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Setting the glove box air vent

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class / Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owners Manual / Climate control / Setting the air vents / Setting the glove box air vent

Close the air vent when heating the vehicle.

At high outside temperatures, open the air vent and activate the "cooling with air dehumidification" function. Otherwise, temperature-sensitive items stored in the glove box could be damaged.

1 Air vent thumbwheel


1 Air vent thumbwheel 2 Air vent

When automatic climate control is activated, the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to cool its contents. The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings.

To open/close: turn thumbwheel 1 clockwise or counter-clockwise.

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