or k.
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Only select P when vehicle is stationary
* It is possible to select the park position j only if the vehicle is stationary.
Depress the brake pedal to stop.
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Shift the transmission to park position j when the vehicle is stationary.
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Apply brake to deselect P position
* You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j and into another transmission position.
Depress the brake pedal.
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Select transmission position h, k or neutral i.
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Apply brake and start vehicle to shift out
* You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j or neutral i and into another transmission position.
of P or N
Depress the brake pedal.
#
Start the vehicle.
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Change the transmission position.
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Apply brake to engage D or R
* You have attempted to select transmission position h or k.
Depress the brake pedal.
#
Select transmission position h or k.
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Apply brake to engage R
* You have attempted to select transmission position k.
Depress the brake pedal.
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Select transmission position k.
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Apply parking brake to park Visit work-
* A malfunction has occurred in the emergency power supply to park position j.
shop
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Until then, always select park position j manually before you switch off the vehicle.
#
Before exiting the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake.
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Risk of vehicle rolling away Driver's door
* The driver's door is not fully closed and transmission position h, k or neutral i is selected.
open Transmission not in P
The vehicle may roll away.
Select park position j when switching off the vehicle.
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Risk of vehicle rolling away Apply parking
* The transmission is malfunctioning. Park position j cannot be selected.
brake to park
Park the vehicle safely.
#
Use the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away.
#
On gradients, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle will roll towards the kerb if it starts moving.
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N permanently active Risk of vehicle roll-
* Neutral i has been engaged while the vehicle is moving or while you are driving.
ing
Depress the brake pedal to stop.
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Shift the transmission to park position j when the vehicle is stationary.
#
To continue driving, select transmission position h or k.
#
Reversing not poss. Consult workshop
* The transmission is malfunctioning. It is not possible to select transmission position k.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Transmission Malfunction Stop
* The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission shifts to neutral i automatically.
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Depress the brake pedal.
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Engage park position j.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
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* The transmission is malfunctioning. It is no longer possible to change the transmission position.
transmission position
If transmission position h is selected, consult a qualified specialist workshop and do not change the transmission position.
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For all other transmission positions, park the vehicle safely.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Auxiliary battery malfunction (white dis‐
* There is a malfunction in the auxiliary battery.
play message)
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Until then, always select park position j manually before you switch off the vehicle.
#
Before leaving the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake.
#
Auxiliary battery malfunction (red display
* There is a malfunction in the auxiliary battery.
message)
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Until then, always select park position j manually before you switch off the vehicle.
#
Before leaving the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake.
#
Brakes
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The yellow indicator lamp ! is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
!
To apply:
Parking brake See Owner's Manual
Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.
#
Apply the electric parking brake manually ( / page 318).
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If it is not possible to apply the electric parking brake:
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away.
#
* The yellow indicator lamp ! and the red indicator lamp ! are lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
To release:
Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.
#
Release the electric parking brake manually ( / page 318).
#
or
Release the electric parking brake automatically ( / page 317).
#
If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake:
Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
* The yellow indicator lamp ! is lit and the red indicator lamp ! is flashing. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.
#
To apply:
Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually ( / page 318).
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To release:
Apply and then release the electric parking brake manually.
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If it is not possible to apply the electric parking brake or the red indicator lamp ! continues flashing:
Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away.
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The yellow indicator lamp ! is lit and the red indicator lamp ! flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied orreleased. It then remains lit or goes out. The electric parking brake is the state of charge is too low:Charge the 12 V battery ( / page 52).#To apply:Switch off the vehicle.#The electric parking brake will be applied you do not want the electric parking brake to be applied (e.g. at a car wash or when the vehicle is being towed), leave the vehicle switched on. This does notapply when having the vehicle towed with the rear axle the electric parking brake is not applied automatically:Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.#Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually ( / page 318).#If it is still not possible to apply the electric parking brake:Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away.#To release:If the conditions for automatic release are fulfilled and the electric parking brake is not released automatically, release the electric parking brake#manually ( / page 318).If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake:Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#750F465 0034 02
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* The yellow indicator lamp ! is lit and the red indicator lamp ! flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or
released. It then remains lit or goes out. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
If the state of charge is too low:
Charge the 12 V battery ( / page 52).
