Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving systems
Display messages
The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions
Risk of accident
The warning is issued if you approach a stationary vehicle or a
vehicle driving ahead of you at too high a speed.
► Be prepared to brake immediately.
► Pay careful attention to the traffic
situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
More information about DISTRONIC and the distance
warning signal.
Engine
Display messages (USA only) (Canada only) The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the ignition is switched on with the engine running. Possible causes/consequences and ► ...Tires
Display messages USA only: The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/ malfunction) is lit. Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions Risk of accident The tire ...See also:
Uniform tire quality grading
DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must
conform to federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
Quality grades can be found where applicable ...
Cruise Control
With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained
without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds
below about 40 km/h (25 mph).
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Starter Switch Check
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room ar ...