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.
► ...
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When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door or the liftgate
is open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. You will
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