Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Notes on driving - Operation - Wheels and tires - Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GL-Class: Notes on driving

If the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tire pressures and correct them if necessary.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that the tires do not get deformed by the curb or other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive over curbs, speed humps or similar elevations, try to do so slowly and at an obtuse angle. Otherwise, the tires, particularly the sidewalls, can get damaged.

    Operation
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    Notes on regularly inspecting wheelsand tires
    WARNING   Regularly check the tires for damage. Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause acci ...

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    Audible reminders
    Key reminder chime A chime will sound if the driver side door is opened while the ignition switch is pushed to the ACC position. Make sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position, and ...

    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 abrup ...

    Meters and gauges
    1. Tachometer (P.2-8) 2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-11) 3. Speedometer (P.2-7) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-8) 5. Voltmeter (P.2-10) 6. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ ...