
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class was originally developed for military use back in the 1970s as a heavy-duty four-wheel-drive conveyance, but it has been updated over the decades and given as many luxuries, conveniences and refinements as possible. Not that there's any denying the G's utilitarian roots: At nearly 3 tons, describing it as an over-engineered, leather-lined rolling bank vault would be an apt portrayal.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
1 VIN (stamped into the chassis on the
right-hand side, when viewed in the
direction of travel)
1 VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
The VIN can be found in the following
locations:
• ...
Displaying the coolant temperature
WARNING
Driving when your engine is overheated can
cause some fluids which may have leaked into
the engine compartment to catch fire. You
could be seriously burned.
Steam from an overheated eng ...
Engine
...