Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Notes for 4MATIC vehicles - Towing and tow-starting - Breakdown assistance - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Notes for 4MATIC vehicles

with either the front or the rear axle raised, Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission.

If the vehicle has transmission damage or damage to the front or rear axle, have it transported on a transporter or trailer.

In the event of damage to the electrical system

If the battery is defective, the automatic transmission will be locked in position P. To shift the automatic transmission to position N, you must provide power to the vehicle's electrical system in the same way as when jump-starting.

Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or trailer.

    Transporting the vehicle
    The towing eyes or trailer tow hitch can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter if you wish to transport it. ► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. ...

    Recovering a vehicle that has becomestuck
    Pull away smoothly, slowly, and in a straight line when pulling out a vehicle that has become stuck. Excessive tractive power could damage the vehicles. If the drive wheels have become stuck i ...

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    Ventilators
    Center ventilators Open/close the ventilators by moving the control to either direction. : This symbol indicates that the ventilators are closed. Moving the side control to this direct ...

    Selecting valet mode
    Valet mode allows the vehicle to be locked by a parking attendant, without giving access to the loadspace. Valet mode also prevents operation of the touch screen, to prevent access to telephone nu ...

    3rd row seats
    The 3rd row power folding seat controls are located behind the 2nd row seat (both the driver’s and passenger’s side) on the 3rd row cup holder console 1 . There are also controls locat ...