Mercedes-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 ...
See also:
Satellite radio controls
WARNING
Do not adjust the touch screen controls, or allow the system to distract the
driver, while the vehicle is moving. Driver distraction can lead to accidents, causing
serious injury o ...
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages
if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some featu ...
Lamp check
A bulb check is initiated for some warning lamps when the ignition is switched
on and lasts for 3 seconds (except for the air bag warning lamp which remains illuminated
until the engine is started ...
