Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Engine oil
Vehicles with a diesel particle filter:
If the vehicle is mostly driven for short distances, it is possible that malfunctions may occur during the automatic cleaning of the diesel particle filter. This can lead to engine damage. Therefore, if you frequently drive short distances, make sure to drive on highways or inter-urban roads for 20 minutes at least every 310 miles (500 km).
General driving tips
Important safety notes
WARNING
Always remember that you must concentrate
primarily on driving the vehicle. The driver's
concentration must always be directed
primarily at road traffic ...
Brakes
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your ve ...
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Intelligent Key operation
You can lock or unlock the doors without
taking the key out from your pocket or bag.
When you carry the Intelligent Key with
you, you can lock or unlock all doors by
pushing the door handle ...
Sunglasses holder
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while
driving to prevent an accident.
To open the sunglasses holder, push 1 .
CAUTION
► Do not use for anything other than
glasses.
...
Operating the on-board computer
The on-board computer is activated as soon
as you turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the
ignition lock.
You can control the multifunction display and
the settings in the on-board computer using
...






