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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    Selecting valet mode
    Valet mode allows the vehicle to be locked by a parking attendant, without giving access to the loadspace. Valet mode also prevents operation of the touch screen, to prevent access to telephone nu ...

    Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister
    To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unlock the air only hose (F) from the tire sealant canister (B) by pulling up on the lever. 2. Pull the air only hose (F) from the tire sealant canister (B). 3 ...