Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview - Driving safety systems - Safety - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
BAS (Brake Assist System)
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
Distance warning function (vehicles with DISTRONIC)

    Important safety notes
    WARNING   The following factors increase the risk of accidents: • Excessive speed, especially in turns • Wet and slippery road surfaces • Following another vehicle too closely ...

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    Head Restraints
    WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head res ...

    Top Tether
    WARNING   Always lock the rear seat backrests in their upright position when the rear seats are occupied by passengers. Lock the rear seat backrests in their upright position before ins ...

    Weekly checks
    • Engine oil level. • Engine coolant check. • Brake fluid level. • Power steering fluid level. • Windshield washer fluid level. • Tire pressures and condition. • Operate a ...