Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Activating/deactivating the residualheat function
It is possible to make use of the residual heat of the engine to continue heating the stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off. The heating time depends on the temperature that has been set.
The blower will run at a low speed
regardless of the airflow setting.
If you activate the residual heat function
at high temperatures, only the ventilation
will be activated. The blower runs at
medium speed.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock or remove it.
► To activate: press the
button.
The indicator lamp in the
button
lights
up.
► To switch off: press the
button.
The indicator lamp in the
button
goes
out.
Residual heat is deactivated
automatically:
• after about 30 minutes
• when the ignition is switched on
• if the battery voltage drops
• if the coolant temperature is too low
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:
BSW system operation
If the radar sensors detect vehicles in the
detection zone, the BSW/Blind Spot InterventionTM
indicator light located inside the
outside mirrors illuminates. If the turn
signal is then activ ...
Engine Compartment Overview
6.2L V8 Engine
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter .
B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System .
C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting .
D. Battery ...
Setting climate control to automatic
WARNING
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Window fogging may impair
visibil ...







