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:
Power Seat Adjustment
WARNING
You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while
the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make
you push a pedal when you ...
Problems with air bag deactivation system
WARNING
If the indicator lamp
illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a
typical adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the
passenger s ...
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
This section is only for people of adult size.
There are special things to know about safety belts and children.
And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will
be ...






