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:
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate
To change the liftgate to manual operation, press OFF on the liftgate switch.
With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate
can be manually opened and closed.
To open ...
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle
stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield,
the instrument panel, or the ...
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving.
Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local governme ...






