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:
Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the
tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A.
In addition to the mar ...
Connecting a starting aid
To start the vehicle using a starting aid or a slave battery, follow the instructions
in the sequence given.
1. Connect the positive (Red) booster cable to the positive battery terminal
of the di ...
Cruise control
Important safety notes
Cruise control maintains a constant road
speed for you. It brakes automatically in order
to avoid exceeding the set speed. On long and
steep downhill gradients, especially i ...
