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:
Adaptive dynamics
If the general warning lamp illuminates and the message ADAPTIVE DYNAMICS FAULT
is displayed in the message center, some reduction in ride comfort may be experienced.
If the fault persists, cons ...
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well the cruise control works on hills depends on the vehicle speed, the
load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, pressing the accelerator
pedal may be necessary to maint ...
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is
to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment
or hitting a road obstacle, data ...