Changing gear

The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by:
• a shift range restriction, if selected
• the selected drive program E/S or, for AMG vehicles, C/S/M
• the position of the accelerator pedal
• the road speed

    See also:

    Automatic drive program
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    Activation conditions
    You can activate the HOLD function if:  - the vehicle is stationary.  - the engine is running.  - the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.  - the p ...

    Activating/deactivating
    To activate: press the button. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. To switch off: press the button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The cooling with air dehumidificat ...