Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Off-road ABS
An ABS mode specifically suited to off-road terrain is activated automatically if the offroad drive program is activated or the LOW RANGE off-road gear is selected.
At speeds below 18 mph(30 km/h), the front wheels lock periodically when braking. The digging-in effect achieved in the process reduces the stopping distance on off-road terrain. This limits steering capability.
Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsing in the brake pedal.
► If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal with force until the braking
situation is over.
► ...
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section.
BAS operates in emergency braking
situations. If you depress the brake pedal
quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking
force, thus s ...
See also:
Terrain response operation
A rotary control just in front of the gear lever is used to select the required
special program.
Information relating to the suitability of each terrain response program on different
types of s ...
Using the navigation system
WARNING
In the interests of safety, only operate, adjust or view the system when it is
safe to do so.
WARNING
The navigation system is not a substitute for driving safely, with due care ...
Passenger Sensing System
If the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following
illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front
passenger position. The passenger ...
