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.
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See also:
Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated to the inflation pressures found on
the Certification label on the driver door or see Vehicle Load Limits
for more information. Make sure not ...
Before programing
NOTICE
When programing a device that may require you to press and re-press the hand-held
transmitter (cycle), unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible
motor failure.
...
Tire markings
1. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicle use.
2. The width of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge in millimeters.
3. The aspect ratio, also known as the profile, gives the si ...
