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:
Side impact air bags
WARNING
The pressure sensors for side impact air bag
control are located in the doors. Do not modify any components of the doors or
door
trim panels including, for example, the
addit ...
SBZA Error Messages
The following messages may appear in the DIC:
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF: This message indicates that the driver has
turned the system off.
SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE: This message in ...
Cleaning the rear view camera
► Use clear water and a soft cloth to
clean
camera lens 1.
Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the rear view camera with a power
washer. ...
