Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Automatic locking feature - Doors - Opening/closing - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Automatic locking feature

The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels of the vehicle are turning at a speed of more than 9 mph (15 km/h).

You could therefore be locked out when:

the vehicle is being pushed.
the vehicle is being towed.
the vehicle is being tested on a dynamometer.

You can switch the automatic locking function on and off using the on-board computer.

    Centrally locking and unlocking thevehicle from the inside
    You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside. The central locking/unlocking button does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. The buttons are located on both front doors. ...

    Unlocking the driver's door(mechanical key)
    If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be trigge ...

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    Fuel filler
    WARNING When refueling ensure that all windows, doors, and sunroof are fully closed, particularly if young children or animals are in the vehicle. WARNING Do not attempt to fill the tan ...

    Calling up a stored setting
    ► Press and hold the relevant storage position button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat, steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position. The setting procedure is interrupted as soon ...

    Repeat Functionality
    To use Repeat: Press the softkey below or to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track. (Repeat All): Press the softkey below to repeat all tracks. The tab appears lowered when Repeat All ...