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:
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
EBD controls the balance of braking forces supplied to the front and rear wheels,
in order to maintain maximum braking efficiency.
If the vehicle has a light load (only the driver in the vehicle fo ...
Telephone safety
WARNING
Use of your mobile telephone while you are driving is dangerous as it diverts
attention from the traffic situation. If you wish to use your telephone, stop at
an appropriate place wh ...
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
Note: This feature may not operate with all trailer designs.
NOTICE
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) will not operate in the event of the trailer jack-knifing.
NOTICE
The ability of the sy ...
