Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Introduction
SRS consists of:
• the
SRS warning lamp
• air bags
• air bag control unit (with crash sensors)
• Emergency Tensioning Devices/belt
buckle tensioners
• belt force limiters
SRS reduces the risk of occupants coming into contact with the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident. It can also reduce the effect of the forces to which occupants are subjected during an accident.
SRS warning lamps
SRS functions are checked regularly when
you switch on the ignition and when the
engine is running. Therefore, malfunctions
can be detected in good time.
The SRS warning lamp in the
instrumen ...
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After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or chassis, or
under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned ...
Automatic door locks
► All doors lock automatically when the
vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24
km/h).
► All doors unlock automatically when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.
The aut ...
Driving tips
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
► Vehicles for USA: fully depress the
accelerator pedal.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on the engine speed.
► ...
