Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving systems
- Cruise control
- DISTRONIC
- Level control
- ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
- PARKTRONIC
- Rear view camera
- Blind Spot Assist
Driving downhill
• Drive slowly.
• Do not drive at an angle down steep
inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive
with the front wheels aligned straight.
Otherwise, the vehicle could slip sideways,
tip ...
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 ...
See also:
Hints on driving with ACC
The system acts by regulating the speed of the vehicle, using engine control
and the brakes. Gear changes may occur in response to deceleration or acceleration
while in ACC.
ACC is not a collisio ...
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the
best fuel economy possible.
Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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