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:
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
The vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system.
The RSE system works with the vehicle's audio system. The DVD player is part
of the front radio.
The RSE system includes a radi ...
Detailed Areas
Road network attributes are contained in the map database for detailed areas.
Attributes include information such as street names, street address, turn restrictions,
etc. A detailed area includes al ...
Waxing
Regular waxing protects the paint surface
and helps retain new vehicle appearance.
Polishing is recommended to remove builtup
wax residue and to avoid a weathered
appearance before reapplying ...
