Automatic mode D
This mode is for normal driving.
Hybrid 48 Vð page 99
e-Auto modeð page 102
Low dynamic mode L
This mode provides more engine braking.
Press L to engage low dynamic mode.
Free wheeling / car wash mode
In certain situations, e.g., in an automatic
car wash etc., it is necessary that the
wheels can move freely when the engine
is switched off.
To enable free wheeling, the vehicle has
to be stationary, the engine has to be
running and the driver's door has to be
closed.
1. Depress the brake pedal and select
N.
2. Within five seconds, depress and hold
the brake pedal, switch off ignition
and move the selector forwards or
backwards.
3. Release the brake pedal and switch
on ignition.
4. Depress and hold the brake pedal
and push the parking brake switch.
5. Release the brake pedal and switch
off ignition.
A message is displayed on the cluster
indicating that the wheels are unblocked
for the next 15 minutes.
To revert to normal operation, depress
and hold the brake pedal, switch on the
engine and press P.
Gear shift indication ▲ or ▼
▲ or ▼ with a number beside
it is indicated when gearshifting is
recommended for fuel saving reasons.
Electronic driving programmes
Following a cold start, the operating
temperature programme increases
engine speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
Special programmes automatically adapt
the shifting points when driving up
inclines or down hills.
In snowy or icy conditions or on
other slippery surfaces, the electronic
transmission control enables the driver to
select manually first, second or third gear
for starting off.
Fault
In the event of a fault, illuminates a
message is displayed on the cluster.
Vehicle messagesð page 60
Do not drive faster than 100 km/h.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Interruption of power supply
In the event of an interruption of power
supply, it is not possible to select another
mode when P is engaged.
Towing the vehicleð page 164
If the vehicle battery is discharged, start
the vehicle using jump leads.
Jump startingð page 163
If the vehicle battery is not the cause
of the fault, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Hybrid 48 V characteristics
The electric engine operates during start
and acceleration. Driving propelled by
electric engine only is possible at low
speeds, e.g. during parking manouvers
or stop and go traffic. If driving on
motorways with a slope at a speed less
than 150 km/h, the ICE is switched
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