Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Parking the vehicle for a long period - Parking - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Parking the vehicle for a long period

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks, the battery may be damaged by exhaustive discharge.

► Connect a trickle charger.

chargers from a qualified specialist You can obtain information about trickle chargers from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center.

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a result of lack of use.

► Visit a qualified specialist workshop and seek advice.

    Parking brake
    WARNING   Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the ve ...

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    Headlamp washers
    If the headlamps are on, and there is sufficient liquid in the washer reservoir, operating the screen wash will also power-wash the headlamps. The headlamp power wash will operate on every fifth op ...

    What to Use
    To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants  . Always use the proper fluid. Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not b ...

    Driving over obstacles
    Obstacles could damage the floor of the vehicle or components of the chassis. Ask passengers for guidance when driving over large obstacles. The passenger should always keep a safe distance fr ...