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as a result of the later automatic transmis-

sion shift points, the fuel consumption pos-

sibly being higher.

the suspension exhibits particularly stiff

springing and damping settings (vehicles

with AIR RIDE CONTROL).

gliding mode is not available.

the ECO start/stop function is not availa-

ble.

To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever

to position D.

Pull steering wheel gearshift paddle :

or ;.

Temporary setting will be active for a certain

amount of time. Under certain conditions the

minimum amount of time is extended, e.g. in

the case of lateral acceleration, during an

overrun phase or when driving on steep ter-

rain.

To deactivate: pull steering wheel gear-

shift paddle ; and hold it in place.

Manual gearshifting

General notes

Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to shift the

transmission position.

You can change gear yourself using the steer-

ing wheel gearshift paddles. The transmission

must be in position D.

Depending on which gearshift paddle is

pulled, the automatic transmission immedi-

ately shifts into the next gear up or down, if

permitted.

All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi-

cles): use the DYNAMIC SELECT button to

change the drive program.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: use the DYNAMIC

SELECT controller to change the drive pro-

gram.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: to use manual

shifting, you have two options:

temporary setting

Permanent setting (Mercedes-AMG

vehicles)

permanent setting

If you activate manual gearshifting, the mul-

tifunction display will show the current gear

instead of transmission position D.

If manual gearshifting is deactivated, the

gears will be selected automatically.

Temporary setting

To activate: shift the selector lever to posi-

tion D.

Press button :.

To deactivate: press button :.

If position D (automatic transmission) is

selected for the transmission in drive pro-

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Gearshift recommendation

gram I: shift to drive program I with the

DYNAMIC SELECT controller.

Shifting gears

! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the automatic

transmission does not shift up automati-

cally even when the engine limiting speed

for the current gear is reached. When the

engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel

supply is cut to prevent the engine from

overrevving. Always make sure that the

engine speed does not reach the red area of

the rev counter. There is otherwise a risk of

engine damage.

The gearshift recommendations assist you in

adopting an economical driving style. The rec-

ommended gear is shown in the multifunction

display.

Shift to recommended gear ; according

to gearshift recommendation : when

shown in the multifunction display.

Upshifting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

! The automatic transmission does not shift

up automatically even when the engine lim-

iting speed for the current gear is reached.

When the engine limiting speed is reached,

the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine

from overrevving. Always make sure that

the engine speed does not reach the red

area of the rev counter. There is otherwise

a risk of engine damage.

To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift

paddle ;.

The automatic transmission shifts up to the

next gear.

All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG

vehicles): if the maximum engine speed on

the currently engaged gear is reached and

you continue to accelerate, the automatic

transmission automatically shifts up in

order to prevent engine damage.

To shift down: pull steering wheel gear-

shift paddle :.

The automatic transmission shifts down to

the next gear.

Automatic downshifting occurs when

coasting.

Beforetheenginespeed reachesthered area,

an upshift indicator will be shown in the mul-

tifunction display.

Shift to recommended gear : when mes-

sage ; is shown in the multifunction dis-

play.

If the engine exceeds the maximum engine

speed when shifting down, the automatic

transmission protects against engine dam-

age by not shifting down.

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Kickdown

For maximum acceleration, depress the

accelerator pedal beyond the pressure

point.

The transmission shifts to a lower gear

depending on the engine speed.

Shift back up once the desired speed is

reached.

During kickdown, you cannot shift gears

using the steering wheel gearshift paddles.

If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans-

mission shifts up to the next gear when the

maximum engine speed is reached. This pre-

vents the engine from overrevving.

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: it is only possible

to use kickdown in temporary manual drive

program M. When manual drive program M is

selected permanently, kickdown is not pos-

sible.

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Problems with the transmission

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The transmission has

problems shifting gear.

The transmission is losing oil.

Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-

shop immediately.

The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode.

is deteriorating.

Stop.

The transmission no

longer shifts into all of

the gears.

Reverse gear can no

longer be engaged.

Shift the transmission to position P.

Switch off the engine.

Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.

Shift the transmission to position D.

Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-

shop immediately.

Refuelling

If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi-

cal attention. Do not induce vomiting.

Change any clothing that has come into

contact with fuel immediately.

Important safety notes

WARNING

Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel

incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-

sion.

You must avoid fire, naked flames, creating

sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine

and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before

refuelling.

WARNING

Electrostatic charge can cause sparks and

thereby ignite fuel vapours. There is a risk of

fire and explosion.

Always touch the vehicle body before opening

the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump

nozzle. This discharges any electrostatic

charge that may have built up.

WARNING

Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health.

There is a danger of injury.

WARNING

Vehicles with a diesel engine:

If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash

point of this fuel mixture is lower than that of

pure diesel fuel. When the engine is running,

components in the exhaust system may over-

heat unnoticed. There is a risk of fire.

Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact

with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel

vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil-

dren.

If you or others come into contact with fuel,

observe the following:

Never refuel with petrol. Never add petrol to

diesel fuel.

Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin

with water and soap immediately.

If you get fuel in your eyes, rinse them thor-

oughly with clean water immediately. Seek

immediate medical attention.

! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a

petrol engine. Do not switch on the ignition

if you accidentally refuel with the wrong

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