Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview - Driving safety systems - Safety - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:

• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
• BAS (Brake Assist System)
• ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
• EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
• Distance warning function (vehicles with DISTRONIC)

    Important safety notes
    WARNING   The following factors increase the risk of accidents: • Excessive speed, especially in turns • Wet and slippery road surfaces • Following another vehicle too closely ...

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    Transmission
    Driver Shift Control (DSC) The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature: 1. Move the column shift lever to the M(Manual) position. The Driver Information Center (DIC) ...

    Safety note
    WARNING ► Do not disassemble or modify this system. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electric shock. ► Do not use this system if you notice any abnormality, such ...

    Traction – AA, A, B, C
    The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified governmen ...