Jerzeyjoe

I picked up a 2014 with the illuminated star. I was only able to get it to light 1 time. Before I take it back to the dealer is there a way to turn it on?
I have no idea what I did to get it lit. Driving me nuts that I can't get it to light. Obviously I know that it might be defective. Just want to make sure I'm not overlooking a button or something.

Thank you

srfrboy

No button. It should turn on when you parking lights are on.

easternshore

My GLC300 came with the lighted star. I had them remove it at the port for a credit. I don't drive a lot at night, but what is its purpose?

larrypmyers

Nothing more than bling.

Also lets oncoming traffic know you are prosperous enough to drive a Merc.

fabbrisd1

"Early" Illuminated Stars were not Fed approved as running lights - and flash when locking/unlocking your Mercedes - OP on your 14 see if this is the case with your GL.

Later - when Illuminated Star was Fed approved as running light - then you have all-time illumination at night with headlights.

If I remember correctly - 14 for GL was "split" year - early were not Fed running light - later were Fed running light.

I "think" there may be a MB wiring kit for current Fed running light function.

Bimmer777

Such a silly option...personal opinion of course.

KosherBenz

Love my illuminated star.

chewychiu

I have a 2013. Bought an illuminated star from a friend of mine for $100(fell off the truck), installed. Very happy with it.

Mike450

Love mine as well. It's not overly obnoxious, just a subtle light up, nice when you see it coming as you are waiting in line at valet, let's say.

easternshore

That sounds dignified. Thanks, Mike.

Ricky Spanish

I think they are great! Only down side to having distronic....

lauwersp

I wish they would figure out the engineering so that you could have both distronic and the illuminated star. And I wish the star in the rear illuminated. It was a matter of time before manufacturers did this... if you're going to bother having these brand logos, why not illuminate them when it's dark?

Mike450

Tesla does it.