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:
Pairing and connecting using the media player
For further information on Bluetooth®, see 137, BLUETOOTH® INFORMATION.
Note: The process of pairing and connecting your media device with the vehicle,
using the media device, will vary depending ...
Theft-Deterrent Feature
TheftLock® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning
a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a dif ...
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving
defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts .
Assume that other road users (pedestrians, b ...
