Introduction
In transmission position D, you can use the steering wheel paddle shifter to restrict or derestrict the shift range for the automatic transmission (Y page 147).
The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear.
Driving situations
3 You can use the engine's braking effect.
2 To use the braking effect of the
engine on downhill gradients and
for driving:
- on steep mountain roads
- in mountainous terrain
- in arduous conditions
1 To use the braking effect of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretches
See also:
Switching the front climate control on/off using the front control panel
Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
To activate: press the
rocker switch
up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
goes out. The previously selected settings
...
Compass function
You can display the current compass
direction heading in which the front of the
vehicle is facing.
1 Current compass heading
2 geo-coordinates
In the compass view, you can see the current
...
Towing a trailer
There are numerous legal requirements concerning the towing of a trailer, e.g.
speed restrictions. Make sure that your vehicle/ trailer combination complies with
the local requirements not only in ...