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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Front auxiliary input jacks
The front auxiliary input jacks are located
in the console box. NTSC compatible
devices such as video games, camcorders
and portable video players can be connected
to the auxiliary jacks. Co ...
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio)
A. Fan Control
B. Air Delivery Mode Control
C. Temperature Control
For vehicles with the rear climate control system, the controls are located on
the rear of the center console.
Press the REAR ...
Windshield Replacement
The vehicle is equipped with an acoustic windshield. If you ever have to have
the windshield replaced be sure to get an acoustic windshield so you will continue
to have the benefits an acoustic wi ...
