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:
Beltminder (red)
If the vehicle is motion and an occupied front seat’s seat belt is unbuckled,
the seat belt warning lamp will illuminate and a chime will sound.
Note: The speed thresholds and the behavior of t ...
Additional Maintenance and Care
Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to
avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance
services may be required. It is re ...
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push the parking
brake pedal down.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
See Brake System Warning ...
