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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    Precautions on seat belt usage
    If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident ...

    Cleaning genuine wood and trimelements
    ► Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. ► Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercede ...

    Releasing seat belts
    ► Press release button 4 and guide belt tongue 2 back towards belt sash guide 1. Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be trapped i ...