Under the Hood

Depending on the model, there are two engine options that can be teamed with a five- or seven-speed automatic transmission.

G550's V-8 produces 382 horsepower and 391 pounds-feet of torque and teams with a seven-speed automatic
G55 AMG's supercharged V-8 makes 500 hp and is teamed with a five-speed automatic

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    Operating audio player or audio media
    Audio data from various audio devices or media can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. •► Switch on COMAND and select the audio device or medium (see the separ ...

    Side impact air bags
    WARNING The pressure sensors for side impact air bag control are located in the doors. Do not modify any components of the doors or door trim panels including, for example, the addition of d ...

    High-beam spot lamp (vehicles with halogen daytime running lamps)
    Switch off the lights. Open the hood. Turn housing cover 1 counter-clockwise and pull it out. Turn bulb holder 2 counter-clockwise and pull it out. Take the bulb out of bulb holder 2. ...