Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Rear window defroster
Activating/deactivating
WARNING
Any accumulation of snow and ice should be
removed from the rear window before driving.
Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others.
The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the window is clear as it only switches off automatically after several minutes.
If the battery voltage is too low, the rear window defroster may switch off.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
► Press the
button.
The indicator lamp in the button
lights
up or goes out.
Problems with the rear window defroster
If the indicator lamp in the
rear window
defroster button flashes, the on-board
voltage is too low or the roof is open. The rear
window defroster has deactivated itself
prematurely or cannot be activated.
► Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps or interior lighting.
When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window defroster is activated again automatically.
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside
► Activate the cooling with air
dehumidification function .
► Activate automatic mode
.
► If the windows continue to fog up,
activate
the defr ...
Activating/deactivating airrecirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if
unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle
from outside. The air already inside the
vehicle will then be recirculated.
The operation of air-recirculati ...
See also:
Folding and Tumbling the Seat from the Third Row Seat
WARNING
Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded
and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the
seat to the passenger sea ...
Trailer electrical connection
NOTICE
Only connect approved electrical circuits, which are in good condition, to the
trailer socket.
When a trailer electrical connection is made, and the vehicle’s direction indicators ...
Glove Box
Lift the glove box handle to open it.
Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. ...