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:
Range change indicators
In Hi, the Hi range switch indicator is illuminated.
In Lo, the green warning lamp in the instrument pack and the Lo range switch
indicator are illuminated.
While a range change is in progress, ...
Fastening seat belts
WARNING
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained on the rear
seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus,
we strongly recommend that children be
...
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks
A. Yellow: Video Input
B. White: Left Audio Input
C. Red: Right Audio Input
The A/V jacks are color coded to match typical home entertainment system equipment.
The A/V jacks, located on the rear ...