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:
Valet hand-off
When you have to leave a key with a valet,
give them the Intelligent Key itself and
keep the mechanical key with you to
protect your belongings.
To prevent the glove box from being
opened du ...
Automatic Operation, If Equipped
AUTO: Press the air delivery mode button until this setting is selected to control
the inside temperature, air delivery, and fan speed. AUTO appears in the display
when automatic operation is active ...
Engine emergency off
If the engine cannot be switched off as
described, observe the following procedure:
► Take the fuse allocation chart out of the
vehicle tool kit.
► Search for fuse 120 in the fuse al ...