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To apply:
Switch off the vehicle.
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The electric parking brake will be applied automatically.
If you do not want the electric parking brake to be applied (e.g. at a car wash or when the vehicle is being towed), leave the vehicle switched on. This does not
apply when having the vehicle towed with the rear axle raised.
If the electric parking brake is not applied automatically:
Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.
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Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually ( / page 318).
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If it is still not possible to apply the electric parking brake:
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away.
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To release:
If the conditions for automatic release are fulfilled and the electric parking brake is not released automatically, release the electric parking brake
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manually ( / page 318).
If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake:
Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
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* The red indicator lamp ! is flashing.
!
THE ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING:
Release parking brake
A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( / page 317).
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You are performing emergency braking using the electric parking brake ( / page 319).
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Check the conditions for automatic release of the electric parking brake.
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Release the electric parking brake manually.
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* The red indicator lamp !is lit.
!
You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the vehicle switched off.
Parking brake Switch on vehicle to release
Switch on the vehicle.
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* The brake force boosting function is impaired.
J
The hill start assist may be impaired.
Malfunction See Owner's Manual
WARNING
&
Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction
If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
Drive on carefully.
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Have the brake system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Adjust your speed and drive on carefully, leaving a suitable distance to the vehicle in front.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* The brake force boosting function is impaired and the braking characteristics may be affected.
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WARNING
Malfunction Stop vehicle
&
Risk of accident and injury if brake force boosting is malfunctioning
If brake force boosting is malfunctioning, increased brake pedal force may be necessary for braking. The braking
characteristics may be impaired. The braking distance can increase in emergency braking situations.
Stop in a safe location immediately. Do not continue driving!
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Parking brake or park pawl fault Incline
* The electric parking brake or park position j is malfunctioning.
too steep Reduce incline
Move the vehicle to a level surface immediately.
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Do not park the vehicle on a gradient because it will not be possible to secure the vehicle.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop
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* There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
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Check brake fluid level
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WARNING
&
Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level
If the brake fluid level is too low, the braking effect and the braking characteristics may be impaired.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue
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driving.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Do not top up the brake fluid.
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Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
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Do not top up the brake fluid.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Check brake pads See Owner's Manual
* The brakepads have reached the wear limit.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Function limited See Owner's Manual
* At least one of the main functions of ADC Comfort is malfunctioning.
The system is outside the operating temperature range or the on-board electrical system voltage is too low.
Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again.
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NOTE
*
The vehicle's suspension and damping behaviour is restricted. The vehicle body may tilt heavily to the side
during cornering.
Drive on carefully.
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Reduce speed considerably before taking a bend.
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Avoid sudden steering movements.
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Drive on carefully.
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Reduce speed considerably before taking a bend.
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Avoid sudden steering movements.
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* ABS and ESP ® are temporarily unavailable.
!÷
Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be temporarily unavailable.
currently unavailable See Owner's Man-
The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation.
ual (ABS and ESP ® )
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WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning
The wheels may lock during braking and ESP ® does not perform any vehicle stabilisation.
The steerability and braking characteristics are heavily impaired and the braking distance may increase. In addition,
other driving safety systems are switched off.
Drive carefully on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 30 km/h.
#
If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive
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carefully.
Drive carefully on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 30 km/h.
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If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive carefully.
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* ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning.
!÷
Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning.
inoperative See Owner's Manual (ABS
The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation.
and ESP ® )
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WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning
The wheels may block during braking and ESP ® does not perform any vehicle stabilization.
The steerability and braking characteristics are heavily impaired and the braking distance may increase. In addition,
other driving safety systems are switched off.
Drive on carefully.
#
Have ABS and ESP ® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* ESP ® is temporarily unavailable.
