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:
Cleaning the display
► Before cleaning the display, make sure
that
it is switched off and has cooled down.
► Clean the display surface using a
commercially-available microfiber cloth
and TFT/LCD display ...
How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank
WARNING
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains
ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
WARNING
If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint
will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be
seriously injured or kill ...






