Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Mechanical key
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered.
There are several ways to turn off the alarm:
► To turn the alarm off with the
SmartKey: press the 
button
on the SmartKey.
or
► Insert the SmartKey into the ignition
lock.
or
► To deactivate the alarm with KEYLESSGO:
press the Start/Stop button in the
ignition lock. The SmartKey must be in the
vehicle.
or
► Lock or unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESSGO.
The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle.
Removing the mechanical key
► Push release catch 1 in the direction of the arrow and at the same time, remove mechanical key 2 from the SmartKey.
Restoring the factory settings
► Press the
buttons
simultaneously for approximately six
seconds until the battery check lamp
flashes twice. ...
SmartKey battery
Important safety notes
It is advisable to have batteries replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
WARNING
Batteries contain toxic and c ...
See also:
Attaching the front towing eye
The front towing point is located behind a removable cover in the lower front
bumper.
1. Rotate each of the fasteners 90 degrees counter-clockwise with a coin (or
similar).
2. To remove the co ...
Camera aiding corner sonar function
When the corner of the vehicle moves
closer to the object while the Around View
Monitor is displayed, an indicator is
displayed and a tone is sounded by the
corner sonar function to warn the d ...
Automatic transmission
1. To select Drive (D) when the vehicle is stationary, apply the foot brake and
press the gear selector release button.
Note: If pressure is applied to the selector lever before the foot brake is ...
