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:
Making adjustments in 5 mph (Canada:
10 km/h) increments
Briefly press the cruise control lever
beyond the pressure point, up 1 for a
higher speed or down 2 for a lower speed.
The last speed stored is increased or
reduced. ...
Important safety notes
We recommend that all infants and children
be properly secured in an infant or child
restraint system at all times while the vehicle
is in motion.
The use of seat belts and infant and child
r ...
Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS
Pulling away
– If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
– Briefly pull the cruise control lever
towards you.
or
– Accelerate briefly.
Your vehicle pulls away ...