Yes, the steering wheel heating can typically be turned on independently of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class (both standard and AMG models). These two features are separate systems and operate independently of each other, so the steering wheel heating does not require ACC to be activated, and vice versa.

How Steering Wheel Heating Works:

• Independent Activation: The steering wheel heating can be activated on its own using a button on the steering wheel, through the infotainment system, or sometimes through a dedicated control in the vehicle's climate settings.
• No Dependency on ACC: You can activate the heating whenever desired, without needing to engage the ACC system. The ACC system is focused on maintaining vehicle speed and distance from other vehicles, while the steering wheel heating is purely a comfort feature.

Example Scenarios:

• If the ACC system is off: You can still activate the steering wheel heating if needed, especially on cold days, without using the ACC system.
• If the ACC system is on: The steering wheel heating will function independently, and you can adjust or deactivate it without affecting the ACC settings.

Conclusion:

The steering wheel heating can be turned on or off independently of the ACC system. They do not need to be activated together, and you can control them separately based on your driving needs and comfort preferences.