Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Fuel filler flap emergency release - Refueling - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Fuel filler flap emergency release

WARNING Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they 
Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you could injure yourself while releasing the fuel filler flap.

The emergency release is located in the cargo compartment behind the side trim on the right-hand side, when viewed in the direction of travel.

Open the tailgate.
Open the right-hand side trim panel.

► Pull emergency release : in the

Pull emergency release : in the direction of the arrow.

The fuel filler flap is unlocked.

Open the fuel filler flap.

    Refueling
    Fuel filler flap The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked automatically when you open or close the vehicle with the SmartKey or using KEYLESSGO. The position of the fuel filler cap is displaye ...

    See also:

    ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
    ADS is continuously electronically-controlled. It adapts the damping characteristics to suit the current operating conditions. The damping is controlled for each wheel individually. This improve ...

    Adjusting the seats in the second andthird rows
    Important safety notes WARNING   Never travel in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat bel ...

    Adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
    When cornering using low beam, AFS will adjust the headlamp beams to provide improved illumination in the direction of travel. AFS is deactivated when:- • Reverse gear is selected. • The ...