Mercedes-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.


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
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See also:
Cockpit
1. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-42)
2. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer
(P.2-7)
3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal
switch
— Headlight (P.2-38)
— Turn sign ...
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside
► Activate the cooling with air
dehumidification function .
► Activate automatic mode
.
► If the windows continue to fog up,
activate
the defr ...
Winter driving
Important safety notes
WARNING
If the vehicle becomes trapped in snow,
ensure that snow is kept away from the
exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle as
long as the engine is running ...






