Kickdown

Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.

  • Vehicles for USA: fully depress the accelerator pedal. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.
  • Vehicles for Canada: depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.

The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.

    See also:

    Center console, lower section
    Stowage compartment Ashtray Cigarette lighter Power socket Selector lever Cup holder Stowage compartment Audio/COMAND controller Selects the drive program ...

    Important safety notes
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    Engaging park position P
    - Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction of arrow P. The automatic transmission shifts automatically into park position P if you open the driver's door when the vehicle is station ...