Accidents; While Driving; Problems; Parking - Mercedes-Benz 2009 G-Class Operator's Manual

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i Shifting the automatic transmission out of
park position P is only possible with the
brake pedal depressed.
Only depressing the brake pedal releases
the gear selector lever lock.
X
Wait for the gear selection process to
complete before setting the vehicle in
motion.
X
If engaged, release the parking brake.
X
Release the brake pedal.
X
Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.
After a cold start, the automatic transmission
shifts at a higher engine revolution. This
allows the catalytic converter to reach its
operating temperature earlier.
For more information on driving, see "Driving
instructions" ( Y page 176).
For information on off-road driving, see "Off-
Y
road driving" ( page 179).

Problems while driving

The engine runs erratically and misfires
An ignition cable may be damaged.
R
The engine electronics may not be
R
operating properly.
Unburned gasoline may have entered the
R
catalytic converter and damaged it.
X
Give very little gas.
X
Have the problem checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
The coolant temperature is above
248‡ (120†)
The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling
the engine.
X
Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon
as possible.
X
Turn off the engine immediately.
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Driving and parking
X
Allow the engine and coolant to cool off.
X
Check the coolant level and add coolant if
necessary ( Y page 152).
In case of accident
If the vehicle is leaking fuel:
X
Do not start the engine under any
circumstances.
X
Exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the
roadway.
X
Notify local fire and/or police authorities.
If the extent of the damage cannot be
determined:
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call Roadside Assistance.
If no damage on major assemblies, fuel
system, and engine mount can be
determined:
X
Start the engine in the usual manner.

Parking

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Warning!
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as grass, hay or
leaves can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system. These materials could be
ignited and cause a vehicle fire.
Vehicle movement can cause serious
personal injury or damage to the vehicle or
the vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always do
the following before turning off the engine and
leaving the vehicle:
Keep right foot on the brake pedal.
R
Engage the parking brake.
R
Shift the automatic transmission into park
R
position P.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
R
When parked on an incline, always turn the
R
front wheels towards the road curb.
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