÷
Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning.
currently unavailable See Owner's Man-
ual (ESP ® )
WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if ESP is malfunctioning ®
If ESP ® is malfunctioning, ESP ® cannot carry out vehicle stabilisation. In addition, other driving safety systems are
switched off.
Drive carefully on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 30 km/h.
#
If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive
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carefully.
Drive carefully on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 30 km/h.
#
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If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive carefully.
#
* ESP ® is malfunctioning.
÷
Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning.
inoperative See Owner's Manual (ESP ® )
The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation.
WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning
If ESP ® is malfunctioning, ESP ® cannot carry out vehicle stabilisation. In addition, other driving safety systems are
switched off.
Drive on carefully.
#
Have ESP ® checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
#
* EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning.
T!
Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning.
÷
inoperative See Owner's Manual (EBD,
ABS and ESP ® )
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WARNING
&
Risk of skidding if EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning
The wheels may block during braking and ESP ® does not perform any vehicle stabilization.
The steerability and braking characteristics are heavily impaired and the braking distance may increase. In addition,
other driving safety systems are switched off.
Drive on carefully.
#
Have the brake system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Drive on carefully.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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* The HOLD function is deactivated due to the vehicle sliding or because a condition for activation is not fulfilled.
ë
Reactivate the HOLD function later or check the activation conditions for the HOLD function ( / page 325).
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Off
ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a break!
* ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver ( / page 331).
If necessary, take a break.
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ATTENTION ASSIST inoperative
* ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver ( / page 331).
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If necessary, take a break.
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ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a break!
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* The limiter can temporarily not be engaged. Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again.
È
- - - km/h
* If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the point of resistance (kickdown), the limiter will be switched to passive mode ( / page 332).
È
passive
Limiter inoperative
* The limiter is malfunctioning.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Speed limit (winter tyres) XXX km/h
* You have reached the maximum permissible stored speed for winter tyres. It is not possible to exceed this speed.
* You have exceeded the maximum permissible speed (for certain countries only).
ð
Drive more slowly.
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Maximum speed exceeded
Traffic Sign Assist currently unavailable
* Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily unavailable.
See Owner's Manual
Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again.
Continue driving in compliance with the traffic regulations.
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Traffic Sign Assist inoperative
* Traffic Sign Assist is malfunctioning.
Continue driving in compliance with the traffic regulations.
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or
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
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* The adjustable damping is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected.
ä
Do not drive at speeds greater than 80 km/h.
#
Malfunction Maximum speed 80 km/h
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Driver assistance systems
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The camera's view of the driver is cur-
* THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER CAMERA IS REDUCED. POSSIBLE CAUSES:
rently impeded Affected functions: see
Owner's Manual
Objects or stickers are projecting into the driver camera’s field of vision.
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The driver camera is dirty.
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Keep the driver camera's field of vision free.
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Clean the driver camera if necessary. Please comply with the notes on caring for the interior relating to the display ( / page 585).
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Driver camera inoperative See Owner's
* The driver camera is malfunctioning.
Manual
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated because not all activation conditions are fulfilled.
ç
Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( / page 337).
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* If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the setting of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, the system will switch to passive mode ( / page 334).
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* Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has deactivated automatically
ç
( / page 337).
Off
Active Distance Assist currently unavaila-
* Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily unavailable.
ble See Owner's Manual
The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 334).
The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits.
Continue driving with caution.
#
or
If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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Active Distance Assist inoperative
* Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Emergency Stop Assist are malfunctioning.
Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
Continue driving with caution.
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or
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
#
If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Active Distance Assist available again
* Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again.
Switch on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( / page 337).
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Active Brake Assist Functions currently
* FOR VEHICLES WITH THE DRIVING ASSISTANCE PACKAGE, THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS MAY BE TEMPORARILY
limited See Owner's Manual
UNAVAILABLE OR ONLY PARTIALLY AVAILABLE:
Active Brake Assist
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The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 347).
Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable.
Continue driving with caution.
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The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits.
or
If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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Active Brake Assist Functions limited See
* FOR VEHICLES WITH THE DRIVING ASSISTANCE PACKAGE, THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS MAY BE TEMPORARILY
Owner's Manual
UNAVAILABLE OR ONLY PARTIALLY AVAILABLE:
Active Brake Assist
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Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable or only partially available.
