Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview - Driving safety systems - Safety - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving safety systems overview

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
BAS (Brake Assist System)
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
Distance warning function (vehicles with DISTRONIC)

    Important safety notes
    WARNING   The following factors increase the risk of accidents: • Excessive speed, especially in turns • Wet and slippery road surfaces • Following another vehicle too closely ...

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    Trailer direction indicators (green)
    Illuminates as a bulb check when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes when the engine is started. If a trailer is attached, the warning lamp will flash in conjunction with the direction ...

    Waxing
    Regular waxing protects the paint surface and helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing is recommended to remove builtup wax residue and to avoid a weathered appearance before reapplying ...

    Configure Menu
    Press CONFIG to adjust several of the system's features and preferences. The last selected CONFIG screen is the screen that displays: Sound, Radio, Nav (navigation), Display, or Time. ...