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:
Switching off the engine
Before stopping the engine, ensure that the vehicle is parked safely with the
parking brake applied and P selected.
Press and release the engine START/STOP button to stop the engine. The audio,
t ...
Driver override options
Hill Descent Control (HDC) is automatically engaged for some terrain response
programs. If required, HDC can be deselected or engaged independently of terrain
response.
The HDC status will be dis ...
Dynamic stability control (DSC) OFF (Amber)
Illuminates when DSC is switched off. ...






