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:
Tire labeling
Federal law requires tire manufacturers
to place standardized information
on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and describes
the fundamental characteristics of
the tir ...
Transfer Case
If the vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform the lubricant
checks described in this section. ...
Special Application Services
► Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000
km/3,000 mi.
► Have underbody flushing service performed once a year. ...






