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
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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:
Problems with the sliding sunroof
Problem: the sunroof cannot be closed
and you cannot see the cause.
WARNING
You could be severely or even fatally injured
when closing the sliding sunroof with
increased closing force ...
Topping up the dynamic response fluid
NOTICE
Dynamic response fluid will damage painted surfaces. Soak up any spillage with
an absorbent cloth immediately and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and
water.
Do not fill t ...
Starter Switch Check
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room aroun ...
