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:
When to Check Lubricant
Refer to Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the
lubricant. ...
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When adding windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions
before use. If the vehicle will be operating in an area where the temperature may
fall below f ...
Trip computer
The computer memory stores data for a journey or series of journeys until it
is reset to zero. The displayed information is for guidance only, as it can be affected
by traffic, road and weather co ...
