Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: General notes
The LOW RANGE off-road gear assists you in driving off-road and when fording. When LOW RANGE is engaged, the engine’s performance characteristics and the gearshifting characteristics of the automatic transmission are adapted for this purpose. ABS, ESP® and 4 ETS programs especially adapted to offroad driving are also activated.
Information on "Off-road driving"; see. You will find information about driving safety systems in conjunction with LOW RANGE in the "Safety" section.
Shift ranges
WARNING
Always wait until the procedure of shifting
from HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE – and from
LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE – has been
entirely completed. During this procedure do not tu ...
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Tire and Loading Information Label
Label Example
A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center
pillar (B-pillar). With the driver door open, you will find the label attached below
the door lock po ...
General maintenance
General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal
day-to-day operation. They are essential for
proper vehicle operation. It is your responsibility
to perform these ...
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and
viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .
Specification
Use and ask for licensed engine oils wit ...







