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:

    Setting a speed
    WARNING Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments. Increase or decrease the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road c ...

    General notes
    You will find information on the following topics in the Audio section: • notes on CDs/DVDs • notes on MP3 mode • notes on copyright ...

    Opening
    •► Press the button on the SmartKey. Handle (example: Sedan) •► Sedan: pull handle 1.•► Raise the trunk lid. Wagon: if you pull handle 1 and keep it in this position, you c ...