Mercedes-Benz GL450 Operator's Manual page 50

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The last set steering wheel position is stored
when
the ignition is switched off ( page 41)
the position is stored in memory
( page 140)
With the easy-entry/exit feature activated,
the steering wheel tilts upwards when you:
remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch
or
open the driver's door with the
SmartKey in starter switch position 0
or 1 ( page 41) or the KEYLESS-GO*
start/stop button in position 1
( page 43)
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If the current position for the steering wheel
is in the uppermost tilt position, the steering
wheel will no longer be able to move upward
when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.
The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted,
when the engine is started.
Warning!
Let the system complete the adjustment
procedure before setting the vehicle in mo-
tion. All steering wheel adjustment must be
completed before setting the vehicle in mo-
tion. Driving off with the steering wheel still
adjusting could cause the driver to lose con-
trol of the vehicle.
Steering wheel adjustment, manual
Warning!
Only adjust the steering wheel with the vehi-
cle at a standstill and make sure the steer-
ing wheel is securely locked in place before
driving off.
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Driving without the steering wheel adjust-
ment locked may cause an unexpected
steering wheel movement which could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehi-
cle. Make sure the steering wheel is secure-
ly locked by trying to move it up and down,
and in and out before driving off.
Make sure that
you can reach the steering wheel with
your arms slightly bent at the elbows
you can move your legs freely
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all displays (including malfunction and
indicator lamps) on the instrument
cluster are clearly visible
The steering wheel adjustment release
handle is located on the lower left of the
steering column.
Getting started
Adjusting
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