G-Class Owner's Manual - Mercedes G-Class, G-Wagon, G500, G55 ...

A-pillar
The front pillar connecting the roof and
the body (->B-pillar, ->C-pillar)
ABS
(Anti-lock braking system)
Prevents the wheels from locking when
you brake, allowing you to continue
steering.
ASR
(Acceleration skid control)
Components of ->ESP; ASR controls
the drive torque at the ->wheels according
to the situation, thus improving
->traction when driving on slippery surfaces.
ASSYST
(Active Service System)
Service indicator of the ->operating
system, which displays when the next
service is due.
Asymmetrical dipped-beam headlamps
Position of the dipped-beam headlamps
which allows the outer edge of
the carriageway to be lit up.
Audio 10, Audio 10 CD* and
Audio 30 Export* System
Term for your vehicle's car radio including
the built-in loudspeakers.
Automatic transmission
Engine speed-torque converter which
converts the high engine speed (at low
torque) to lower drive wheel speeds (at
high torque).
B-pillar
The centre pillar connecting the roof
and the body (->A-pillar, ->C-pillar)
Nur fuer internen Gebrauch
Technical terms
Ball coupling*
Attachment on the vehicle. Part of the
trailer coupling to which the trailer is
coupled.
BAS
(Brake Assist)
System for shortening the stopping distance
in hazardous situations, activated
by the driver depressing the brake
pedal rapidly.
Belt drive
Drive connection from the engine to
the engine assemblies such as the alternator
or the air-conditioning compressor.
C-pillar
The rear pillar connecting the roof and
the body (->A-pillar, ->C-pillar)
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