Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Brake fluid
WARNING 
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air; this lowers its boiling point.
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard
(e.g. when
driving downhill). This would impair braking
efficiency.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
regular intervals. The brake fluid change
intervals can be found in the Service Booklet.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes- Benz. Information about approved brake fluids can be obtained from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Refrigerant of the air-conditioningsystem
The air-conditioning system is filled with
R134a refrigerant and a special PAG
lubricant.
Never use refrigerant R 12 (CFC) or
mineral lubricants. Otherwise, you could
damage the air-condition ...
Coolant
Important safety notes
The coolant is a mixture of water and
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs
the following tasks:
• anti-corrosion protection
• antifreeze protection
• raising ...
See also:
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Under hood covers - refitting
NOTICE
Before refitting the underhood covers, ensure that no pipes, cables or other
items, have been trapped between the cover and casing.
1. Slide the rear edge of the cover under the rubber ...
Xenon bulbs
If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs,
you can recognize this by the following: the
cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves
from the top to the bottom and back again
when you start the eng ...
