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:
Service interval indicator
An upcoming service interval will be notified to the driver via the message center,
as either a distance or time left until service is due. Once the distance or time
are exceeded, the display will ...
Loadspace cover
WARNING
Never place objects on top of the loadspace cover. During an accident or sudden
maneuver, loose objects can cause serious injury or death.
Operation:
1. Pull the rigid portion of t ...
Recovery Hooks
WARNING
Never pull on recovery hooks from the side. The hooks could break and you and
others could be injured. When using recovery hooks, always pull the vehicle straight
out.
Notice: Never ...






