Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 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 lock, you must always apply the parking brake to secure the vehicle.
If the vehicle electronics are malfunctioning, the transmission may be locked in position P.
Have the vehicle electronics checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, immediately.
Reverse gear
Only shift the transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.
Neutral
Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. The transmission could otherwise be damaged.
No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels.
Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it.
If ESP® is deactivated or faulty:
only shift the transmission to position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding, e.g. on icy roads.
Rolling in neutral N can damage
the drive train.
Drive
The automatic transmission changes gear automatically. All forward gears are available.
Transmission position display
The current transmission position is shown in
the multifunction display.
1 Transmission position
The arrows in the transmission position
display show how and into which
transmission positions ...
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 restrictio ...
See also:
All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
Dinghy and Dolly Towing
Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground,
or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components.
Do no ...
Warning signals
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key listed on the following
chart or to help prevent the vehicle from
being stolen, chime or beep ...
Voice tutorial
To listen to a tutorial detailing the operation of the Voice system:
1. Briefly press the Voice button to start a voice session.
2. Wait for the tone to sound, then say Voice tutorial.
Alternativel ...