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:
Ethanol
NOTICE
This vehicle is not suitable for use with fuels containing more than 10% ethanol.
Do not use E85 fuels (85% ethanol content). Equipment necessary for the use of fuels
containing more ...
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
WARNING
A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly
secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions
that came with th ...
Accepting a call
If someone calls you when you are in the
Telephone menu, a display message appears
in the multifunction display, for example:
► Press the
button on the steering
wheel to accept an incomi ...
