Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Windshield washer system andheadlamp cleaning system
The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system.
Vehicle components and their service
products must match. You should, therefore, only use products that have been
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
WARNING
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly
flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because
it may
ignite and burn. You could be seriously
burned.
At temperatures below freezing: always
fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of
water and windshield washer concentrate
(e.g. MB WinterFit). There is otherwise a
risk of damaging the windshield washer
system/headlamp cleaning system.
Only use washer fluid concentrate which
is suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable
washer fluid concentrate could damage the
plastic lenses of the headlamps.
Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to
the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the
level sensor may be damaged.
Add windshield washer concentrate, e.g.
MB SummerFit, to the washer fluid all year round.

Example: washer fluid reservoir
► Mix the windshield washer fluid in a
container beforehand.
► At temperatures above freezing: fill the
washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and windshield washer concentrate
(e.g.
MB SummerFit).
► At temperatures below freezing: fill the
washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water
and windshield washer concentrate (e.g.
MB WinterFit). Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temperature. For information on the mixing ratio.
► To open: pull cap 1 upwards by the tab.
► Add the premixed washer fluid.
► To close: press cap 1 onto the filler neck
until it engages.
Checking the coolant level
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down.
► Turn the SmartKey to position
2 in the ignition lock.
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, ...
Brake fluid level
If you notice that the brake fluid level in
the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the
MIN mark or less, check the brake system
immediately for leaks. Also check the
thickness of the brake lini ...
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors
the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels, to produce
a cleaner environment. This li ...
Reporting safety defects
For USA
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administratio ...
Speed ratings
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