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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    Add-On Equipment
    When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment. Notice: ...

    Touch-Sensitive Screen Buttons
    Touch-sensitive screen buttons are located on the screen. When a screen button has been selected, a beep sounds. Screen buttons are highlighted when a feature is available. ...

    Cruise Control
    Press to turn cruise control on and off. The indicator comes on when cruise control is on. RES: Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed, or press and hold to acceler ...