Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Operation
- Notes on driving
- Notes on regularly inspecting wheelsand tires
- Tire tread
- Notes on selecting, mounting andreplacing tires
- MOExtended tires (tires with run-flatproperties)
Important safety notes
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
if you require information on approved and
recommended tires and wheels for summer
and winter operation. Advice on purchasing
and caring for tires is als ...
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 obst ...
See also:
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform
better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km/h (55 mph) or less for the firs ...
Brakes
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your ve ...
There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification/Tire
label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for the front and rea
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard.
2. Determine t ...






