Mercedes-Benz 2003 G 55 AMG - Manual (Page 210)

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Operation
Driving instructions
Off-road driving increases strain on the ve-
hicle.
We recommend that you inspect the vehi-
cle for possible damage after each off-road
trip. Recognizing any damage and a subse-
quent timely repair reduces the chance of
a possible breakdown or accident later on.
Proceed as follows:
ț Switch the transfer case in position
HIGH (
୴ page 141).
ț Disengage differential locks
(
୴ page 146).
ț Remove excessive dirt from tires,
wheels, wheel housings, and under-
body.
For instance, after driving in mud, clean
the radiator, chassis, engine, brakes,
and wheels from extreme dirt using a
strong jet of water.
ț Inspect frame, oil pan, brake hoses,
etc., as well as vehicle underbody for
possible damage.
ț Check tires for possible damage and
remove foreign objects. Clean all exte-
rior lamps and conduct a brake test.
ț Clean all exterior lamps and check
them for possible damage.
ț Check for brush or branches caught in
the undercarriage.
They could increase the possibility of a
fire, as well as cut fuel and/or brake
lines, puncture rubber bellows of the
axles or drive shafts.
ț After continued operation in mud,
sand, water or other dirty conditions,
clean the brake discs, wheels, brake
pads and check and clean axle joints.
ț Conduct a brake test.
Control and operation of radio trans-
mitters
COMAND, radio and telephone*
Warning!
G
Do not forget that your primary responsibili-
ty is to drive the vehicle safely. Only operate
the COMAND, radio or telephone
1 if road,
traffic and weather conditions permit.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of approximately
50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second.
1 Observe all legal requirements.