Brilliant finish: the rear assembly of the M-Class
The rear area too of the M-Class also protects the sturdy passenger compartment in crash situations thanks to specific deformation work, therefore minimising the loads on the occupants. A special impact test conducted to check tank leakage gives an indication of the exceptional load capabilities of the rear part of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class body. The test involved running a crash carriage into the rear of the M-Class at 80 km/h. The tank system survived this fatal impact without suffering any leaks.
To enhance rigidity, increase the energy absorbtion capability and improve deformation behaviour, the multi-piece rear longitudinal members feature a continuous closed cross-section with stepped plate thicknesses (tailored blanks). The spare wheel well forms an integrated part of the steel floor, and a steel flexible bumper bracket carries the rear bumper covering and is connected to the rear structure via two steel crashboxes.
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Panic alarm
To activate: press
button 1 for at least one second.
An alarm sounds and the exterior lighting flashes.
To deactivate: press
button 1 again.
or
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition ...
Displaying program information
This function is only available for analog FM
and digital AM/FM programs (HD Radio).
Information relevant to the current station is
shown in the display window.
Select Info in the radio display ...
Exterior & Styling
Particularly from the rear, the GL's appearance looks a bit like Mercedes'
original M-Class. The 21-inch wheels, oversized grille and chrome running boards
on my test car gave it a look similar to ...
