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
• the position of the accelerator pedal
• the road speed

    See also:

    Activating the HOLD function
    Make sure that the activation conditions are met. Depress the brake pedal. Quickly depress the brake pedal further until HOLD display 1 appears in the instrument cluster. The HOLD functi ...

    Range of the sensors
    General notes The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush; otherwise they may not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them (). Side view ...

    Overview of transmission positions
    The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the steering column. P Park position with parking lock R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its origi ...