Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Checklist before driving off-road
► Engine oil level: check the engine oil and top it up if necessary.
The vehicle can only guarantee a smooth supply of oil on steep stretches if there is a sufficient level of engine oil.
If the engine oil warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion, stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible.
Check the engine oil level. The engine oil warning lamp warning must not be ignored.
Continuing the journey while the symbol is displayed could lead to engine damage.
► Wheel-changing tool kit: check that the jack is working and make sure you have the wheelbrace, a robust tow cable and a folding spade in the vehicle.
► Wheels and tires: check the tire tread depth and tire pressure. A table with the recommended tire pressures can be found on the B-pillar on the driver's side of your vehicle.
► Check for damage and remove any foreign objects, e.g. small stones, from the wheels/tires.
► Replace any missing valve caps.
► Replace dented or damaged wheels.
► Rims: dented or bent rims can result in a loss of tire pressure and damage the tire bead. Therefore, check your rims before driving off-road and replace them as required.
General information
Read this section carefully before driving your vehicle off-road. Practice by driving over more gentle off-road terrain first. Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of your vehicle and t ...Checklist after driving off-road
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Delayed Headlamps
Delayed headlamps provide a period of exterior lighting as you leave the area
around the vehicle.
This feature is activated when the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamps
control featur ...
Brakes
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your ve ...
Hitch Cover (without Dual Exhaust)
The vehicle may have a hitch cover. To remove the hitch cover:
1. Turn the fasteners on the lower tabs 90 degrees counterclockwise.
2. Lift the lower edge of the cover about 45 degrees.
3. Pull t ...