Mercedes-Benz 2007 GL-Class Automobile User Manual


 
Contents
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 253
Opening and closing..................... 253
Synchronizing............................... 255
Driving systems ................................. 257
Cruise control............................... 257
Distronic*..................................... 262
Distance warning function*.......... 274
Downhill Speed Regulation
(DSR)............................................ 275
Off-road driving program
(Vehicles without
enhanced off-road package*)....... 279
Air suspension package ............... 280
Adaptive Damping System
(ADS)*.......................................... 280
Vehicle level control..................... 281
Parktronic system* ...................... 290
Rear view camera*....................... 295
Loading.............................................. 297
Carriers* ...................................... 297
Loading instructions..................... 303
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 304
Hooks........................................... 306
Expanding cargo compartment .... 306
Cargo compartment cover blind... 312
Cargo net* ................................... 313
Useful features .................................. 316
Storage compartments ................ 316
Parcel nets ................................... 320
Cup holders.................................. 321
Ashtrays*..................................... 322
Cigarette lighter* ......................... 324
Power outlets............................... 325
Floormats*................................... 326
Seat cover under
third-row seats............................. 327
Heated steering wheel* ............... 328
Telephone* .................................. 329
Tele Aid ........................................ 332
Garage door opener ..................... 339
Compass ...................................... 345
Infrared reflecting windshield*..... 345
Operation......................................... 347
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 348
Driving instructions ........................... 349
Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 349
Drinking and driving..................... 349
Pedals .......................................... 349
Power assistance......................... 350
Brakes.......................................... 350
Driving off .................................... 352
Parking......................................... 352
Tires............................................. 353
Hydroplaning................................ 354
Tire traction ................................. 354
Tire speed rating.......................... 354
Winter driving instructions........... 355
Standing water............................. 356
Off-road driving............................ 357
Trailer towing............................... 366
Passenger compartment.............. 371
Driving abroad ............................. 372
Control and operation of
radio transmitters ........................ 372
Catalytic converter
(gasoline engine).......................... 373
Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 373