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Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2023 6:39 pm
by kevm14
Putting these in one place because there are three.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Sat Dec 23, 2023 5:53 am
by kevm14

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Sat Dec 23, 2023 7:23 am
by kevm14
This guy says:
I was able to acquire all of the factory parts [longitudinal member reinforcement, trailer hitch crossmember, nuts, cabling, harnesses], install them, and then had the modules coded.

Parts:
Elastomer bumper support: 166-315-00-65-64
Crossmember / Tow bar: 166-310-02-00
Trailer crossmember wiring: 166-440-84-34
Longitudinal members: 166-310-03-18 and 166-310-04-18
Trailer control module: 246-900-35-18
Trailer wiring harness: 166-540-14-03
Flange nut (x8): 000000-003274-64
Bumper support $89: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 6315006564
Tow bar $1365.72 (sounds like junkyard sourced would be better): https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 1663100200
Wiring $45: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 1664408434
Longitudinal member 1 $272.55: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 1663100318
Longitudinal member 2 $209.30: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... EwLTA0LTE4
Trailer control module $198.90: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 2469003518
Trailer wiring harness $54.90: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 1665401403

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Sat Dec 23, 2023 12:21 pm
by kevm14
So for vehicles with Magic Vision Control (as this GLS550 is equipped, and newly available with the 2017 facelift),
https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... dhcw%3D%3D

Here is another option - pays back starting with the ~third replacement set:
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/merced ... escription

First introduced with the 2013 SL.
2012 - PACE Award Winner
Valeo Wiper Systems

What: VisioBlade® System

Judge's Citation: Valeo's VisioBlade®, introduced on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL, is a high-efficiency adaptive windshield washer system that uses internal ducting and an intelligent pump to distribute washer fluid along the leading edge of the blade. The VisioBlade system is at the heart of Mercedes Magic Vision Control's intelligent wash programs that tailor the use of washer fluid in winter, summer, high speed and Cabriolet (top down) scenarios to maximize driver safety and visibility while using the least amount of washer fluid. Valeo's precise spacing, laser-cut discharge openings along the entire length of the blade, and the intelligent pump allow Valeo to deliver dramatically improved cleaning performance while using half the cleaning fluid of conventional systems. Mercedes leveraged VisioBlade's performance and efficiency to reduce the washer reservoir in the SL by 1.7L with a corresponding CO2 emission friendly 1.7kg weight reduction. Mercedes will also offer a heated version of the VisioBlade that eliminates the ice/snow buildup on wiper blades in harsh winter climates.
Can try crossing to VALEO 178504 or supposedly 572320 VA320.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2023 9:22 pm
by kevm14
Spent some time with Xentry. I'm not that good at it but I managed to make these.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 7:05 am
by kevm14
CMP: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/merced ... 2761530028
Cam adjuster magnets: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/merced ... 2761560790

Cam adjuster magnet extension harness: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/merced ... 2711500156
OEM: https://www.mercedesbenzpartsshop.com/o ... 2711500156

There are also cheap aftermarket choices for this.

Mercedes oddly does not make a CMP extension harness so that is aftermarket only. There are a number of choices.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 7:50 am
by rpaoness
CARFAX

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:19 am
by kevm14
Cabin air instructions, plus air quality sensor instructions.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:20 am
by kevm14
PCV centrifuge replacement instructions. It is located at the rear of the passenger side cylinder head area.

Re: Mercedes GL/GLS test drives

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 10:43 am
by kevm14
2017 GLS550 service sheet (all the required maintenance and inspections) and the VMI for this particular one.