136 Driving and operating
Caution
Engaging R while the vehicle is
moving forwards could damage
the electric drive unit. Only select
R after the vehicle has been
stopped.
Neutral modeN
In this position, the propulsion system
does not transfer torque to the
wheels.
Automatic mode D
This mode is for normal driving.
Automatic mode B with one-pedal
driving
In this mode, vehicle speed is
significantly reduced by releasing the
accelerator pedal without operating
the brake pedal.
Use B when driving down steep hills,
in deep snow, in mud or in stop-and-
go traffic.
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Warning
In the case of extreme
temperatures or if the high voltage
battery is almost fully charged, the
brake force of the engine braking
may be temporarily reduced. If the
braking force is not sufficient, the
driver has to be prepared to use
the brake pedal.
B
can only be activated if D is
selected. Press button B
To deactivate B, press button B.
Regenerative braking 3 150.
Free wheeling
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 switch j.
5. Release the brake pedal and
switch off ignition.
A message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre indicating that the
wheels are unblocked for the next 15
minutes.