Ads (adaptive damping system), Driving and parking, Driving systems – Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2012 Owners Manual User Manual
Page 197
Once highway level has been reached, all
indicator lamps = go out. You will see a
message in the multifunction display, for
example:
If you have not previously selected the off-
road menu (
computer, the message disappears after
about five seconds.
The vehicle automatically adjusts to highway
level when you drive faster than
60 mph(115 km/h). Depending on the ADS
setting (
page 195), the vehicle is lowered
to high-speed level at high speeds.
i
If a trailer is being towed, the vehicle is
not lowered to high-speed level.
ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
ADS is continuously electronically-controlled.
It adapts the damping characteristics to suit
the current operating conditions. The
damping is controlled for each wheel
individually. This improves driving safety and
tire comfort.
This depends on:
R
your driving style
R
the road surface conditions
R
the ADS setting
R
the vehicle level setting
Your selection remains stored even if you
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Vehicles without extended Off-Road Pro
engineering package
Vehicles with extended Off-Road Pro engineering
package
You can choose between the following ADS
settings:
R
AUTO for normal driving situations;
indicator lamps ; and = are off.
R
SPORT for sporty driving; indicator
lamp ; is on. In comparison with AUTO or
COMF, the vehicle is lowered by
0.6 in(15 mm).
R
COMF for a more comfortable ride;
indicator lamp = is on.
X
Start the engine.
X
Press button : repeatedly until the
desired setting is selected.
Driving systems
195
Driving and parking
Z