Maintenance - Mercedes-Benz G-Class Operator's Manual

Maintenance

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Example: adding liquid to the windshield
washer system
To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab and
X
open.
Add the premixed washer fluid.
X
To close: press cap : onto the filler neck
X
until it engages.
The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the
windshield washer system and the headlamp
cleaning system.
If the washer fluid level drops below the recom-
mended minimum of 3.7 US qt (3.5 l), a message
appears in the multifunction display prompting
you to add washer fluid (
Further information on washer fluid
( page 280).
Y
Brake fluid level
!
If you notice that the brake fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the MIN
mark or less, check the brake system imme-
diately for leaks. Also check the thickness of
the brake linings. Visit a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
Do not add brake fluid. This does not correct
the error.
page 187).
Y
Only check the brake fluid level when the vehicle
is stationary and on a level surface. The brake
fluid level is correct if the level is between MAX
mark : and MIN mark ; on the brake fluid
reservoir.
Maintenance
Service interval display
Service messages
You can obtain up-to-date information concern-
ing the servicing of your vehicle from a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
The ASSYST service interval display informs you
of the next service due date.
If a service due date has been exceeded, you
also hear a warning tone.
The multifunction display shows a service mes-
sage for several seconds, e.g.:
Service A In 999,999 km
Service A in .. Days
Service A Due
Service A Exceeded 999,999 km
Service A Exceeded .. Days
Maintaining the time-dependent service sched-
ule:
Before disconnecting the battery, note down
X
the service due date displayed.
or
After reconnecting the battery, subtract the
X
battery disconnection periods from the ser-
vice date shown on the display.
The service interval display should not be con-
fused with the 4 engine oil level display.
The symbol and the letter indicate which type of
service is due:
¯ Minor service A
± Major service B
The ASSYST service interval display does not
take into account any periods of time during
which the battery is disconnected.