Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safetyrelated
systems and functions.
Please read the information on qualified
specialist workshops.
Important safety notes
You will find an illustration of the instrument
cluster in the "At a glance" section.
WARNING
A driver's attention to the road and traffic
conditions must always be his/her p ...
See also:
Folding the rear bench seat forwards
If the driver's or front-passenger seat is
set for a larger person, it may not be
possible to fold the rear bench seat
forwards. In this case, move the front seats
as far forward as possible.
...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system. Do not park the
vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain
fi ...
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
► Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
► Steering or Cornering Skid — too muc ...







