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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    Luggage hooks
    WARNING ► Always make sure that the cargo is properly secured. Use the suitable ropes and hooks. ► Unsecured cargo can become dangerous in an accident or sudden stop. ► ...

    Low fuel warning (Amber)
    Illuminates when the remaining fuel reaches a minimum of 3 U.S gallons (12 liters), giving an approximate range of 50 miles (80 km). Refuel at the earliest opportunity. ...

    Emergency
    With Automatic Crash Response, the built-in system can automatically connect to help in a crash even if you cannot ask for it. Push to connect to an Emergency Advisor. GPS technology is used to id ...