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:
Operating range for engine start function
The operating range for starting the engine
inside the vehicle 1 is shown in the
illustration.
► If the Intelligent Key is on the instrument
panel, cargo area, inside the
glove box o ...
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
EBD controls the balance of braking forces supplied to the front and rear wheels,
in order to maintain maximum braking efficiency.
If the vehicle has a light load (only the driver in the vehicle fo ...
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
The ABS warning light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN.
This is normal.
If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn
you if there is a ...
