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 original position. The current transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the transmission position display in the multifunction display.
See also:
INTERIOR
It's inside the R-Class where some of those previously mentioned quirks start
rearing their ugly heads.
The R-Class has an electronic gearshift lever on the steering wheel. Putting
the car into ...
Convenience
Activating/deactivating the EASYENTRY/ EXIT feature
You can use the Easy Entry/Exit: function to activate or deactivate the EASY
ENTRY/ EXIT feature ().
WARNING
You must make sure no one can ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel
while driving, or driving without the steering wheel adjustment feature locked could
cause the driver to ...
