Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Brow of hill
When driving up an uphill gradient, slightly reduce pressure on the accelerator immediately before reaching the brow of the hill. Use the vehicle's own impetus to drive over the top of the hill.
This style of driving prevents:
• the vehicle from lifting off the ground on
the
brow of a hill
• loss of traction
• the vehicle from traveling too quickly down
the other side
Maximum gradient-climbing capability
For good road surface conditions, the
maximum gradient-climbing capability is
100%, which corresponds to an approach/
departure angle of 45°. Note that the
vehicle's gradient-climbing capability
...
Driving downhill
• Drive slowly.
• Do not drive at an angle down steep
inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive
with the front wheels aligned straight.
Otherwise, the vehicle could slip sideways,
tip ...
See also:
Lower Anchors
Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower
anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint
with lower attachments (B). ...
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. Proper tire inflation
cannot be determined by looking at the tire. Check the tire inflation pressure when
the tires are cold meaning the ...
Under body maintenance
Regularly flush the underbody with plain water, and pay particular attention
to areas where mud and debris collect.
If damage or corrosion are detected, have the vehicle checked by a Land Rover
R ...
