Mercedes-Benz 2005 G 500 - Manual (Page 348)

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Practical hints
Flat tire
Pump handle (three pieces)
1 Indent for activation of release bolt 2
̈ Assemble the pump handle for the
jack. The pump handle is located in the
vehicle tool kit.
Jack
2 Release bolt
̈ Close release bolt 2.
To do so, turn indent 1 to the right in
the pump lever until its stop.
̈ Place jack on firm ground.
̈ Position jack under the axle housing,
so that it is always vertical (plumb-line)
as seen from the side, even if the vehi-
cle is parked on an incline.
Be certain the jack arm is positioned
correctly under the axle housing (axle
must fall into jack contour).
̈ Jack up the vehicle by pumping (arrow)
until the wheel is clear of the ground.
Never start engine while vehicle is
raised.
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Never turn release bolt 2 more than
one or two revolutions. Hydraulic fluid
can otherwise escape.