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:
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this
system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in
this section.
Climate Control wi ...
Parking aid system fault
If a system fault is detected, a long high-pitched tone will sound, and the switch
indicator will flash. Contact your Land Rover Retailer/Authorized Repairer as soon
as possible. ...
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps are located in the overhead console.
They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed.
Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome ...
