Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Operating the on-board computer
The on-board computer is activated as soon as you turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock.
You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on-board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.


Speedometer with segments
The segments in the speedometer indicate
which speed range is available.
DISTRONIC activated:
One or two segments in the set speed range
light up.
DISTRONIC detects a vehicle in front:
T ...
Multifunction display
Values and settings as well as display
messages are shown in the multifunction
display.
1 Trip odometer
2 Odometer
3 Transmission position
4 Status bar with outside temperature or
speed
For ...
See also:
Trailer power supply
The trailer power socket of your vehicle is
designed for connecting the 7-pin connector
supplied as part of the Mercedes-Benzapproved
trailer coupling.
Depending on your trailer, you may need
an ...
Sunroof
The ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY to operate the sunroof and power
sunshade.
See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) .
The vehicle may have a sunroof over the front seats and a rear sunro ...
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC,
the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, ...






