2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GL Owners Manual

users have been detected or the roads are
adequately lit:
The high-beam headlamps are switched off
automatically. The W indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster goes out. The

Aut oma tic interi or lighting cont rolX
To switch on: set th e switch to center
position

Protect bulbs from moisture during opera-
tion. Do not allow bulbs to come into contact
with liquids.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot change. Replace only the
bulbs listed ( Y
page 137). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance changing bulbs, con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
Halogen headlamps
C
Low-beam headlamp: H7 55 WD
High-beam headlamp: H7 55 W

Low-beam headlamps (halogen head-
lamps) X
Remove the cover in the front wheel hous-
ing ( Y
page 137).X
Turn housing cover C counter-clockwise
and remove it. X
Turn bulb holder D counter-clockwise and
pull out. X
Pull the bulb out of bulb holder D .X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder D .X
Insert bulb holder D and turn it clockwise.X
Press on housing cover C and turn it to the
right. X
Replace the cover in the front wheel hous-
ing ( Y
page 137).
High-beam headlamps (halogen head-
lamps)
X
Switch off the lights. X
Open the hood. X
Turn housing cover C counter-clockwise
and remove it. X
Pull lever

You must open the service flap in the cargo
compartment before you can change the
bulbs in the brake lamp. X
To open: release service flap C at the top,
e.g. with a screwdriver, and swing it down-
ward in the direction of the arrow. X
Right side: remove the first-aid kit before-
hand and pull the parcel net down. X
To close: reinsert service flap C .
Brake lamp X
Switch off the lights. X
Open the cargo compartment. X
Open the service flap ( Y
page 138).X
Turn bulb holder C counter-clockwise and
remove it. X
Take bulb out of bulb holder C .X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder C .X
Insert bulb holder C into the lamp and turn
it clockwise. X
Close the service flap ( Y
page 138).
Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers
on/off
! Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place when
the windshield is dry. If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the wind-
shield wipers.
! If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, wax or
other residues may be the reason for this.
Clean the windshield using washer fluid
after washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash.
! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windshield
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windshield wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could then damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather.
Combination switch
G
? Windshield wiper offH
b Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity) I
c Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity) J

In the b or c position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically accord-
ing to the intensity of the rain. In the c
position, the rain sensor is more sensitive
than in the b position, causing the wind-
shield wiper to wipe more frequently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield
will no longer be wiped properly. This could
prevent you from observing the traffic condi-
tions.
Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
Combination switch
C

Installing the wiper blades X
Position new wiper blade C in the retainer
on the wiper arm and slide it into place in
the direction of the arrow.
The wiper blade audibly engages. X
Make sure that the wiper blade is seated
correctly. X
Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind-
shield.
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Removing a wiper blade
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock. X
Fold wiper arm C away from the rear win-
dow until it engages. X
Position wiper blade D at a right angle to
wiper arm C .X
Hold wiper arm C and press wiper
blade D in the direction of the arrow until
it releases. X
Remove wiper blade D . Installing a wiper blade X
Place new wiper blade D onto wiper
arm C . X
Hold wiper arm C and press wiper
blade D in the opposite direction to the
arrow until it engages. X
Make sure that wiper blade D is seated
correctly. X
Position wiper blade D parallel to wiper
arm C . X
Fold wiper arm C back onto the rear win-
dow.Windshield wipers 141
Lights and windshield wipers Z

Problems with the windshield wipers Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
The windshield wipers
are jammed. Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield
wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. X
For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the
ignition lock.
or X
Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the
driver's door. X
Remove the cause of the obstruction. X
Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers
fail completely. The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning. X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch. X
Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.142
Windshield wipers
Lights and windshield wipers