Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Changing gear
The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by:
• a shift range restriction, if selected
• the position of the accelerator pedal
• the road speed
Transmission positions
Park position
Do not shift the transmission into
position P() unless the
vehicle is stationary. The parking
lock should not be used as a brake
when parking. In addition to
engaging the parking ...
Driving tips
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
► Vehicles for USA: fully depress the
accelerator pedal.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on the engine speed.
► ...
See also:
If your vehicle overheats
CAUTION
► Do not continue to drive if your vehicle
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.
► To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the rad ...
Arduous driving conditions
When a vehicle is operated in extremely arduous conditions, more frequent attention
must be paid to servicing requirements. Arduous driving conditions include:
• Driving in dusty and/or sandy ...
Active Fuel Management®
Vehicles with V8 engines may have Active Fuel Management™. This system allows
the engine to operate on either all or half of its cylinders, depending on the driving
conditions. When less power is ...
