Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 180)

Traveling uphill
Approach/departure angle
: Approach/departure angle, front
; Approach/departure angle, rear
Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package : ;
Raised level 31° 26°
Highway level 26° 21°
Vehicles with extended
off-road package : ;
Off-road level 3 32° 27°
Off-road level 2 31° 26°
Off-road level 1 28° 23°
Highway level 26° 21°
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Comply with the rules for off-road driving.
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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.
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Before tackling steep downhill gradients, select shift range 1.
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Avoid high engine speeds – drive at a suitable engine speed (maximum 3000 rpm).
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Use the braking power of the engine when driving down a slope. Observe the engine speed,
do not overrev the engine.
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Check the brakes after driving off-road for a long time.
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Driving tips
Driving and parking