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.
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