Mercedes-Benz 2013 GLS Class - Manual (Page 132)

a bulb, you could burn yourself on these com-
ponents. There is a risk of injury.
Allow these components to cool down before
replacing the bulb.
There are bulbs other than xenon and LED
bulbs that you cannot replace. Replace only
the bulbs listed (
Y page 130). Have the bulbs
that you cannot replace yourself replaced at
a qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when fitting.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview of bulb replacement – bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs. The
details for the bulb type can be found in the
legend.
Tail lamps
:
Reversing lamp: W 16 W
Replacing the rear bulbs
Reversing lamp
Lamp cluster
X Switch off the lights.
X Open the boot or luggage compartment.
X Reach up into the side panelling and pull
downwards until the lamp cluster is easily
accessible.
X Press the detent of connector ; and pull
out connector ;.
X Use a suitable tool to loosen and remove
four nuts :.
X Remove the entire lamp cluster.
X Turn bulb holder = anti-clockwise and pull
it out.
X Pull out the bulb.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder =.
X Insert bulb holder = into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
X Reinsert the lamp cluster.
X Tighten four nuts :.
X Push in connector ; until it engages.
X Insert the side panelling.
Windscreen wipers
Switching the windscreen wipers on/
off
! Do not operate the windscreen wipers
when the windscreen is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
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Windscreen wipers
Lights and windscreen wipers