Predictably, it anticipates the unpredictable.
A history of foresight, and changing the future. Mercedes-Benz has blazed new trails in safety engineering for more
than half a century —from the1951 patent for the crumple zone to emergency-sensing Brake Assist in the1990s. And since
these safety firsts have since become industry standards, it’s no surprise that the GL-Class continues to foretell what other
SUVs might someday do. Beyond its13-way air bag protection, it’s the only full-size SUV with PRE-SAFE, an innovation that
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can detect and prepare for a collision before it happens. The GL-Class doesn’t just look into the future. It looks out for yours.
PRE-SAFE. During certain vehicle maneuvers, the industry-exclusive
PRE-SAFE system can detect instability suggesting that a collision or
rollover is imminent. PRE-SAFE can then tighten the front seat belts,
close the windows and sunroof, and—on models equipped with the
optional front-seat memory — adjust the front head restraints and
Post-collision response. If an air bag or seat-belt ETD deploys,
the standard Mercedes-Benz mbrace system can initiate a call
to our 24-hour emergency response center — even if you can’t.
In addition, the POST-SAFE system automatically shuts off the
engine and fuel supply, turns on some cabin lights and the hazard
flashers, and unlocks the doors to assist rescuers.
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passenger seat, all in an effort to better prepare the occupants.
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Nine standard air bags. Within the high-strength steel-reinforced
uni-body structure of the GL-Class, nine air bags offer a total of 13
ways of protection. In addition to four side-impact air bags, side
curtain air bags are provided for all three seating rows. A driver’s
Accident avoidance. Two systems first introduced by Mercedes-
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Benz help you avoid potential collisions. ESP, our Electronic Stability
Program, monitors the vehicle’s response to your steering and
braking, and responds to help keep it on course during evasive
knee air bag augments the dual-stage front air bags.
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maneuvers.
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Brake Assist can apply full braking pressure if it detects
an emergency braking situation by the speed at which you step on
the brake pedal—potentially shortening your stopping distance.
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Advanced restraints. The GL-Class provides a 3-point seat belt
and adjustable head restraint at each of its seven seating positions.
Outboard seat belts in all three rows are equipped with Emergency
Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt-force limiters. In a rear impact,
NECK-PRO active front head restraints help to prevent whiplash.
Blind Spot Assist. When traveling at speeds above 20 mph, this
new GL-Class option (standard on the GL550) can alert its driver to
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some unseen vehicles in the next lane. When sensors in the rear
bumper detect a vehicle to either side, an indicator illuminates in the
appropriate side mirror. Then, should you prepare for a lane change
by activating your turn signal, an audible warning will sound.
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz GL550, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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