Operation
Engine compartment
Closing
Engine oil
Warning!
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Warning!
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The amount of oil your engine needs will
depend on a number of factors, including
driving style. Higher oil consumption can
occur when
The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high voltage,
it is dangerous to touch any components (ig-
nition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic
socket) of the ignition system
Be careful that you do not close the hood on
anyone.
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ț
the vehicle is new
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Lower hood and let it drop into lock
from a height of approximately 0.7 ft
the vehicle is driven frequently at high-
er engine speeds.
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ț
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with the engine running
while starting the engine
(20
cm).
Engine oil consumption checks should only
be made after the vehicle break-in period.
if ignition is “on” and the engine is
turned manually
The hood will lock audibly.
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Check to make sure that the hood is
fully closed.
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Do not use any special lubricant addi-
tives, as these may damage the drive
assemblies. Using special additives not
approved by Mercedes-Benz will re-
strict your warranty entitlement.
If you can raise the hood at a point
above the headlamps, then it is not
properly closed. Open it again and let it
drop with somewhat greater force.
More information on this subject is
available at any Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.
!
Do not push the hood closed manually,
as this could damage it.
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercedes-Benz G-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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Tags | Mercedes Benz W463, Mercedes-Benz G500, Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG |
Model Year | 2003 |
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