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:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of
your vehicle during the day.
Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold
in Canada ...
Parade Dimming
This feature automatically prohibits the dimming of the instrument panel displays
in daylight while the headlamps are on so that the displays are still able to be
seen. ...
Traction Control Operation
TCS is part of the StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel spin by
reducing engine power to the wheels (engine speed management) and by applying brakes
to each individual wheel (brake-trac ...
