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:
Portable media
WARNING
Do not adjust the auxiliary device or allow the device to distract the driver
while the vehicle is moving. Driver distraction can lead to accidents causing serious
injury or death.
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Tow/Haul Mode
Pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the tow/haul
mode.
This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow/haul
mode is on.
Tow/Haul is a ...
Remote key fob transmitter locations
1. Cabin front transmitter.
2. Keyless start module.
3. Front exterior door handle transmitters.
4. Rear exterior door handle transmitters.
5. Cabin headlining transmitter.
6. Loadspace interio ...
