Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 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 depends on the off-road conditions.
Accelerate carefully and make sure that the wheels do not spin when driving on steep terrain.
If the load on the front axle is reduced
when pulling away on a steep uphill slope,
the front wheels have a tendency to spin.
4ETS recognizes this and brakes the wheels accordingly. The rear wheel torque is increased, making it easier to drive off.
Vehicles with the Enhanced Off-Road
Package have a differential lock for the
transfer case and a differential lock for the
rear axle to improve vehicle traction.
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 ...
Brow of hill
When driving up an uphill gradient, slightly
reduce pressure on the accelerator
immediately before reaching the brow of the
hill. Use the vehicle's own impetus to drive
over the top of the hill.
...
See also:
Anti-theft Alarm System
On vehicles with an anti-theft alarm system, to activate the system:
► Press on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter or the power door lock switch when any door is open.
The securit ...
MP3 file playback
If an MP3 CD is to be used, each session must be properly closed but the whole
disc does not have to be finalized.
When Browse is selected, the list of folders and MP3 files is displayed. Select
...
Trailer Wiring Harness
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package
The vehicle has a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector attached to
the rear bumper beam next to the integrated trailer hitch.
The seven-wire ...
