Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Approach/departure angle

1 Approach/departure angle, front
2 Approach/departure angle, rear

• Comply with the rules for off-road
driving.
• Do not drive at an angle on slopes,
inclines or gradients, but instead follow the direct line
of fall. The maximum gradient-climbing capability of your vehicle is 100%, which
corresponds
to an approach/departure angle of 45°. Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing
capability
depends on the off-road conditions.
• Before tackling steep downhill gradients,
select shift range 1.
• Drive slowly.
• Avoid high engine speeds – drive at a
suitable engine speed (maximum 3000 rpm).
• Use the braking power of the engine when
driving down a slope. Observe the engine speed,
do not overrev the engine.
• Check the brakes after driving off-road for
a long time.
WARNING
Never turn the vehicle around on steep inclines. The vehicle might roll over. If
the vehicle cannot
complete the attempted climb, back it down in reverse gear.
Hill start assist will aid you when pulling away on a hill.
For more information, see "Hill start assist".
Traveling uphill
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Maximum gradient-climbing capability
For good road surface conditions, the
maximum gradient-climbing capability is
100%, which corresponds to an approach/
departure angle of 45°. Note that the
vehicle's gradient-climbing capability
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See also:
Vehicle
Display messages
Shift to P or N
to start engine.
Possible causes/consequences and ►
Solutions
You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in
position R or D.
► Sh ...
Automatic low speed switch-OFF
If the speed of the vehicle decreases below 18 mph (30 km/h), the ACC system
will be automatically switched off and the warning lamp will go out.
If the brakes were being applied by the ACC system, ...
Steering Wheel Controls
Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle's
options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
Press to select preset or favorite
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