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:
Battery Replacement
To change the remote control batteries:
1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control.
2. Replace the two batteries in the compartment. Make sure they are installed
correctly using the diagram ...
Deselecting valet mode
When you enter the vehicle, touch the Valet button to view the Valet mode screen.
Enter your 4 digit PIN and touch the OK button. Valet mode deactivated is displayed
to indicate that your PIN has ...
Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine
Compartment Overview for the location of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid ...
