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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Position of the steering wheel when theEASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active
The steering wheel swings upwards when
you:
• remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock
• open the driver's door and KEYLESS-GO is
in position 1
• open the driver's door and the SmartK ...
Locking with power door lock switch
Operating the power door lock switch will
lock or unlock all the doors. The switches
are located on the driver’s and front
passenger’s door armrests.
To lock the doors, push the power do ...
Precautions on vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
The system is intended to enhance the
operation of the vehicle when following a
vehicle traveling in the same lane and
direction.
If the distance sensor A detects a slower
moving vehicle a ...
