Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023, Operator'S Manual

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This also applies when the engine or parts of the
drivetrain have been replaced.
Please also observe the following breaking-in
notes:
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In certain driving and driving safety systems,
the sensors adjust automatically while a cer-
tain distance is being driven after the vehicle
has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys-
tem effectiveness is not reached until the end
of this teach-in process.
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Brake pads, brake disks and tires that are
either new or have been replaced only achieve
optimum braking effect and grip after several
hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for
the reduced braking effect by applying greater
force to the brake pedal.
Notes on optimized acceleration
If all necessary requirements and activation con-
ditions are fulfilled, the best possible acceleration
can be achieved from a standstill.
Do not use the optimized acceleration on public
roads. Individual wheels could spin and you could
lose control of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of skidding and/or accident.
Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa-
tion on ESP
®
(
/
page 214).
Pulling away with optimized acceleration
&
WARNING Risk of skidding and having an
accident from wheels spinning
When you use optimized acceleration, individ-
ual wheels could spin and you could lose con-
trol of the vehicle.
If ESP
®
is deactivated, there is a risk of skid-
ding and accident.
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Make sure that no persons or obstacles
are in the close vicinity of your vehicle.
Requirements:
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the vehicle has been broken in (
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page 178).
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the vehicle and tires are in good condition.
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you are on a high-grip roadway.
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the engine and transmission are at normal
operating temperature.
* NOTE Increased wear due to optimized
acceleration
When pulling away with optimized accelera-
tion, all components of the drivetrain are sub-
jected to a very high load.
This can lead to increased component wear.
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Do not always pull away with optimized
acceleration.
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Engage the
h
drive position (
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page 196).
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Move the steering wheel to the straight-ahead
position.
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Select the sportiest available drive program
B or C (
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page 192).
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Deactivate ESP
®
(
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page 216).
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Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with
your left foot.
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With your right foot, fully depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
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