Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Brow of hill
When driving up an uphill gradient, slightly reduce pressure on the accelerator immediately before reaching the brow of the hill. Use the vehicle's own impetus to drive over the top of the hill.
This style of driving prevents:
• the vehicle from lifting off the ground on
the
brow of a hill
• loss of traction
• the vehicle from traveling too quickly down
the other side
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
...
Driving downhill
• Drive slowly.
• Do not drive at an angle down steep
inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive
with the front wheels aligned straight.
Otherwise, the vehicle could slip sideways,
tip ...
See also:
Automatic low speed switch-OFF
If the speed of the vehicle decreases below 18 mph (30 km/h), the ACC system
will be automatically switched off and the warning lamp will go out.
If the brakes were being applied by the ACC system, ...
Checking engine oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil ...
Opening and closing the tailgate
NOTICE
Ensure there is minimum space of 39 in (1.0 m) above the rear of the vehicle
before operating the tailgate. Insufficient space may result in damage to the vehicle.
Do not operate the ...
