Upshifting
In manual drive program M, the automatic
transmission does not shift up
automatically even when the engine
limiting speed for the current gear is
reached. When the engine limiting speed is
reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent
the engine from overrevving. Always make
sure that the engine speed does not reach
the red area of the tachometer. There is
otherwise a risk of engine damage.
Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle
shifter.
The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear.
Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator appears in the multifunction display.

1 Gear indicator
2 Upshift indicator
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
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COMAND APS standard on G 500
All G 500 model versions feature the COMAND APS infotainment system with a
built-in six-disc DVD changer. The system's specification includes hard-disc
navigation with a tracking function outside ...
Displaying the range and current fuel
consumption
Press the or
button on the
steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
Press the or
button to select
Range.
The current fuel consumption and the
approximate range are displayed.
The app ...
