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:
Tire pressure specifications
WARNING
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely
affect handling and fuel economy, and ...
Air bag operation
WARNING
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance
of 10 in. (25 cm) between an occupant's chest and the driver’s air bag module.
WARNING
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Fuse box in the engine compartment
► Open the hood.
Illustrated: GL 450 (GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 550 are
similar)
► Remove any existing moisture from the
fuse box using a dry cloth.
► To open: open clamps 2.
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