Continue driving with caution.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Active Steering Assist currently unavaila-
* Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable.
ble See Owner's Manual
The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 344).
The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits.
Continue driving.
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Active Steering Assist inoperative
* Active Steering Assist and Active Emergency Stop Assist are malfunctioning. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC remains available.
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Continue driving.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* Active Steering Assist has reached the system limits ( / page 344).
Ø
You have not steered independently for a considerable period of time.
Take over the steering and drive on in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Active Steering Assist currently unavaila-
* Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable due to multiple emergency stops.
ble due to multiple emergency stops
Resume manual steering and stop in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Switch the vehicle off and then back on again.
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Active Steering Assist is available once more.
* Your hands are not on the steering wheel. An emergency stop will be initiated ( / page 344).
Ø
Move the steering wheel.
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Beginning emergency stop
Accelerate or brake.
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Information on cancelling an emergency stop ( / page 346).
Active Emergency Stop Assist currently
* Active Emergency Stop Assist is temporarily unavailable.
unavailable See Owner's Manual
The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 346).
The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits.
Continue driving.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsActive Emergency Stop Assist inoperative* Active Emergency Stop Assist is driving.#orStop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Blind Spot Assist and exit warning cur-* Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable See Owner's ManualThe system limits have been reached ( / page 355).The system will become available again when the cause of the problem is driving.#orIf the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#Blind Spot Assist and exit warning inoper-* Blind Spot Assist or the exit warning is driving.#orStop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Active Lane Keeping Assist currently* Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily See Owner's ManualThe ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 356).The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system driving.#Active Lane Keeping Assist inoperative* Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Emergency Stop Assist are malfunctioning.764F465 0034 02
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* Active Emergency Stop Assist is malfunctioning.
Continue driving.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Blind Spot Assist and exit warning cur-
* Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable.
rently unavailable See Owner's Manual
The system limits have been reached ( / page 355).
The system will become available again when the cause of the problem is rectified.
Continue driving.
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or
If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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Blind Spot Assist and exit warning inoper-
* Blind Spot Assist or the exit warning is malfunctioning.
ative
Continue driving.
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Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Active Lane Keeping Assist currently
* Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable.
unavailable See Owner's Manual
The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( / page 356).
The system will become available again as soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits.
Continue driving.
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Active Lane Keeping Assist inoperative
* Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Emergency Stop Assist are malfunctioning.
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Continue driving.
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Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Active Lane Keeping Assist functions
* Active Lane Keeping Assist is available but restricted.
restricted See Owner's Manual
Continue driving.
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or
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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* Your hands are not on the steering wheel. The Active Lane Keeping Assist will initiate an emergency stop ( / page 356).
Ø
Place your hands on the steering wheel.
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Beginning emergency stop
Information on cancelling an emergency stop ( / page 346).
* FRONT AND CORNER RADAR SENSORS (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS "SENSORS") ARE MALFUNCTIONING. POSSIBLE
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CAUSES:
çÓ
The sensors are dirty
R
Heavy rain or snow
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temporarily unavailable Sensors dirty
Extensive country drives with no flowing traffic (e.g. in the desert)
R
Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. The brake system, steering and drive system will continue to
function normally.
Continue driving with caution.
#
Once the causes of the problem have been rectified, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again and the corresponding symbols are
switched off.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsIf the display message does not disappear:Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Clean all sensor covers from the outside ( / page 320).#Restart the vehicle.#* THE VIEW OF THE MULTIFUNCTION CAMERA IS RESTRICTED. POSSIBLE CAUSES:êðDirt on the windscreen in the field of vision of the multifunction cameraRÓ¬Heavy rain, snow or fogRMist on the inside or outside of the windscreen: in certain weather conditions, mist can form on the inside or outside of the windscreen during colderRçÔtimes of the year in view restricted See Owner's Man-The mist on the windscreen will be removed automatically in a short space of time with the aid of a heater. The restriction is %Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. The brake system, steering and drive system will continue tofunction driving with caution.#To remove mist from the outside, wipe once ( / page 238).#To remove the mist from the inside, press ¬ ( / page 250).#Once the causes of the problem have been rectified, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again and the corresponding symbols areswitched the display message still does not disappear after a driving time of about 15 minutes:Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Clean the windscreen, especially around the position of the multifunction camera ( / page 320).#766F465 0034 02
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If the display message does not disappear:
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
#
Clean all sensor covers from the outside ( / page 320).
