Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal.
► If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal with force until the braking
situation is over.
► To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions, and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.
WARNING 
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady
brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the
brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicl ...
Off-road ABS
An ABS mode specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically if the offroad
drive program is activated
or the LOW RANGE off-road
gear is selected.
At speeds below 18 mph(30 km ...
See also:
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver
inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain
driving conditions, the VDC system helps
to perform the following funct ...
Contacting Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year. Costs are only incurred in situations that exceed the limits of
the program, some of which are liste ...
Voice settings
• Command list: View the categories and the acceptable voice commands. Select
an Information button to view alternative function commands.
• Voicetags: View the categories. Select a catego ...
