Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Occupant Classification System(OCS)
- How the occupant classificationsystem works
- System self-test
- Problems with the occupant classification system
Window curtain air bags
The window curtain air bags enhance the level
of protection for the head, but not chest or
arms, of the vehicle occupants on the side of
the vehicle on which the impact occurs.
The window curtai ...
How the occupant classificationsystem works
The OCS is standard equipment in the USA.
The OCS categorizes the occupant on the
front-passenger seat by means of a weight
sensor. The front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated automatically ...
See also:
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
If the vehicle has the airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration,
then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position.
The passenger airbag st ...
Air Vents
Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel
to direct the airflow.
Operation Tips
Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruc ...
Doors
WARNING
► Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat belts,
this provides greater safety in the event
of an accident by helping to prevent
persons from bei ...






