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Starting procedure with the SmartKey
To start the engine using the SmartKey instead of KEYLESS-GO, pull the Start/Stop button out of the ignition lock. To start a gasoline engine: turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the ignition lo ...

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 ...

Exterior & Styling
Particularly from the rear, the GL's appearance looks a bit like Mercedes' original M-Class — so much so that a passenger walked up to an older M thinking it was the GL. The GL550's 21-inch wheels ...