Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Ruts and gravel roads
Observe the following rules when driving along ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with loose gravel:
Check that the ruts are not too deep and
that your vehicle has sufficient clearance.
Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or bottom out and get stuck.
• select the off-road drive program or the LOW RANGE off-road
gear.
• select a higher vehicle level.
• avoid high engine speeds.
• select shift range 1.
• drive slowly.
• where ruts are too deep, drive with the
wheels of one side on the center grassy
area, if possible.
Driving on sand
WARNING
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure before continuing your trip. Drivi ...
Driving over obstacles
Obstacles could damage the floor of the
vehicle or components of the chassis. Ask
passengers for guidance when driving over
large obstacles. The passenger should
always keep a safe distance fr ...
See also:
Engine
Display messages
Top Up Coolant See
Operator's Manual
Possible causes/consequences and ►
Solutions
The coolant level is too low.
► Add coolant, observing the warning notes
...
High-beam headlamps
► Switch off the lights.
► Open the hood.
► Turn housing cover 1
counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
► Turn bulb holder 2
counter-clockwise and
pull it out.
► ...
Rear lamp removal
To change any of the rear bulbs, it is necessary to completely remove the lamp
unit from the vehicle.
1. With the tailgate open, remove the two screws from the inner edge of the unit.
2. Pull th ...
