Driving tips
AMG vehicles
When shifting down, the double-clutch function is active regardless of the currently selected drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by the double-clutch function depends on the drive program selected.
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
Vehicles for USA (except AMG
vehicles): fully depress the accelerator pedal.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.
Vehicles for Canada and AMG
vehicles: depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.
Working on the vehicle
WARNING
When working on the vehicle, engage the
parking brake and shift the automatic
transmission into park position P. Otherwise
the vehicle could roll away which could result
in an accident and/or serious personal injury.
See also:
Rear fog lamp
- To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2
or start the engine.
- Turn the light switch to or
or
.
If the light switch is set to or
, the rear f ...
Tailgate emergency release (Wagon)
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from
outside the vehicle, use the emergency
release on inside of the tailgate.
On vehicles with a folding bench seat you can
open the tailgate from insid ...
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you
open:
a door
the vehicle with the mechanical key
the tailgate
the hood
The alarm is not switched off, even i ...