Downhill gradients
On long and steep gradients, you
must
reduce the load on the brakes by shifting
early to a lower gear. This allows you to take
advantage of the engine braking effect and
helps avoid overheating and excessive
wear of the brakes.
When you take advantage of the engine
braking effect, a drive wheel may not turn
for some time, e.g. on a slippery road
surface. This could cause damage to the
drive train. This type of damage is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty.
See also:
Stately Design
Redesigned for 2007, the S-Class has always been a handsome, if conservative,
car. For 2010, a few visual updates give it a more assertive presence, which is
a welcome change. The bumpers get a mo ...
Activating/deactivating
WARNING
Any accumulation of snow and ice should be
removed from the rear window before driving.
Visibility could otherwise be impaired,
endangering you and others.
The rear window defroster ha ...
Safety & Reliability
As of this writing, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not yet
crash-tested the GL-Class. Eight standard airbags include three-row side curtain
airbags and seat-mounted side-impact air ...