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Restart the vehicle.
#
* THE VIEW OF THE MULTIFUNCTION CAMERA IS RESTRICTED. POSSIBLE CAUSES:
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Dirt on the windscreen in the field of vision of the multifunction camera
R
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Heavy rain, snow or fog
R
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R
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times of the year in particular.
Camera view restricted See Owner's Man-
The mist on the windscreen will be removed automatically in a short space of time with the aid of a heater. The restriction is temporary.
ual
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Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. The brake system, steering and drive system will continue to
function normally.
Continue driving with caution.
#
To remove mist from the outside, wipe once ( / page 238).
#
To remove the mist from the inside, press ¬ ( / page 250).
#
Once the causes of the problem have been rectified, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again and the corresponding symbols are
switched off.
If the display message still does not disappear after a driving time of about 15 minutes:
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
#
Clean the windscreen, especially around the position of the multifunction camera ( / page 320).
#
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsRestart the vehicle.#PRE-SAFE inoperative See Owner's Man-* The PRE‑SAFE ® functions are a qualified specialist workshop.#Parking assistance systemsDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsPARKTRONIC inoperative See Owner's* Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available driving while paying attention to the vehicle's surroundings.#orStop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Active Parking Assist and PARKTRONIC* Active Parking Assist and Parking Assist PARKTRONIC are See Owner's ManualThe system will become available again when the cause of the problem is driving while paying attention to the vehicle's surroundings.#orStop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.#If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop.#767F465 0034 02
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Restart the vehicle.
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PRE-SAFE inoperative See Owner's Man-
* The PRE‑SAFE ® functions are malfunctioning.
ual
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Parking assistance systems
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
PARKTRONIC inoperative See Owner's
* Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning.
Manual
Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again.
Continue driving while paying attention to the vehicle's surroundings.
#
or
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Active Parking Assist and PARKTRONIC
* Active Parking Assist and Parking Assist PARKTRONIC are malfunctioning.
inoperative See Owner's Manual
The system will become available again when the cause of the problem is rectified.
Continue driving while paying attention to the vehicle's surroundings.
#
or
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
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If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesMercedes-Benz emergency call systemDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes-Benz Support system is also a qualified specialist workshop.#InoperativeBatteryDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The 12 V on-board electrical system is malfunctioning.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.#12 V on-board electrical system Visitworkshop* The 12 V battery is no longer being charged and the state of charge is too low.#NOTEStop vehicle See Owner's Manual*Possible damage to the drive system if you continue drivingDo not continue driving.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.#Switch off the vehicle.#Consult a qualified specialist workshop.#768F465 0034 02
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes-Benz Support system is also malfunctioning.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Inoperative
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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12 V on-board electrical system Visit
workshop
* The 12 V battery is no longer being charged and the state of charge is too low.
#
NOTE
Stop vehicle See Owner's Manual
*
Possible damage to the drive system if you continue driving
Do not continue driving.
#
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
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Switch off the vehicle.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions* The vehicle is off and the state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low.#Switch off electrical consumers that are not required.#Drive for 30–60 the vehicle to charge the 12 V bat-#teryorCharge the vehicle at a charging station ( / page 287).#* The state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low.#Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.#Stop vehicle Leave vehicle on to chargeLeave the vehicle runningthe 12 V battery#If the display message disappears: drive on.#If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.#Tyre pressure monitorDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTyre press. monitor currently unavailable* There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. As a result, no signals from the tyre pressure sensors are being received. The tyre pressure monitoringsystem is temporarily tyre pressure monitoring system will restart automatically as soon as the cause has been on#Tyre press. monitor inoperative* The tyre pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning.769F465 0034 02
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* The vehicle is off and the state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low.
