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:
Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the
tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A.
In addition to the mar ...
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Removing the wiper blade
► Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
► Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear
window until it engages.
► Position wiper blade 2 at a right angle ...
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers
or miles.
This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer
installed, the new one is ...
