Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Automatic headlamp mode
► To switch on automatic headlamp
mode: turn the light switch to .
SmartKey in position 1 in the ignition lock:
the parking lamps are switched on or off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
With the engine running: depending on the brightness of the ambient light, the daytime running lamps10 or the low-beam headlamps are switched on or off automatically.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the indicator lamp in
the
instrument cluster lights up.
WARNING
If the light switch is set to ,
the low-beam
headlamps will not come on automatically if
it is foggy. This could endanger you and
others. Therefore, turn the light switch to
in fog.
The automatic headlamp feature is only an
aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's
lighting at all times.
WARNING
In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions,
only switch from position to
with
the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.
Switching from to
will briefly
switch off the headlamps. Doing so while
driving in low ambient lighting conditions may
result in an accident.
Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps in Canada
The "daytime running lamps" function is
required by law in Canada. It cannot therefore
be deactivated.
► Turn the light switch to
.
With the e ...
Front fog lamps and rear fog lamp
Front fog lamps
Only vehicles with front fog lamps have the
"fog lamps" function.
WARNING
If you suspect that driving conditions will be
foggy, turn the light switch to
b ...
See also:
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels, to produce
a cleaner environment. This li ...
HD radio™ receiver operation
HD Radio™ technology operates in a very similar way to the standard AM/FM system.
Information on storing stations, waveband selection etc., is given under 113, RADIO
CONTROLS.
When an HD Radio ...
Underinflated tires
WARNING
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely
affect handling and fuel economy, and ar ...