Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Operating the on-board computer - Displays and operation - On-board computer and displays - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Operating the on-board computer

The on-board computer is activated as soon as you turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock.

You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on-board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.

Multifunction display

    Speedometer with segments
    The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available. DISTRONIC activated: One or two segments in the set speed range light up. DISTRONIC detects a vehicle in front: T ...

    Multifunction display
    Values and settings as well as display messages are shown in the multifunction display. 1 Trip odometer 2 Odometer 3 Transmission position 4 Status bar with outside temperature or speed For ...

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    Activating/deactivating climatecontrol
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