Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U.S. government course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm, due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate conditions.
Overview of Tire Quality GradingStandards
The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.
Government requirement. Their purpose is to
provide drivers with consistent and reliable
information regarding tire performance. Tire
manufacturers a ...
Traction
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
charac ...
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Before driving off-road
Before venturing off-road, it is absolutely essential that inexperienced drivers
become fully familiar with the vehicle's controls. In particular, CommandShift™,
Hill Descent Control (HDC) a ...
Making adjustments in 1 mph (Canada:1 km/h) increments
► Briefly press the cruise control lever
to the
pressure point, up 1 for a higher speed or
down 2 for a lower speed.
The last speed stored is increased or
reduced. ...
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you
become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle ...
