Overview of transmission positions
The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the steering column.

P Park position with parking lock
R Reverse gear
N Neutral
D Drive
The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position. The current transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the transmission position display in the multifunction display.
See also:
Fuse box in the engine compartment
► Open the hood.
Illustrated: GL 450 (GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 550 are
similar)
► Remove any existing moisture from the
fuse box using a dry cloth.
► To open: open clamps 2.
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Displaying service messages
– Switch on the ignition.
– Press or
on the steering wheel
to select the Serv. menu.
– Press or
to select the ASSYST
PLUS submenu and press to confirm.
The service due date appears in th ...
Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Function
1 Multifunction display
2 Audio system/COMAND; see the separate operating instructions
3 Switches on the Voice Control
System; see the separate operating ...
