Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 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 engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
activated, the 
indicator lamp on
the
light switch and the 
indicator lamp
in
the instrument cluster light up.
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary or if the parking brake is applied: if you move the selector lever from a drive position to P, the daytime running lamps/ low-beam headlamps go out after three minutes.
When the engine is running, the vehicle is
stationary and in high ambient light
brightness: if you turn the light switch
to 
, the daytime running lamps and
the
parking lamps are switched on.
Daytime running lamps in the USA
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
► To activate the daytime running lamps: activate the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer.
► Turn the light switch to
.
With the engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
activated, the 
indicator lamp on
the
light switch and the 
indicator lamp
in
the instrument cluster light up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to or
, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Low-beam headlamps
► To switch on the low-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to
position 2 or start the engine.
► Turn the light switch to
.
The indicator lamp in the
instru ...
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 br ...
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Speed-dependent mode
If vehicle speed drops below 5 mph (8 km/h) with the wipers operating, the wipers
will switch to the next lowest speed. When vehicle speed increases to over 5 mph
(8 km/h), the original wiper spee ...
Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind
t ...
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (Amber)
Illuminates briefly as a bulb check when the ignition is switched on.
If the lamp remains on or illuminates while driving, there is a fault with the
ABS system. Drive with care, avoiding heavy br ...
