Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Changing gear - Automatic transmission - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-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. ► ...

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    Trailer electrical connection
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    Care and maintenance
    Use a lightly dampened, lint free cloth to clean the surfaces of your Dual Head Restraint DVD System (DVD player face, screen, remote controller, etc.). CAUTION ► Do not use any solve ...

    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 ...