Under the Hood
Adapted from the engine in the automaker’s S-Class sedan and SL-Class roadster, the all-aluminum, 5.0-liter V-8 in the G500 produces 292 horsepower and 336 pounds-feet of torque. Each engine cylinder uses a three-valve twin-spark setup. An electronically controlled five-speed-automatic transmission sends the power to a full-time four-wheel-drive system with a Low range, which is fully synchronized for shift-on-the-fly operation at up to 15 mph. Mercedes-Benz’s Electronic Stability Program is also installed.
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Displaying a service message
► Switch on the ignition.
► Press
to select the standard
display menu on the steering wheel.
► Select
to select the service
interval display.
The service due date appears ...
Drinking and driving
WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can
affect your reflexes, perceptions and
judgment.
The ...
Checking the oil level using the oil dipstick
Park the vehicle on a level surface. To check the oil level with the engine
at operating temperature, switch the engine off and wait for approximately five
minutes.
Pull oil dipstick 1 ou ...