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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After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or chassis, or
under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned ...
Preview function (for Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system equipped
model)
The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
with the preview function identifies the
need to apply emergency braking by
sensing the vehicle ahead in the same
lane and the distance to the vehic ...
Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that
may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can b ...






