Mercedes-Benz 2013 GL Class - Manual (Page 249)

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Highway level is set.
R
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) adapts
comfortable damping characteristics to
the current operating and driving
conditions.
R
4ETS and the differential lock are
adapted for driving on snow-covered
roads.
R
The automatic transmission selects the
automatic drive program for a
comfortable driving style that provides
for optimum fuel consumption.
R
The soft accelerator pedal curve is
selected, e.g. the accelerator pedal must
be pressed significantly further to
accelerate.
R
The optimum gear for pulling away is
engaged.
Trailer program
Select the trailer program when towing a
trailer.
X Selector wheel : engaged: briefly press
selector wheel :.
Selector wheel : extends.
X To select: turn selector wheel : until
indicator lamp ; comes on.
Trailer indicator = appears in the
multifunction display.
R
Highway level is set.
R
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) adapts
comfortable damping characteristics to
the current operating and driving
conditions.
R
The automatic transmission selects the
automatic drive program for a
comfortable driving style that provides
for optimum fuel consumption, changing
gear at optimum points.
R
While pulling away, the differential locks
are engaged.
Off-road driving systems
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)
G
WARNING
If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficient
traction:
R While driving off, apply as little throttle as
possible.
R
While driving, ease up on the accelerator
pedal.
R Adapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road conditions.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
4MATIC cannot prevent accidents resulting
from excessive speed.
! Never tow the vehicle with one axle
raised. This may damage the transfer case.
Damage of this sort is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All
wheels must remain either on the ground
or be fully raised. Observe the instructions
Driving systems
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Driving and parking
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