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:
Important safety notes
RACE START is only available in
AMG
vehicles.
RACE START enables optimal acceleration
from a standing start. The precondition for
this is a suitable high-grip road surface.
WARNING
RACE ...
Activating RACE START
•► Depress the brake pedal with your left foot,
and keep it depressed.
•► Turn the drive program selector clockwise until the RS lamp lights up.
The multifunction display shows the RAC ...
Important safety notes
A license agreement must exist in order to activate the mbrace service. Ensure
that your system is activated and ready for use, and press the
MB Info call button to register. If
any of the st ...
