
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.
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
► To arm: lock the vehicle with the
SmartKey.
Indicator lamp 1 flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
► To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the
S ...
Multifunction display
1 Transmission position
2 Drive program
3 Description field
4 Menu bar
5 Outside temperature or speed
6 Time
7 Transfer case position
► To show menu bar 4: press the
or button on ...
Locking the vehicle
If the vehicle can no longer be centrally
locked with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
► Close the front-passenger door, the rear
doors and the tailgate.
► Press the locking bu ...