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:
Seat belt extenders
If, because of body size or driving position,
it is not possible to properly fit the lapshoulder
belt and fasten it, an extender
that is compatible with the installed seat
belts is available t ...
Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery .
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
If the vehicle's battery has run down, you may wan ...
Symbols used in this handbook
This safety alert symbol precedes any safety message about a risk of personal
injury. It will also have one of the following signal words.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not ...






