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:
Safety Chains
Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains
under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road
if it becomes separated from the ...
Using ACC
1. SET+: Press to increase or set the speed.
2. Press to resume the set speed.
3. Press to decrease the set speed.
4. CAN: Cancels, but retains the set speed in memory.
5. Press to decrease the ...
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)
If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage
repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement
parts. Poorly performed collision r ...
