Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Switching off the engine
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle
has come to a complete stop. With the engine
not running, there is no power assistance for
the brake and steering systems. In this case,
it is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort is
necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.
WARNING
Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone
only will shift the automatic transmission into
neutral position N automatically.
Always shift the automatic transmission into
park position P before turning off the engine.
Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which
could result in an accident and/or serious
personal injury.
If you cannot turn off the engine as described here, see "Engine emergency stop".
Vehicles with automatic transmission
► Apply the parking brake firmly.
► Shift the transmission to position P.
Using the SmartKey
► Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it.
The immobilizer is activated.
If you turn off the engine with the SmartKey and then remove it from the ignition lock or open a front door, the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically.
Using KEYLESS-GO
► Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
When the driver's door is closed, this corresponds to SmartKey position 1. When the driver's door is open, it corresponds to SmartKey position 0 or "SmartKey removed".
If you use the Start/Stop button to switch off the engine, the automatic transmission shifts to N automatically. If you then open the driver's or front-passenger door, the automatic transmission shifts to P.
In an emergency, the engine can be turned off while the vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for three seconds.
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NOTICE
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Ride Control System Messages
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If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays, it means there may
be a problem with the StabiliTrak system. If you see this message, try to reset
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Remote Control Buttons
(Power): Press this button to turn
the video screen on and off.
(Illumination): Press this button
to turn the remote control backlight on. The backlight automatically times out after
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