Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Steering wheel paddle shifters

1 Left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter
2 Right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter
You can restrict or derestrict the shift range by using the steering wheel paddle shifters.
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.
► ...
Shift ranges
Introduction
When the automatic transmission is in
position D, it is possible to restrict or
derestrict the shift range.
The shift range selected is shown in the
multifunction display. The auto ...
See also:
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you
become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle ...
Entry/exit function
This system is designed so that the driver’s
seat and steering column will automatically
move when the automatic transmission
selector lever is in the P (Park)
position. This allows the driv ...
Safety Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although
the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
They can help tighten the s ...






