Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Unlocking the driver's door(mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered.
► Take the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey.
► Insert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.

► Firmly turn the mechanical key
counterclockwise
as far as it will go to position
1 and hold it in this position.
► Pull the door handle quickly.
The locking knob pops up.
The door is unlocked.
► Turn the mechanical key back and remove
it.
► Pull the door handle again.
► Insert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
Automatic locking feature
The vehicle locks automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels of the vehicle are turning at a speed of
more than
9 mph (15 km/h).
You could therefore be locked out when:
• ...
Locking the vehicle
If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the
SmartKey, you can lock it by taking the
following steps.
► Close the front-passenger door, the
rear
door on the front-passenger side and the ...
See also:
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work.
You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate,
but this is normal. ...
Before Driving
The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view
the video screen while driving and should not try to do so.
In severe or extreme weather conditions, the RSE system ...
Tire Inspection
We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one,
be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month.
Replace the tire if:
The indicators at three or mor ...






