2002 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 233

Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Driving through water 230 Switch the transfer case in position LOW before driving through water. If necessary activate differential locks, see page 253. ABS, BAS and ESP are switched off automatically when the differential locks are activated. Switch off the exterior lamps as well as the climate control. Enter the water only at a shallow spot. Never take a running start. Drive slowly, avoiding a bow wave. Do not stop vehicle immersed in water, and do not shut off the engine. To dry the brakes, apply pressure to the brake pedal several times after leaving the water. 1 20 in (50 cm) Before driving through water, determine its depth. It should not be deeper than approximately 20 inches (50 cm).