If it is not possible to release the gear selector from mode P in the usual man-
ner, then this can be emergency unlocked » page 93.
Notice
If you want to switch the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice ver-
sa, move the selector lever quickly. This prevents modes R or N from being ac-
cidentally selected.
Manual shifting (Tiptronic)
Fig. 66
Selector lever
Read and observe and on page 57 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears on the selector lever.
This mode can be selected both while stopping and while driving.
Switching to manual shifting using the selector lever
›
Push the selector lever to the left out of position D. The current gear is main-
tained.
Changing gear
›
To
change up, tap the selector lever forwards
+
» fig. 66.
›
To change down, tap the selector lever backwards
-
» fig. 66.
The currently selected gear is indicated in the display » fig. 64 on page 58 .
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 28.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached. If a lower gear
is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine
over revving.
Notice
It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual shift-
ing of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence
the wear on the brakes.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe and on page 57 first.
Moving off and pausing temporarily
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Start the engine.
›
Press the locking button and move the selector lever to the desired position
» page 58.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time (e.g. at a crossroads). However, the brake pedal should be de-
pressed, in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Accelerating at maximum speed during the journey (kickdown function)
If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the vehicle is in forward drive mode,
the kick-down function is turned on.
The gear change is adjusted accordingly to achieve maximum acceleration.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration ( e.g. on slippery roads) can lead to a loss of control over
the vehicle – There is a risk of an accident!
Running in and economical driving
Running in the engine
During the first 1 500 km, the driving style is decisive for successful the run-
ning in process is.
During the first 1 000 km the engine should not be pushed to more than 3/4
of the maximum permitted engine speed.
From about 1 000 to 1 500 km, the engine can be pushed up to the maximum
permitted engine speed.
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