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Engaging reverse gear R

Mercedes-Benz E-Class / Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan and Wagon Owners Manual / Driving and parking / Automatic transmission / DIRECT SELECT lever / Engaging reverse gear R

Only shift the automatic transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.

•► When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal.

•► Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first point of resistance.

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