Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 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 restriction, if selected
• the position of the accelerator pedal
• the road speed
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 ...
Driving tips
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
► Vehicles for USA: fully depress the
accelerator pedal.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on the engine speed.
► ...
See also:
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Metric
English
This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. Under normal driving conditions
the gauge will read 100°C (210°F) or less.
If the gauge pointer is near 125°C (260°F), the ...
Heated Rear Seats
The buttons are on the Rear Sear Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the center
console.
Press or
to heat the left outboard or right
outboard seat cushion and to cycle through the temperature set ...
Components and storage
The EASY-PACK load-securing kit allows you
to use your cargo compartment for a variety
of purposes. You can keep the EASY-PACK
load-securing kit in the bag supplied and store
it together with the ...
