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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    How to Check Lubricant
    To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. A. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level from 0mm (0 in) to 3.2 ...

    System operation
    The automatic drive positioner system will not work or will stop operating under the following conditions: ► When the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH (7 km/h). ► When the adjusting s ...

    Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
    BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE When the vehicle’s battery is severely discharged, this message will display and four chimes will sound. Start the vehicle immediately. If the vehicle is not started and ...