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 ...

    See also:

    Defensive Driving
    Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts  . Assume that other road users (pedestrians, b ...

    Vehicle data, GL 550
    The data stated here refers specifically to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. ...

    Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/Blind Spot InterventionTM system (if so equipped)
    The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Blind Spot InterventionTM systems can help alert the driver of other vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes. The BSW system uses radar sensors 1 ins ...