Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Important safety notes
WARNING
The PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system.
It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the
need for extreme care. The responsibility
during parking and other critical maneuvers
always remains with the driver.
WARNING
Make sure no persons or animals are in or
near the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be
injured.
PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object.
PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you:
• switch on the ignition
• shift the transmission to position D, R or
N
• release the parking brake
PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 11 mph (18 km/h). It is reactivated at lower speeds.
PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper.

1Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side (example)
PARKTRONIC
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Range of the sensors
General notes
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and
slush; otherwise they may not function
correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking
care not to scratch or damage them.
Side view
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See also:
Operational indicators
1. Engine start operation indicator
This indicator appears when the selector
lever is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch w ...
Universal Remote System Programming
Vehicles with the Universal Remote System will have these buttons located in
the headliner.
This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters
used to activate devices ...
Specifications
Engine
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
Wheels and tires
Road wheel
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