Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving systems
Display messages
The red distance
warning lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in
motion. A warning tone
also sounds.
Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions
Risk of accident
The warning is issued if you approach a stationary vehicle or a
vehicle driving ahead of you at too high a speed.
► Be prepared to brake immediately.
► Pay careful attention to the traffic
situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
More information about DISTRONIC and the distance
warning signal.
Engine
Display messages
(USA only)
(Canada only)
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
lights up while the
ignition is switched on
with the engine
running.
Possible causes/consequences and ► ...
Tires
Display messages
USA only:
The yellow tire pressure
monitor warning lamp
(pressure loss/
malfunction) is lit.
Possible causes/consequences and ►
Solutions
Risk of accident
The tire ...
See also:
Driving with a Trailer
WARNING
When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and
enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open.
Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide ...
Theft-Deterrent Feature
TheftLock® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning
a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate
if it is stolen or moved to a diff ...
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps are located in the overhead console and above the rear seat passengers.
The dome lamps come on when a door is opened, unless the dome lamp override button
is pressed in.
The lamps c ...






