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:
General information
The program selector button allows you to
choose between different driving
characteristics.
Example: program selector button
For further information on the
automatic
drive program.
Onl ...
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General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft
alarm system w ...
