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:
Destination
Press DEST to access the Destination Entry screen. From this screen, you can
select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points.
To enter a destination, choose from one of ...
Intelligent Key battery replacement
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
Replace the battery as follows:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of the
Intelligent Key and remove t ...
Automatic transmission high to low range
1. With the vehicle slowing down, and traveling between 24 mph (40 km/h)
and 2 mph (3 km/h), select N.
2. Press the rear of the transfer gearbox switch to select Lo.
3. Wait for the range ch ...
