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:
Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod
The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed
below.
To use the softkeys:
1. Press the first or fifth softkey below the radio display to display the functions ...
Entry/exit function
This system is designed so that the driver’s
seat and steering column will automatically
move when the automatic transmission
selector lever is in the P (Park)
position. This allows the driv ...
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
The following messages may be displayed on the DIC:
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer
for repair.
PARKING ASSIST OFF: This message occurs if the driver ...






