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.
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See also:
Setting the side air vents
► To open/close: turn thumbwheel 3 to the
left or right.
Side window defroster vent 1 is never
completely shut, even if side air vent 2 is
shut. ...
Activating/deactivating Blind SpotAssist
Further information about Blind Spot Assist.
► Press
on the steering wheel
to select the Additional functions menu.
► Press the
button to select the
Blind Spot Assist function.
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Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)
To contact the Customer Assistance Center (CAC), use the phone numbers listed
in this section.
Customer assistance is available Monday through Friday, 08:00 to 20:00 hours,
and Saturdays from 08: ...
