Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal.
► If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal with force until the braking
situation is over.
► To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions, and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.
WARNING 
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady
brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the
brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicl ...
Off-road ABS
An ABS mode specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically if the offroad
drive program is activated
or the LOW RANGE off-road
gear is selected.
At speeds below 18 mph(30 km ...
See also:
Safety systems
Display messages
Unavailable See Operator's
Manual
Possible causes/consequences and ►
Solutions
Risk of accident
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program), B ...
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving
defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts .
► Assume that other road users (pedestrians, b ...
Options
Press the Options screen button. A Traffic Options menu displays. Select the
desired traffic related option.
Traffic: Press to enable or disable the traffic function.
Show Traffic ICONS: Press to ...
