Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Approach/departure angle

1 Approach/departure angle, front
2 Approach/departure angle, rear

• Comply with the rules for off-road
driving.
• Do not drive at an angle on slopes,
inclines or gradients, but instead follow the direct line
of fall. The maximum gradient-climbing capability of your vehicle is 100%, which
corresponds
to an approach/departure angle of 45°. Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing
capability
depends on the off-road conditions.
• Before tackling steep downhill gradients,
select shift range 1.
• Drive slowly.
• Avoid high engine speeds – drive at a
suitable engine speed (maximum 3000 rpm).
• Use the braking power of the engine when
driving down a slope. Observe the engine speed,
do not overrev the engine.
• Check the brakes after driving off-road for
a long time.
WARNING
Never turn the vehicle around on steep inclines. The vehicle might roll over. If
the vehicle cannot
complete the attempted climb, back it down in reverse gear.
Hill start assist will aid you when pulling away on a hill.
For more information, see "Hill start assist".
Traveling uphill
...
Maximum gradient-climbing capability
For good road surface conditions, the
maximum gradient-climbing capability is
100%, which corresponds to an approach/
departure angle of 45°. Note that the
vehicle's gradient-climbing capability
...
See also:
Removing the spare wheel
WARNING
Remove the spare wheel prior to jacking the vehicle, to avoid destabilizing the
vehicle when raised.
The spare wheel is heavy and if handled incorrectly may cause injury. Use extreme ...
Overriding the speed and follow mode
Whenever the driver is overriding the ACC by depressing the accelerator pedal,
the ACC will not automatically apply the brakes to maintain separation from any
vehicle ahead.
The set speed and gap ...
Steering Wheel Adjustment
Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down.
To set the memory position, see Vehicle Personalization . ...