#
Switch off electrical consumers that are not required.
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Drive for 30–60 mins.
Start the vehicle to charge the 12 V bat-
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tery
or
Charge the vehicle at a charging station ( / page 287).
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* The state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low.
#
Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving.
#
Stop vehicle Leave vehicle on to charge
Leave the vehicle running
the 12 V battery
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If the display message disappears: drive on.
#
If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
#
Tyre pressure monitor
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Tyre press. monitor currently unavailable
* There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. As a result, no signals from the tyre pressure sensors are being received. The tyre pressure monitoring
system is temporarily unavailable.
The tyre pressure monitoring system will restart automatically as soon as the cause has been rectified.
Drive on
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Tyre press. monitor inoperative
* The tyre pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning.
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WARNING
&
There is a risk of an accident if the tyre pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning
The tyre pressure monitoring system cannot issue a warning if there is pressure loss in one or more of the tyres.
Tyres with insufficient tyre pressure may impair the driving characteristics as well as steering and braking.
Have the tyre pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Tyre pressure monitor inoperative No tyre
* The wheels fitted do not have suitable tyre pressure sensors. The tyre pressure monitoring system is deactivated.
pressure sensors
Fit wheels with suitable tyre pressure sensors.
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Have the faulty tyre pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Wheel sensor(s) missing
* The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly.
é
The wheel position is displayed. A warning tone will also sound.
Check tyre(s)
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WARNING
&
Risk of an accident due to insufficient tyre pressure
The tyres can burst.
R
The tyres can wear excessively and/or unevenly.
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The driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking may be greatly impaired.
R
You could then lose control of the vehicle.
Observe the recommended tyre pressures.
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Adjust the tyre pressure if necessary.
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Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
#
Check the tyre pressure ( / page 615) and the tyres.
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* The tyre pressure is too low in at least one of the tyres, or the difference in tyre pressure between the individual wheels is too great.
é
Check the tyre pressure and add air, if necessary.
#
Rectify tyre pressure
When the tyre pressure is correct, restart the tyre pressure monitor ( / page 617).
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* The pressure in one or more tyres has dropped suddenly. The wheel position is displayed.
é
Warning tyre malfunction
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G-Class - Owner's ManualDisplay messages and warning/indicator lampsDisplay messagesDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsWARNING&Risk of an accident from driving with a flat tyreThe tyres can overheat and be driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking characteristics may be greatly could then lose control of the not drive with a flat tyre.#Do not exceed the maximum permissible driving distance in emergency mode and the maximum permissi‐#ble speed with a flat MOExtended the notes on flat tyres.#Notes on flat tyres ( / page 53).Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.#Check the tyres.#* At least one tyre is overheating. The affected tyres are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the tyres are displayed in yellow.éWARNINGTyre(s) overheated&Risk of an accident from driving with overheated tyresOverheated tyres can speed so that the tyres cool down.#Reduce your speed so that the tyres cool down.#772F465 0034 02
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WARNING
&
Risk of an accident from driving with a flat tyre
The tyres can overheat and be damaged.
R
The driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking characteristics may be greatly impaired.
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You could then lose control of the vehicle.
Do not drive with a flat tyre.
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ble speed with a flat MOExtended tyre.
Observe the notes on flat tyres.
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Notes on flat tyres ( / page 53).
Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Check the tyres.
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* At least one tyre is overheating. The affected tyres are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the tyres are displayed in yellow.
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WARNING
Tyre(s) overheated
&
Risk of an accident from driving with overheated tyres
Overheated tyres can burst.
Reduce speed so that the tyres cool down.
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Reduce your speed so that the tyres cool down.
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Display messages
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
* At least one tyre is overheating. The affected tyres are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the tyres are displayed in yellow.
é
WARNING
Reduce speed
&
Risk of an accident from driving with overheated tyres
Overheated tyres can burst.
Reduce speed so that the tyres cool down.
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