Mercedes-Benz 2008 GL 450 Operator's Manual page 462

2008 gl-class

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Display message

cause/conse-

If the 59 indicator lamp

Possible solution

Monitor the 59 indicator lamp on the center console ( page 85) and

the multifunction display in the instrument cluster ( page 26) for the following:

With the seat unoccupied and the ignition turned on,

the 59 indicator lamp on the center console should illuminate and

remain illuminated, indicating that the OCS ( page 81) has deactivated the air

Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual

appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied. Wait at

least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to

make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display.

If above conditions are met, you can occupy the front passenger seat again.

Depending on the front passenger classification sensed by the OCS ( page 81),

the 59 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out.

If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system

checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

remains out even after performing the above

corrective steps, do not have any children

12 years old and under and other small

Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual

individuals use the front passenger seat

until the system has been repaired.

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