Shifting into N, D, R
R Reverse
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
N idle position
You can select this at a car wash, for example.
The vehicle can roll.
After the engine is switched off, the trans-
mission remains in N if you leave the
remote control in the ignition lock. You can use
this function at a car wash, for example, refer to
page 210.<
Briefly push the selector lever in the desired
direction, overcoming a resistance point if nec-
essary. When shifting out of P or into R, simul-
taneously press the button 1
D Drive mode
In Drive mode, all forward gears are shifted
automatically.
The engaged selector lever position is also dis-
played on the selector lever.
Kickdown
As soon as you release the selector lever, it
returns to the center position.
For sudden acceleration maneuvers such as
passing, depress the accelerator past the resis-
tance point. You achieve maximum accelera-
tion.
Shifting into P
Sport program and manual operation
M/S
Press the button P.
P Park
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
The rear wheels are locked.
Push selector lever toward the left from the
selector lever position D , the Sport program is
activated. This position is recommended for a
performance-oriented driving style.
The engaged gear, e.g. S1, is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
The transmission is shifted into P if, with
the engine running, you open the driver's
door, do not have your safety belt fastened, and
subsequently actuate neither the brake pedal
nor the accelerator.<
When you press the selector lever forwards or
backwards, the manual mode is activated and
Steptronic changes gear.
The engaged gear, e.g. M1 is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
The transmission is shifted into P as soon
as you switch off the engine, unless the
transmission is in N and the remote control is in
the ignition lock, refer to page 55. As soon as
you remove the remote control from the ignition
lock, then the transmission is shifted into P.<
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