2002 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 243

Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 240 Notes: To alert following vehicles to slippery road conditions you discover, operate your hazard warning flashers as appropriate. Operating the vehicle on a single axle dynamometer should only be done for briefly testing the brakes. To do so, move selector lever to position "N". The engine must be shut off (electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1). For ABS malfunction and warning messages, see page 275. LOW RANGE - ABS During off-road driving a special low range system for the antilock brake system (ABS) is operational with transfer case in position LOW, see page 247. An improved braking action (dig in effect) is obtained for vehicle speeds up to 37 mph (60 km/h) through a change in the ABS control function. The ABS malfunction indicator lamp - also comes on, when the differential lock is engaged. The ABS is switched off, but there is no malfunction in the system. If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off. When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational. If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible. Warning! ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or aquaplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of others.