On the instrument cluster display: gear-change indicator.
A
B
Currently selected gear.
Recommended gear.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the instrument cluster display may indicate which gear should be selected in order to reduce fuel
consumption while the vehicle is in motion → Fig. 1.
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: the gearbox must be in Tiptronic mode for this.
No recommended gear is indicated if the most suitable gear is already selected. The currently selected gear is displayed.
CAUTION
The gear-change indicator is designed only to assist the driver and is not a substitute for the full attention and responsibility of the
driver. Accidents and injuries can occur if an unsuitable gear is selected for the driving situation.
● Always select the correct gear for the respective driving situation, e.g. when overtaking or driving downhill.
Information on cleaning the particulate filter
The engine management system recognises when the particulate filter is becoming saturated and supports regeneration of the filter
by recommending the most suitable gear when driving. As an exception compared with normal driving, this may mean driving with an
increased engine speed (→ Particulate filter).
Driving in the correct gear can help to reduce fuel consumption.
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