Mercedes-Benz 2008 GL 450 Operator's Manual page 7

Contents
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 251
Opening and closing..................... 251
Synchronizing............................... 253
Driving systems ................................. 255
Cruise control............................... 255
Distronic* (Canada only) .............. 260
Distance warning function*
(Canada only) ............................... 272
Downhill Speed Regulation
(DSR)............................................ 273
Off-road driving program
(Vehicles without
enhanced off-road package*)....... 277
Air suspension program ............... 278
Adaptive Damping System
(ADS)*.......................................... 278
Vehicle level control ..................... 279
Parktronic system* ...................... 288
Rear view camera*....................... 293
Loading.............................................. 295
Carriers* ...................................... 295
Loading instructions..................... 301
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 302
Hooks........................................... 304
Expanding cargo compartment .... 304
Cargo compartment cover blind... 310
Cargo net* ................................... 312
Useful features .................................. 315
Storage compartments ................ 315
Parcel nets ................................... 319
Cup holders.................................. 320
Ashtrays ....................................... 321
Cigarette lighter ........................... 323
Power outlets ............................... 324
Floormats..................................... 325
Seat cover under third-row seats . 326
Heated steering wheel* ............... 327
Telephone* .................................. 328
Tele Aid ........................................ 331
Garage door opener ..................... 338
Compass ...................................... 344
Infrared reflecting windshield*..... 344
Operation ......................................... 345
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 346
Driving instructions ........................... 347
Drive sensibly - save fuel............. 347
Drinking and driving..................... 347
Pedals .......................................... 347
Power assistance ......................... 348
Brakes.......................................... 348
Driving off .................................... 350
Parking......................................... 350
Tires............................................. 351
Hydroplaning................................ 352
Tire traction ................................. 352
Tire speed rating .......................... 353
Winter driving instructions ........... 353
Standing water............................. 355
Off-road driving ............................ 355
Trailer towing ............................... 364
Passenger compartment.............. 370
Driving abroad ............................. 370
Control and operation of radio
transmitters ................................. 370
Catalytic converter
(gasoline engine).......................... 371