Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Off-road ABS
An ABS mode specifically suited to off-road terrain is activated automatically if the offroad drive program is activated or the LOW RANGE off-road gear is selected.
At speeds below 18 mph(30 km/h), the front wheels lock periodically when braking. The digging-in effect achieved in the process reduces the stopping distance on off-road terrain. This limits steering capability.
Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsing in the brake pedal.
► If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal with force until the braking
situation is over.
► ...
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
BAS operates in emergency braking
situations. If you depress the brake pedal
quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking
force, thus s ...
See also:
Cruise Control
WARNING
Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous ...
Passenger Sensing System
United States
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal
airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag, seat-mounted side impact airbag ...
Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel, to the left of
the steering wheel.
: Turns the automatic light control
on or off.
AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps at ...






