Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps in Canada
The "daytime running lamps" function is required by law in Canada. It cannot therefore be deactivated.
► Turn the light switch to
.
With the engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
activated, the 
indicator lamp on
the
light switch and the 
indicator lamp
in
the instrument cluster light up.
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary or if the parking brake is applied: if you move the selector lever from a drive position to P, the daytime running lamps/ low-beam headlamps go out after three minutes.
When the engine is running, the vehicle is
stationary and in high ambient light
brightness: if you turn the light switch
to 
, the daytime running lamps and
the
parking lamps are switched on.
Daytime running lamps in the USA
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
► To activate the daytime running lamps: activate the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer.
► Turn the light switch to
.
With the engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
activated, the 
indicator lamp on
the
light switch and the 
indicator lamp
in
the instrument cluster light up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to or
, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Low-beam headlamps
► To switch on the low-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to
position 2 or start the engine.
► Turn the light switch to
.
The indicator lamp in the
instru ...
Automatic headlamp mode
► To switch on automatic headlamp
mode: turn the light switch to .
SmartKey in position 1 in the ignition lock:
the parking lamps are switched on or off
automatically depending on the br ...
See also:
Fuel filler flap
WARNING
Take note of all warnings and instructions given on the label affixed to the
inside of the filler flap. Failure to do so may result in injury or death.
The fuel filler flap is locat ...
Important safety notes
DISTRONIC regulates the speed and
automatically helps you maintain the
distance to the vehicle detected in front. It
brakes automatically in order to avoid
exceeding the set speed.
On long and ...
Releasing the cargo net
Seat belt reel holder behind the front seats
► Pull belt adjuster 1 upwards in the
direction of the arrow to reduce the tension
on the tensioning strap.
► Unhook belt hook 2 from car ...
