2009 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 186

463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2008-12-02T10:52:11+01:00 - Seite 184 Version: 2.11.7.1 184 Driving instructions likelihood of the vehicle sinking into the ground. RDrive in tracks of other vehicles if they are not too deep and you have sufficient clearance. Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Ruts A number of off-road tracks or other byways have deep ruts which can cause the underbody to come in contact with the ground. Operation ! Check that the ruts are not too deep and your vehicle's clearance is sufficient. Otherwise: Ryour vehicle may be damaged Rthe underbody of the vehicle may come in contact with the ground and you may get stuck RAvoid Off-road driving increases strain on the vehicle. We recommend that you inspect the vehicle for possible damage after each off-road trip. Recognizing any damage and a subsequent timely repair reduces the chance of a possible breakdown or accident later on. Proceed as follows: RSwitch the transfer case to position HIGH (Y page 91). differential locks off (Y page 93). all exterior lamps and check for possible damage. the front and rear license plate. excessive dirt from tires, wheels, wheel housings, and underbody. For instance, after driving in mud, clean the radiator, chassis, engine, brakes, and wheels from extreme dirt using a strong jet of water. tires for possible damage. vehicle underbody, oil pan, brake hoses, etc., as well as vehicle underbody for possible damage. for brush or branches caught in the underbody. RSwitch RClean RClean high engine speeds. RComply with the warnings (Y page 179) and RRemove rules for off-road driving (Y page 180). RShift automatic transmission into gear range 1 (Y page 89). next to the ruts rather than through them if at all possible. one side of the vehicle on the grassy center strip if the route permits. RDrive RCheck RIf the ruts are too deep to drive in, drive with RInspect Returning from off-road driving G Warning! Never drive on pavement with activated differential locks. Engaged front axle differential locks limits ability to move around curves. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road. RCheck ! Brush or branches 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. RAfter continued operation in mud, sand, water or other dirty conditions clean the brake discs, wheels, brake pads and check and clean axle joints. RConduct a brake test.