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:
Entering follow mode
WARNING
When in follow mode, the vehicle will not decelerate automatically to a stop,
nor will the vehicle always decelerate quickly enough to avoid a collision.
Note: Follow mode is an integ ...
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator
light goes off.
If it stays on, ...
OnStar Overview
If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect
to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic
Services.
The OnStar system sta ...
