Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Changing gear - Automatic transmission - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-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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    Cleaning the sensors
    ► Clean sensors 1 of the driving systems with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. When cleaning the sensors with a power washer, maintain a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle ...

    Engine compartment overview
    1. Dynamic response fluid reservoir cap. 2. Brake fluid reservoir cap. 3. Engine oil filler cap. 4. Engine coolant filler cap. 5. Windshield washer fluid filler cap. 6. Power steering fluid fil ...

    Bulb Replacement
    For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs  . For any bulb-changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. ...